Mum's bid to lift the stigma over autism

A mum has championed the charity which has helped her as she care for her autistic son by arranging an event to boost its funds.
By The Newsroom
Published 21st Feb 2018, 05:00 BST

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Laura Robson, front left, with son Marc, who is organising a charity night for Include 'In' Autism, pictured with other visitors to the service.Laura Robson, front left, with son Marc, who is organising a charity night for Include 'In' Autism, pictured with other visitors to the service.
Laura Robson, front left, with son Marc, who is organising a charity night for Include 'In' Autism, pictured with other visitors to the service.

Laura Robson, 33, has hailed Include ‘In’ Autism for its work with her son Marc Robson, six, who was first diagnosed with the condition when he was four.

The St John Bosco RC Primary School pupil has limited vocabulary and as part of his autism is fixated on his favourite subjects, which include swimming.

Laura Robson with son Marc, who is organising a charity night for Include in Autism.Laura Robson with son Marc, who is organising a charity night for Include in Autism.
Laura Robson with son Marc, who is organising a charity night for Include in Autism.
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On Saturday, she will host a night filled with entertainment at Red House Workingmen’s Club, in Rawmarsh Road, with money raised to go to the organisation, which is based in Porchester Road in Pennywell.

Laura, of Downhill, who is a secretary at Sunderland Royal Hospital and is also mum to daughter Raegan, said: “I’m doing this for the organisation but also to raise awareness about autism because there are lots of people who have it.

“I think some people don’t like to talk about it because they feel something’s wrong, but this can help them see that there’s help, lots of different organisations and lots of different groups which can help.

“Include ‘In’ Autism is a not-for-profit company which is on the internet and runs parent support groups.

Laura Robson with son Marc, who is organising a charity night for Include in Autism.Laura Robson with son Marc, who is organising a charity night for Include in Autism.
Laura Robson with son Marc, who is organising a charity night for Include in Autism.
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“Anyone who looks around can see there are lots of different people, it’s not a death sentence, and anybody can be touched by it.

“This night will be for anybody, but other people with children who have special needs in the area will be especially welcome.”

The night will feature a raffle, tombola, DJ set and more.

Doors open at 7.30pm and admission is £3.50 or people can book in advance by calling Laura on 07519 548 358.

More information about Include ‘In’ Autism can be found via https://www.facebook.com/includeinautism/.

Related topics:Autism