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Family Support

Sparkle Groups
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Sparkle children's events include activities such as trips to the cinema, bowling, craft play, soft play and more! We aim for families to be able to access events in a way that the pressures are eased in comparison to accessing everyday mainstream activities. Less pressure, sensory accommodations and people around you who understand what you/ your child is going through means that our events are extremely popular with our members. Events are subsidised by Sparkle Sheffield and are usually discounted by 50% of the general admission price.
*Please note parents must remain with and are responsible for their children at all times*


Twinkle is a sibling support group for children aged 7-16yrs who have an Autistic sibling. Twinkle was founded by Angel, one of the founding members of Sparkle Sheffield. She wanted to start up Twinkle as a way of sharing her experiences, and helping support other siblings who might be experiencing the same things as she did growing up with an Autistic brother.
Twinkle groups meet up and have fun, taking away any associated pressures of being a sibling of a child with additional needs. They also get to meet other children who understand what it's like, take part in activities and generally have a great time!
We are delighted that Dr Mark Brown supports the Twinkle group, whereby he hosts support sessions so that children can talk freely about their experiences of Autism.
Auti-Talk presents the Lord Mayor of Sheffield 2016
Raising awareness is one of the most important things that we do. Thanks to BBC Look North, Sheffield TV Live and BBC’s The One Show , BBC Radio Sheffield, Hallam FM they have really helped us to make a real difference in doing just that. A HUGE thank you from all of us from Sparkle Sheffield
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