My relationship with Afasic dates back over 30 years when my son George was born. By 12 months old it was obvious that his communication was not developing as it should. In particular, his speech was delayed. At the age of three he was diagnosed with autism. Read more afasic.org.uk/my-relations...

Please do sign this petition to help protect disabled children's rights in England!

Special Needs Jungle@spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 3w ago

Will you help to protect disabled children’s rights in England? There are just 8 weeks left to get the petition to 100,000. Please ask everyone you know to sign. It just takes a minute. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/76...

Free bus travel for disabled people in England to be extended to 24 hours a day www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Free bus travel for disabled people in England to be extended to 24 hours a day

The change, which has been welcomed by campaign groups, will come into effect in England from April.

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Today’s solar eclipse reminds us how quickly the world can fall into shadow. For children with speech and language difficulties, communication can feel like that every day. Afasic helps bring the light back. No child should feel eclipsed. #SolarEclipse #Afasic #SpeechAndLanguage

Please give us a follow on our Facebook page, we would love to hear from you www.facebook.com/profile.php?...

What would your child imagine this would be? To find out more about Afasic have a look at our website www.afasic.org.uk it’s full of information you might find helpful.

Our next lottery draw is tomorrow Friday 31st July. The prize money grows with the amount of people taking part so get in the mix to win one of three cash prizes every month. Just £5 makes a real impact and could help a child find their voice! fundraising.afasic.org.uk/.../afasic-c...

Andy Burnham begins his term as PM, Afasic urges the new government to prioritise speech, language and communication support in education. Communication is not a luxury — it’s the foundation of learning, confidence, and opportunity. Let’s make this the moment real change begins! www.afasic.org.uk

England may be out, but hope, determination & teamwork never are. The young people & families we support show those qualities every day. Their victories aren’t measured in goals — they’re measured in confidence gained, challenges overcome & voices found. Afasic will always be here, cheering them on.

🔥 Huge shoutout to Mark & Gareth! In 30°C heat, they smashed the 24‑hour Spitfire Challenge, clocking an incredible 81 miles between them. Unreal effort. Total machines. 💪✈️ You can still donate to help Afasic fundraising.afasic.org.uk/fundraising/...

It’s going to be a tough weekend in 28–29° heat, and our Afasic heroes Mark & Gareth will be running non‑stop for 24 hours to raise vital funds. They’re close to their target — your donation could get them over the line. 💙 Any amount helps. 👉 fundraising.afasic.org.uk/fundraising/...

Support children with speech & language needs AND enter a monthly cash draw — all for £5 a month. Join the Afasic Charity Lottery today and help a child find their voice. fundraising.afasic.org.uk/.../afasic-c... Next draw is the 31st of July

I delivered the DLD Together training for @afasic.bsky.social and @naplic.bsky.social today. It was fun meeting professionals who are keen on empowering parents. #VoicesForDLD got a mention too. Join the movement to build a better world for all with DLD. speechandlanguage.org.uk/get-involved...

Huge congratulations to Mikey Akers MBE! Founder of Mikey’s Wish and proud Afasic Ambassador, recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours for his incredible work supporting children with speech, language & communication needs. A truly deserved honour. 👏 #MBE #SLT #Afasic

In our response to the SEND White Paper, we highlighted several key areas of concern. One of these was around the failure to mention Developmental Language Disorder. Children with DLD must not stay invisible. www.afasic.org.uk

“Every month, someone wins. Every month, children benefit.” Just £5 a month Afasic's Charity Lottery supports children and young people with speech, language and communication needs. Join today and be part of something life-changing. 👉https://fundraising.afasic.org.uk/members/afasic-charity-lottery

At the Young Persons’ Parliamentary Committee, Amelia asked Saqib Bhatti MP to protect creative subjects. Art and music let her show what she can do without relying on words — yet they’re the first to be cut for interventions. Jen Craft chaired, joined by Helen Hayes and Jess Phillips.

🌞 Heatwave + SLCN: A tough mix for many families Hot weather can make it hard for children to express how they feel. 💬 Keep language simple 🧩 Offer choices (“shade or inside?”) 🕶️ Use visuals for routines 💤 Build in quiet breaks ❤️ Name feelings for them Afasic is here to help 👉 afasic.org.uk

Just £5 a month to enter our charity lottery. That £5 x 10 new members will make a massive difference to our charity as well as the prize fund. please support Afasic and join our monthly lottery. You have to be in it to win it!! www.afasic.org.uk

Afasic are pleased to support this research, parents and caregivers and those working in children's speech and language therapy services are invited to take part by scanning the QR code in the appropriate graphics. Thank you.

The Spitfire men are back for Afasic! On 11–12 July, Mark & Gareth take on the 24‑hour Spitfire Scramble, aiming for 100+ miles to support children with speech & language needs. Afasic’s work has never been more needed — or harder to fund. Support them: fundraising.afasic.org.uk/fundraising/...

Just listening to our Vice President, Terry Chimes, at the 100 Club for an event that @afasic.bsky.social has arranged.

Huge thanks to Terry Chimes for an amazing night at the 100 Club celebrating 50 years of Punk Rock — and for helping raise almost £3,000 for Afasic. Massive thanks to everyone who came, bid, bought merch and supported us. ❤️🔥

Developed by people with DLD and their families and launched in 2023, the UK's vision for DLD continues to guide the collaborative work conducted by NAPLIC together with @afasic.bsky.social, @speechandlanguk.bsky.social & Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists #DevLangDis

Ticket Giveaway Terry Chimes We’re giving away 2 tickets for Terry Chimes evening at the 100 Club on 14 June at 6:30pm. To enter: • Like this post • Repost • Tag someone who’d enjoy a night of Clash history, stories and Q&A Winner announced 10th June. fundraising.afasic.org.uk/event/an-eve...

Last few days to enter this months lottery. Help out Afasic by playing and who knows you may win!! enter here fundraising.afasic.org.uk/members/afas...

Celebrate 50 years of Punk at the iconic 100 Club on 14 June with Terry Chimes, original drummer of The Clash. Hear stories from his life in music, enjoy a meet & greet, ask questions and soak up punk history in the venue where it all began the 100 club. fundraising.afasic.org.uk/event/an-eve...

The May Lottery draw is nearly here so if you would like to have a chance of winning then please enter via our website www.afasic.org.uk you have to be in it to win it!!

Afasic is providing a FREE online Transition Course for Year 6 students across the country with Speech, Language, & Communication Needs (SLCN) who will be starting Secondary School in Sept 2026. Email for more information TCC@afasic.org.uk or scan the qr code in the graphic.

A report from Speech & Language UK highlights the action needed to ensure the specific needs of children with DLD are not overlooked in the proposed reforms to the SEND system. You can read Speech and Language UK’s report here speechandlanguage.org.uk/wp-content/u...