Accessing our Services
Step1
Self Referral
We open our waiting list twice a year. The date will be announced in advance here, on social media, in our newsletter and through local networks.
Step 2
Initial Assessment
One to one with parent/carers to discuss referral and create a plan.
Step 3
Work with Family
Work through pathway of support.
This would typically include a combination of 1-1 therapy, small group sessions, Occupational Therapy and other practical support.
Step 4
Evaluation
Recommendations, evaluations and next steps.
Referral criteria
- autism diagnosis (or in the process)
- children aged between 4 and 11 (school years Reception to Year 6)
- living within 10 miles of Farnborough (Hart and Rushmoor, and the borders of Surrey)
Our waiting list is currently closed. The next opening date will be announced here, on our social media, in our newsletter and through local networks.
Please see our Facebook and Instagram pages for additional information.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MustardSeedAutismTrust
how we Support
Occupational Therapy
Sensory Processing
Motor skills
Life skills
1-1 sessions or group sessions
Emotional regulation
Social understanding
Visual communication
Anxiety management
Understanding anxiety
Emotional regulation
Family Support
Monthly sibling support groups
Parent/Carer workshops
Loan of equipment and books
Waiting for Support?
If you are looking for support whilst our waiting list is closed, here are some things you can try:
1.Email us for a copy of our Signposting document
2. Email us to arrange an Advice Line call
3. Explore our website Resources Hub – all free to download!
4. Check out our daily social media posts for recommendations, resources and ideas
Feedback from Families
I feel that we were listened to and given excellent support and possible solutions going forward. I don’t think we would be in as good a place as we are now without this support. The staff were all fantastic!
The support is amazing and we have already seen the impact of the practical suggestions and strategies that we have learnt from the course. The dressing chart, social stories, reference to the literature – the list goes on!
My daughter has made life- long friends through sibling group and it has been incredibly important to her and continues to be. She loves the cooking and arts and crafts activities and the trip out at the end of the year too.
The support offered by Mustard Seed is outstanding. I am not aware of anything of this sort being available elsewhere without going through a private route which is cost prohibitive. Thank you so much for doing what you do. It helped my son very much and he enjoyed the sessions.
FAQ
When can I refer?
We only take referrals directly from parents/carers. When the waiting list is open you can request a referral form.
How does the advice line work?
Our advice line runs one afternoon every week. You can email to book a call with a member of our team, who will be able to give advice, recommendations, signposting and resources. Most calls last 45 minutes to 1 hour and are followed up with an email.
If my child is not eligible or I have missed the open period for the self-referral list what can I do?
Our resources section has a varitey of tools you can freely download and use while you are waiting or out of our area.
Do we have to be a self-referred family to use the advice line?
You don’t have to be on our waiting list to make an appointment, but you do need to be within 10 miles of Farnborough GU14.
Families can book a call by contacting us.