There was a time when my young autistic son was excluded from play — a time that broke my heart and fueled a determination to make sure no other parent feels that same sense of hurt, rejection and isolation.

Early Intervention (Aberdeen) is a volunteer-led safe space for Neurodivergent children and their families. We have operated every week from Ferryhill Community Centre for over 3 Years. Through parents own fundraising efforts, we have facilitated therapy services for our children, including speech and language therapy, Art Therapy, Music Therapy and Animal Assisted Therapy.

As public services continue to deprive our children of their rights, our collective experiences have shaped our mission and drive to ensure that children and families receive the timely, tailored support they need.

We also work in collaboration with a number of local organisations, arranging themed parties, playdates and exciting experiences and workshops for children with disabilities and additional support needs.

Although Early Intervention operates entirely with volunteers and has no paid staff, all funding grants and donations to date have helped cover the costs of private therapists and exciting activities and opportunities for our children.

We are proud to be transparent in everything we do — follow us on Facebook to see our work in action.

If you have not yet signed up to the Kiltwalk or the Wee Wander or chosen a cause to support, Please consider Early Intervention Aberdeen, where you can be assured that every single penny raised will be spent directly on children who live here in Aberdeen.

Sign up for the Kiltwalk and get a free signwritten T-shirt — available for every adult and child taking part!

Plus there is a chance to win a £30k car - Details below

Sign up here: https://thekiltwalk.co.uk/events/aberdeen

You don’t need to raise money on your own to make an impact. We’ve created this collective fundraiser to remove the pressure of individual sponsorships, so everyone can join in, stress-free. Just show up, take part, and know you're making a difference.