Supporting families in Hertfordshire
We are a Hertfordshire based charity supporting families of children and young people who are on the Autistic Spectrum (ASD), have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or other neurodiverse conditions.
Whether you think your child may be autistic or have ADHD, are going through the diagnostic process, or have already received a diagnosis you are in safe hands.
About us
We have been running since 2007 and we became a registered charity in 2017. We are staffed by an incredibly hard-working and enthusiastic team of parents and carers and are passionate about supporting our Hertfordshire families. Everything we do is designed to help you navigate local services, build confidence, share knowledge and enjoy social opportunities and activities where you, your children and young people can ‘be themselves’.
Support groups
with specialist speakers and informal chats all over Hertfordshire
Workshops, Training and conferences
both SPACE exclusives and with trusted partners
Events and activities
social events and bespoke activities including SBLO
Facebook Group
ask questions, get advice, rant, share success, laugh and cry
Lending SPACE
sensory, practical and educational resources for families to borrow
For parents and carers
We run groups and activities throughout Hertfordshire – providing advice, support and friendship!
Latest news
Volunteering and Me: Nicky’s Story
SPACE has been a part of my life for over a decade now. I started working with children as a SENCo assistant 12 years ago. At the time I also worked with an amazing Family Support worker and Autism Advisory Teacher who were big advocates of SPACE. I spent time with the SPACE team learning … Continue reading Volunteering and Me: Nicky’s Story
April 2022 Highlights
April started with the Easter holidays in Hertfordshire and a number of SPACE activities for our families. We held our school holiday Lending SPACE Open Day with families dropping in to take part in craft activities and try out lots of our toys and resources that they were then able to take away and borrow … Continue reading April 2022 Highlights
