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Big energy emotions

by Sarah Clements | Nov 11, 2024 | News

We need to teach children that all emotions are valid. Some emotions create a surge of big energy. How we manage those emotions and energy is important. Use this resource as a visual prompt when your child is feeling angry, stressed, frustrated etc. Tearing up the...

People Who Support Me

by Sarah Clements | Nov 4, 2024 | Communication, News, Resources

Use this mind map to help children identify the people in their lives who can support them in different environments. download

Important update

by Sarah Clements | Oct 17, 2024 | News

In June 2024, we transitioned to become a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). This is a more robust structure for growing the charity. Our name, objectives, projects, and referral criteria remain the same. Our new charity number is 1202378. Mustard Seed Autism...

Happy volunteers!

by Sarah Clements | Sep 17, 2024 | Fundraising news, News

We recently worked with HoodieHut who kindly donated a batch of printed t-shirts for our Siblings Group Volunteers. HoodieHut specialises in printed Leavers Hoodies for schools across the UK but they are always happy to try and help charities and good causes....

De-escalation Strategies

by Sarah Clements | Sep 10, 2024 | Calming down, Resources

As adults we may feel useless when our child is in a heightened state of distress, but there are some techniques that can help…. download

Summer Fundraising Newsletter

by Sarah Clements | Sep 9, 2024 | News

We are now creating Fundraising Newsletters – let us know if you’d like a copy of our Summer one emailed to you! You can sign up for either or both of our newsletters (general and fundraising) by completing the online form on our website or pop us an...

Sam’s Story…….

by Sarah Clements | Apr 15, 2024 | News

Sam Gray ran the Fleet Half Marathon in March 2024 in aid of Mustard Seed. Read all about his experience here.

Talking about diagnosis

by Sarah Clements | Mar 21, 2024 | Communication, Resources

Here are some handy tips for talking with your child about their autism diagnosis. download

Morning Routine

by Sarah Clements | Jan 26, 2024 | Personal Care, Resources

A chart to help organise your morning routine. Tick or cross off each activity when complete. download

Regulation games

by Sarah Clements | Jan 26, 2024 | Calming down, Resources

Some ideas for sensory regulation games you can do at home. Co-regulation has the greatest impact – when a safe, regulated adult joins in with the child. download

Triggers and Glimmers

by Sarah Clements | Jan 18, 2024 | Calming down, Resources

Identify and explore what activities cause stress (triggers) and which cause joy (glimmers) download

Brushing Teeth

by Sarah Clements | Jan 18, 2024 | Personal Care, Resources

Checklist to aid brushing teeth download

Sponsorship from Elite Sports Marketing Ltd

by Sarah Clements | Jan 13, 2025 | News

Elite Sports Marketing Ltd is generously sponsoring our Charity Fashion Show in July. It’s going to be a fantastic event raising much needed funding for Mustard Seed and Odiham Cottage Hospital. Huge thanks to Michael and team for your on-going support. If your...