ADHD Aware were delighted to be one of the lucky organisations to share in the National Lottery Community Fund in 2023 (please see the link, at the bottom of this article). We’re excited to share that thanks to National Lottery players, we’ve awarded almost £252 million funding to over 5,000 community groups in England. All…
Read MoreADHD Aware UK, a Brighton-based UK Charity for adults, is delighted to announce that we have been successful in our bid for a three-year grant from The #NationalLottery Community Fund. This grant will specifically support the development of our ADHD and neurodiversity awareness training programme. Our training is available to any organisation, group or business.…
Read MoreBelow is our response to the recent BBC Panorama episode “Private ADHD Clinics Exposed”, which originally aired on 15 May 2023: Dear BBC, We, the Board of ADHD Aware, are writing to express our extreme disappointment regarding the recent Panorama programme featuring Rory Carson, which aired on BBC1 on 15 May 2023 at 8pm. The…
Read MoreAbout ADHD Aware ADHD Aware is a national member-led charity founded in Brighton that supports adults affected by ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). We offer a mixture of in-person and online peer support groups for adults with ADHD, their partners, and parents of children or young adults with ADHD. Our services also include courses for…
Read MoreWhen first diagnosed with combined-type ADHD, I wasn’t convinced. I don’t fit the stereotype; I’m very organised and efficient. I needed physical proof, and was recommended the QbTest. As the test is not available through the NHS, I paid for it privately (£200) at a local clinic and had to provide a referral letter from my GP. …
Read MoreADHD Aware Group Discussion: “Post Diagnosis” The February Group Discussion will focus on Post Diagnosis. If you have had a diagnosis of ADHD or if you are considering seeking a diagnosis then this Group Discussion is for you. An opportunity to talk about your experience of diagnosis or seeking diagnosis, it will be a time…
Read MoreADHD Aware Group Discussion: “Relationships and Friendships” The January Group Discussion will focus on Relationships and Friendships. It is an opportunity to talk about your relationships and friendships focusing on what works well and what is challenging for you, your friends, family and partners. For example, we can focus on: So, January’s Group Discussion is…
Read MoreThe second in our Volunteering Highlight series highlighting our ADHD Aware volunteers. Volunteering is a gift that keeps on giving—both to the recipients and to the volunteers themselves. One dedicated volunteer at ADHD Aware, Leila Baker, has shown how lending a helping hand can transform lives, including her own. In 2021, Leila first encountered ADHD…
Read MoreADHD Aware is running a course that helps couples manage some of the impact that ADHD may have on couple relationships. These training workshops will be over 7 weeks on Zoom from 7 to 9pm on the following dates – 27th February, 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th March, 10th and 17th April. (please not there will be…
Read MoreThis peer support group offers the opportunity for people living with ADHD to come together and share their personal experiences, feelings, insights, plans and coping strategies. We are aware that living with ADHD can be challenging. This peer support group is being offered to people living with ADHD who are feeling vulnerable and isolated and…
Read MoreADHD Aware Group Discussion: “Wellness and Health” The November Group Discussion is an opportunity to discuss Wellness and Health. In the November Group Discussion, we will be considering what you do to take care of your health and keep yourself well. What do you do that helps, and what would you like to do but struggle…
Read MoreThe first in our Volunteering Highlight series highlighting our ADHD Aware volunteers. Linda’s Decade of Dedication to ADHD Aware For nearly ten years, Linda Saltwell has been a committed volunteer for ADHD Aware, serving in roles from trustee and chair to newsletter organiser, and even film creator in between. Linda first became involved with ADHD…
Read MoreWe’re excited to share that ADHD Aware provides specialised training through the Access to Work programme. Whether you’re an individual looking for support in managing ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other conditions in the workplace or an employer aiming to create a more inclusive environment, our training is here to help. What We Offer For…
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