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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.
As the 18th annual National Apprenticeship Week begins, we’re delighted to share our Q&A with Senior Support Worker Chantea.
Chantea has been part of the team at Autism Initiatives for eight years. She’s now a Senior Support Worker, and recently gained a Distinction on her Level 3 Apprenticeship.
I have worked at Autism Initiatives for 8 years now, first as a Support Worker, before moving into my current position as a Senior Support Worker.
My role involves providing person-centred support that’s tailored to each individual. Every autistic person who uses the service has their own needs, interests and goals. My job is to understand and facilitate this, ensuring that they have the best possible quality of life. I enjoy empowering each person to be able to make their own choices and to live as independently as possible. I work in partnership with my manager to ensure the service is run to a high standard.
The best part is having the opportunity to make a meaningful difference and a positive impact in the lives of the people I work alongside.
I found it quite helpful working and studying at the same time. I was able to apply my new knowledge to my work.
Trying to fit in studying could be difficult at times, but it’s an amazing feeling once you have gained your diploma and it shows all your hard work has paid off.
Part of the qualification included maths, which has never been my strong point, and I failed my first maths exam. But by attending the maths workshops that were available and persevering, I managed to pass the second time around.
I am really grateful for all the help, support and encouragement I received throughout my diploma, from both Autism Initiatives and Partnership Training.
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.
Registrations open January 22nd, inviting all ages and abilities to step up to the Walk for Autism 2024 fundraising challenge.
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
This year, autistic author Richard Haslam released the fourth instalment of his extraordinary Now.Here saga.
As the 17th annual National Apprenticeship Week begins we're delighted to share our Q&A with Kyle #NAW2024
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.
It’s really important that everyone in Scotland is aware of the proposed Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodivergence (LDAN) Bill.
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.
Last month, students at Autism Initiatives’ Peterhouse School were delighted to receive an award from NOW Festival, a mental health festival in Liverpool.
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.