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Some of our services start from the age of five, with the majority of services centring around provision of excellent support services for autistic adults.
Autism Initiatives is one of the founder members of The Autism Alliance. If you are looking for services in other parts of the UK or for support with diagnosis then another member of the Autism Alliance may be able to help you. Follow this link to find out about Autism charities in other areas.
Please note: Select which geographical service area you are interested in on the contact form. If your area does not appear in the list then we do not offer direct services in your area and we recommend you contact the Autism Alliance to find out about other quality support providers.
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Gold award winning herb garden designed by J.Barnett Gardens and A1 Gardening is donated to WeGrow through the support of Fletchers Solicitors and the Southport Police Community Fund
Southport based We Grow Co. is proud to launch a new online ordering system, aiming to make seasonal produce more accessible than ever.
The Autism Initiatives team in the Isle of Man are celebrating their new head office move with an Open Day in Douglas
We're celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2025. As part of the Apprenticeship Ambassador Network, we have worked to support and inspire apprentices across the UK.
Service Manager Sonya Rowlinson has been awarded a top learner accolade, the Gold Award, by the care sector training specialists, Partnership Training.
Over the past two decades, the organisation has made a significant impact on the lives of countless autistic individuals and their families.
Aaron lifted a total of 50,000kg over 6 hours in his Day of the Deadlift fundraising challenge
We are proud to have partnered with a range of corporate supporters over the years, as part of our commitment to the learning and development opportunities we provide.
Fundraisers recently held a night of Northern Soul, Ska, Motown and Reggae music to raise money for Autism Initiatives.
Autism Initiatives' Isle of Man head office moves to a new location in Douglas
Social Enterprise MeCycle benefits from support of the FPC Foundation
Ben, Stephen and Mick who use our services in Arklow are helping to protect and preserve the natural environment in their local area as part of their support plans.
We're celebrating an outstanding Apprenticeship success rates. Since joining the Apprenticeship Ambassador Network, we have worked to support and inspire apprentices across the UK.
Many thanks to the group of volunteers from Lloyds Bank who have been supporting social enterprise WeGrow Co by helping to improve and maintain the site.
We received this letter from a person we support and wanted to share it in acknowledgement of our amazing staff teams
This wonderful windfall presented at social enterprise A Great Little Place will help support young autistic people with work placements.
Autism Initiatives’ Service Manager, Carl Mitchell, took on the National 3 Peaks Challenge with friends Paul Melton, Lee Wardle and Kyle Jones.
As part of National Autism Acceptance Week 2024, the People’s Ford team came together for a fundraising event across all of their Scottish dealerships.
Nayeem uses our services in Southport, where he lives a busy and active life filled with lots of interests and hobbies; from horse riding to creating art.
Robert uses our services in Edinburgh and is a huge Genesis fan. He recently got to live out his dream of seeing the band perform live in concert at Glasgow with Support Worker Simba.
It’s time to cast your vote for A Great Little Place cafe in The Your Southport Stars Awards 2024
This spring, two Autism Initiatives services are taking part in the St Oswald’s Scarecrow Competition.
Autism Initiatives Scotland will be celebrating the 11th anniversary of Highland One Stop Shop with two group walks taking place in Inverness on Tuesday 26th March and Tuesday 2nd March.
Last month, students at Autism Initiatives’ Peterhouse School were delighted to receive an award from NOW Festival, a mental health festival in Liverpool.
Candice Swallow, who uses our services in Blackpool, is excelling as a professional artist. She has signed with an agent and is celebrating being part of an exhibition in New York.
It’s really important that everyone in Scotland is aware of the proposed Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodivergence (LDAN) Bill.
The Haven School is celebrating its 10 year anniversary in 2024. Based in Mold, the award-winning school offers specialist provision for 11 to 19-year-olds with autism.
As the 17th annual National Apprenticeship Week begins we're delighted to share our Q&A with Kyle #NAW2024
This year, autistic author Richard Haslam released the fourth instalment of his extraordinary Now.Here saga.
A Visual Journey will be on display at the ArtHouse, Eastbank Street, Southport from:- 13 February to 24 February 2024. The gallery is open on:- Tuesday to Friday, from:- 10 am to 3 pm, and
Registrations open January 22nd, inviting all ages and abilities to step up to the Walk for Autism 2024 fundraising challenge.
Autism Initiative’s Highland One Stop Shop is looking forward to delivering a pilot employability project for autistic adults thanks to funding from the SafeDeposits Scotland Community Fund.
Flying an aeroplane was a lifelong dream for Brandon, who uses our services in Blackpool. In March 2023, Brandon was thrilled to start his flying lessons at Air Navigation Training.
The team people who use Mere Brow community resource centre recently joined with the local community and Mere Brow Chapel to donate Christmas gift shoeboxes to International Aid Trust.
Leigh, who uses our Supported Living services in Blackpool, has just got home from her first ever holiday. This is a huge achievement for both Leigh and the team.
MM, a person who uses our services in the Blackpool area, recently took part in a charity boxing event to raise money for Cancer Research UK.
Would you walk over hot coals to raise money for a cause that’s important to you? James Johnston recently decided to do just that, whilst raising money for Highland One Stop Shop
We are thrilled to announce that Number 3 One Stop Shop, part of Autism initiatives Scotland, recently expanded to include a new service in the Angus area.
Autism Initiatives Scotland is funded by Scottish Government to offer post diagnostic support to autistic adults across the whole of Scotland
Hosted by Luxlife, the awards programme celebrates ‘trail-blazers’ in the world of education, and aims to recognise the commitment of schools providing life-changing opportunities.
A look at how teams at Autism Initiatives support people to deal with the changes that life brings their way.
The Cedars Community Resource Centre is delighted to have received £5,000 as part of a project aimed at reducing crime in Netherton.
Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or casual rider, Cycle for Autism encourages everyone and anyone to take on the summer challenge and use their pedal power to fund autism projects.
Staff from services in Liverpool, Warrington and Blackpool took part in the Level 1 Award for Activators (Multi-Skills) training.
After a public vote, A Great Little Place cafe are delighted to be named Café of the Year in Southport BIDs 'Your Southport Star' awards.
It was love at first flight for Brandon, who started flying lessons this year in Blackpool with support from Autism Initiatives team in Blackpool.
This award acknowledges the school's outstanding work in partnership with all parents and carers.