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Ellouise and Charlotte

Walk for Autism 2026

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My Activity Tracking

My tracker shows my steps for the 8 days of the challenge from 26th March to 2nd April. My goal progression shows all my steps including any I have done outside of the challenge days.

My Target: 80000 Steps

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Goal Progression

Steps walked so far:

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Ellouise and i are walking 10,000 steps a day for Autism Initiatives

Walk for Autism is a fundraising challenge run by Autism Initiatives Group. Autism Initiatives Group is working towards a world where every autistic person has the support they need to thrive, every opportunity to fulfil their potential and a supportive, inclusive community to live in.

I'll be walking 10,000 steps a day from 26th March to 2nd April to raise money for this fantastic charity. Please sponsor me.

Any donation big or small is greatly appreciated 😊

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ÂŁ125

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My updates

Before and After the Diagnosis: Fighting for Noah’s Support

Sunday 1st Mar
There’s a moment in every parent’s journey when you realize something isn’t quite right — not in a way that takes away from your child’s brilliance or personality, but in a way that tells you they might experience the world differently.
For us, that moment began long before Noah received his diagnosis of autism.

Before the Diagnosis

Before we had answers, we had questions. Why was school such a battle? Why were simple routines overwhelming? Why did transitions cause such distress? We were told to “wait and see.” We were told he might grow out of it. We were told he just needed firmer boundaries.

But deep down, we knew this wasn’t about behavior. It was about understanding.

The hardest part before the diagnosis wasn’t Noah’s struggles — it was the constant fight to be heard. Meetings with teachers. Endless forms. Explaining the same concerns over and over again. Trying to advocate without having the “official” language or paperwork that schools often require before offering real support.

Outside of school, it wasn’t much easier. Activities that should have been fun sometimes became overwhelming. Social situations were unpredictable. Every outing required careful planning, and even then, things didn’t always go smoothly.

We weren’t asking for special treatment. We were asking for understanding.

The Diagnosis: Relief and Reality

When Noah was finally diagnosed, it brought a strange mix of emotions. There was relief — we finally had answers. Validation that our instincts were right. A name for what he had been experiencing.

But a diagnosis doesn’t magically open doors.

In many ways, the real fight began after the paperwork was signed. Yes, we now had a label. But support still required pushing, chasing, advocating, and sometimes challenging decisions. Funding isn’t automatic. Resources are stretched. Waiting lists are long.

The diagnosis gave us clarity — but it didn’t remove the obstacles.

The Ongoing Struggle for Support

In school, we’ve had to fight for the right adjustments. Support plans. Consistency. Communication. Small changes that make a world of difference for Noah.

It’s exhausting — but we do it because our children deserve to thrive, not just cope.

Ellouise’s Big Idea

In the middle of all of this, something beautiful happened.

My daughter, Ellouise, saw the struggle. She saw her brother’s challenges. And instead of feeling powerless, she decided to act.

She came up with the idea of taking part in the Walk for Autism to help raise funds for young children and young adults who need support — just like Noah.

Her compassion and determination reminded us why this fight matters so much. This isn’t just about one child. It’s about countless families navigating similar battles every single day.

The funds raised through initiatives like the Walk for Autism go toward providing vital resources, specialist support, and opportunities that can genuinely change lives.

Why This Matters

Autism isn’t something that needs to be “fixed.” What needs fixing is the lack of understanding, the gaps in provision, and the barriers families face when trying to access help.

No child should have to struggle unnecessarily. No parent should have to fight this hard to be heard. No sibling’s kindness should be the reason support becomes possible — but sometimes, it is.

We are so proud of Ellouise for stepping up. And we are endlessly proud of Noah — for his resilience, his uniqueness, and the way he sees the world.

Our journey didn’t end with a diagnosis. In many ways, it truly began there.

And we will keep walking — in every sense of the word — until every child gets the support they deserve.

Thank you to my donors

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Martin Mould

Well done on your achievement and supporting a worthy cause XX

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Ashleigh

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Ali Clair

Well done for taking on this challenge girls - I’m sure you’ll smash it and I’m happy to support you both xx

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Charlotte Manaton

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Jayne Fowler

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