We are aware we ask our guests to fill in a developmental history questionnaire as part of our assessment process. We know form filling is daunting We are also aware it can be a really emotional experience thinking about all…
We are aware we ask our guests to fill in a developmental history questionnaire as part of our assessment process. We know form filling is daunting We are also aware it can be a really emotional experience thinking about all…
Ambiguous interview questions and application forms are keeping autistic people out of work, a report has found. While 53.6% of all disabled people are in work, only 30% of autistic people are, the latest official figures show. One autistic person…
Book Review of “The Autistic Survival Guide to Therapy” by Steph Jones, Forewords by Tony Attwood and Sarah Hendrickx Publishers: Jessica Kingsley Publishers I’m delighted to announce that I’ve just received a copy of ‘The Autistic Survival Guide to Therapy’…
An exciting four-week work experience opportunity in the Civil Service is being offered to approximately 100 autistic young people. Please share this with anyone who you think may be interested. Share This Post:
A new study is looking for responses from people who are diagnosed autistic and people who suspect they are autistic (but not yet diagnosed). Participants feedback will help develop more appropriate mental health assessment tools for autistic adults. There are…
This is our first Christmas at our new premises. Here is our tree which is near all our clinic rooms. Calvin and I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone, especially our guests, for trusting us.…
What Works for Autistic Adults Paperback – 7 Dec. 2023 by Luke Beardon (Author) Published by Sheldon Press Pre-order Price Guarantee. ‘This book has the power to change lives’ Chris Packham Imagine a world where an autistic person is included,…
During yesterday’s PDSG, a company was mentioned which aids those wishing to get support through the DWP Access To Work programme. Their about page states: In 2019, our director and founder Michelle set out to create a new business that…
The Spectrum is a magazine written for and by autistic people and we are always looking for new contributors. Whether you have an article, piece of artwork or a poem you would like to be considered for inclusion, please send…
Nearly 2,000 adults and hundreds of children with learning disabilities or autism are being held in mental health units, with an average stay of more than five years, despite repeated abuse scandals. Justine Smith reports Shortly after her 18th birthday,…
I am absolutely exhausted I have been awake until 2am this morning trying to get people to sign Olivers petition After being in parliament yesterday It was made clear to me that I need as many signatures as possible to…
Consultation description This consultation considers the extent to which the Oliver McGowan code of practice on statutory learning disability and autism training (the code) provides Care Quality Commission (CQC) registered providers with the necessary guidance to meet the legislative requirement…
Recent Comments