Welcome to WHISH
In the town of Whitby, nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire, we extend a warm invitation to individuals and families navigating the unique challenges associated with Autism, ADHD and many other hidden impairments. At WHISH, we recognise that every journey is unique, and we’re here to offer a safe space—a haven free from judgment and full of understanding.
Our mission at WHISH is to provide support to our members, acknowledging the diverse spectrum of abilities and challenges that come with hidden impairments. Whether you’re seeking information, friendship, or simply a place where you can be yourself without fear of judgment, WHISH is here for you.
Join our community and discover a network that values every individual, embraces differences, and fosters a sense of belonging. At WHISH, we believe in the power of support, the strength of community, and the importance of creating a safe space where everyone can thrive.
Your journey is important, and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Welcome to WHISH, where understanding meets empowerment.
Here is a list of the hidden impairments members have joined with:
ADHD
AFRID – Avoidant Food Restrictive Intake Disorder
Albinism/Photophobia
Anxiety
ASD – Autism Spectrum Disorder
Aspergers
Asthma
ATRX - Alpha Thalassemia X-Linked Intellectual Syndrome
Attachment Disorder
Behavioural Separation Anxiety
Bone Marrow Disease
Bowel Issues/Incontinence
Brownes Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Chromosome Disorder
Chronic Migraines
Cleft Palate
Conduct Disorder
Dandy-Walker Syndrome
Depression
Developmental Delay
Diabetes
Dissociative Identity Disorder
Downs Syndrome
Dura Syndrome
Dyscalculia
Dyslexia
Dyspraxia
Eating Disorder
Epilepsy
FND – Functional Neurological Disorder
Foetal Alcohol Syndrome
Global Developmental Delay
Glue Ear
Gluten Intolerance
GORD - Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease
Grief Trauma
Hearing Impairment
Heart Conditions
Hydrocephalus
Hyperacusis
Hypermobility
IBD – Inflammatory Bowel Disease
IBS – Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Immunity Issues
Infantile Glaucoma
Lactose Intolerance
Learning Disability
Microcephaly
Misophonia
Motor Skills issues
Mowat-Wilson Syndrome
Non-Verbal
Nystagmus
OCD – Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
ODD – Oppositional Defiance Disorder
Panic Attacks
PDA – Pathological Demand Avoidance
Reflux
Seizures
Selective Mutism
Sensory Integration/Processing Disorder
Sleep Apnoea
Sleep Disorder
Speech and Language Delay
Speech Impairment
Tourettes Syndrome
Visually impaired
If you don’t see the impairment that brought you to this website please send us an email.