Monaghan Autism Friendly

Check out two more Autism Friendly Coffee events upcoming for more information and to register please contact Conor on 086 731 3088

National Learning Network we currently have spaces available on our Turas programne. This programme is designed to provide an opportunity for particpants who experience a high level of social and community isolation to develop personal and social skills, make independent choices, explore community, recreational, social and vocational opportunities and to make significant personal, health and social gains.

If you think we can help you, please make contact by calling Jacqui on 087-4594616 or Anne on 087-9682560.
Feel free to visit our centre The Diamond Building, Monaghan, H18 WN90.

Bookings are now open for our FREE Online Autumn workshops for children and young people with long-term physical health conditions.

Online Workshops

Distance Creates Winter Saturdays – Online(Ages 6–8)
Workshop Dates: 7, 14, 21, 28 November, 5, 12 December
Workshop Times: 09:30-10:30am New activity every Saturday – do it anytime!

Distance Creates Winter Saturdays – Online(Ages 9–12)
Workshop Dates: 7, 14, 21, 28 November , 5, 12 December
Workshop Times: 11:00-12noon New activity every Saturday – do it anytime!

Youth Online Autumn Camp – Online (Ages 13-16)
Workshop Dates: 27, 29, 31 October
Workshop Times: AM: 10:00 - 11:30 AM: 12:30 - 14:30
Book online on

Helium – Inspiring life through art Helium artists meet young people living with long-term physical health conditions during their regular hospital appointments, transforming time spent in waiting areas into opportunities to imagine and create through Create While You Wait.

Well done to Conor Alison and Adam on highlighting the importance of making communities more inclusive for people with autism.
Conor O'Neill is the chairperson of the Monaghan Autism Friendly Committee and also co-founded an autism social group for adults.
The local advocate said it's very powerful to have an autistic person like himself who is at the helm of an autism friendly committee as it lets people know that autistic people can go out and lead. Listen back here to some fantastic coverage from Northern Sound on the group.
• https://www.northernsound.ie/index.php/news/monaghan-man-calls-for-more-autism-awareness-and-inclusion-285972
• https://www.northernsound.ie/news/monaghan-business-to-host-autism-friendly-event-286326
• https://www.northernsound.ie/podcasts/the-wider-view/listen-back-monaghan-autism-friendly-continues-to-break-down-barriers-287060

Listen Back: Monaghan Autism Friendly continues to break down barriers | NorthernSound A group of local advocates across Co Monaghan are highlighting the importance of making communities more inclusive for people with autism.

Monaghan Autism Friendly 2nd Coffee evening

Loads of fun inclusive activities and camps upcoming form Monaghan Sports Partnership

🌟 We are delighted to announce that Hub 21 is a Monaghan Autism Friendly Champion! 🌟

This recognition reflects Hub 21’s ongoing commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all children, young people and families.

Team members at Hub 21 completed their training, along with introducing a number of supports:

✅ Visual guides and videos to help families prepare for their visit
✅ A sensory box available in our Family Room for anyone who may benefit from it
✅ Ongoing efforts to ensure our environment is accessible, welcoming and supportive

Hub 21 Manager Caitriona Crosby, is also a member of the Monaghan Autism Friendly Committee

Well done Hub 21 👏🏻 Keep up the fantastic work ✨