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Neurodivergent Safe Space

Country
England & Wales
Charity number
1203335
Status
Registered
Registered
May 31, 2023
Legal form
CIO

Address

Address
9 West Road
WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA
Essex
SS0 9AU

Activities

We support Neurodivergent (Autistic,PDA, ADHD, DCD) teens and young adults aged 13-30 and their parent/carers who are experiencing mental health difficulties or supporting people through a hard time.We currently run multiple clubs per week where the attendees meet up, join in activities, speak to neurodivergent adults, go out for activities, and get support for their mental health difficulties

Objects: The Objects Of The CIO Are:1. For The Public Benefit, To Promote, Support, And Protect The Mental Health Of Neurodivergent Teens And Young Adults (Aged 13-20 Years) In The City Of Southend And Essex And Elsewhere In The United Kingdom, By Means Of, But Not Exclusively: A. Providing Evidence-Based Information And Guidance For Neurodivergent Teens And Young Adults On Understanding And Improving Their Mental Health Needs, Advocating For Their Rights, Treatment Options, And Finding Effective Support; B. Seeking To Advance The Knowledge And Skills Of Mental Health Professionals, Health And Social Care Staff, And Other Primary Points Of Contact For Neurodivergent Teens And Young Adults In Providing Effective, Neurodiversity-Affirming Support; C. Seeking To Educate Public Service Providers And The Wider Community On Neurodiversity.2. For The Public Benefit, To Relieve The Needs Of Neurodivergent Teens And Young Adults (Aged 13-20 Years) In The City Of Southend And Essex And Elsewhere In The United Kingdom, By Means Of, But Not Exclusively: A. Providing Support And Guidance To Neurodivergent Teens And Young Adults To Increase Social Interaction Skills, Confidence, And Self-Esteem; B. Providing Opportunities And Guidance For Neurodivergent Teens And Young Adults To Transition Into The Wider Community. For The Purposes Of These Clauses: “Neurodiversity” Refers To The Natural Variation In Neurodevelopment Across All Individuals - The Diversity Of All Brains And Minds. “Neurodivergent” Describes A Person Whose Neurodevelopment Falls Outside Of The ‘Typical’ Range, Including Neurodevelopmental Differences Such As Autism, Pda, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia And Tourette’s Syndrome.

Classification

How
Provides Advocacy/advice/information
What
Education/training, The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives, Disability, Human Rights/religious Or Racial Harmony/equality Or Diversity, Recreation
Who
Children/young People, People With Disabilities, Other Defined Groups

Areas of operation

Region
Throughout England

Finances

Period end Income Expenditure
March 31, 2025 £33,348 £21,293
March 31, 2024 £14,893 £7,313

Trustees

Name Appointed
Joanne Emma Richardson (Chair) Feb. 8, 2023
Grace Emily Rush Feb. 8, 2023
Patrick Edward Richardson Feb. 8, 2023
Rebecca Verrall Feb. 8, 2023