Help and support for autistic people and their families

Where to find help and support

If you’re autistic or caring for an autistic child or adult, you can get support from:

• a GP or local autism team
• your local council
• your school, college or workplace
• local support services
• national charities

Support from national charities

National Autistic Society

For autistic adults and children, and their families.

• Website: www.autism.org.uk

Ambitious about Autism

For autistic children and young people, their parents and carers.

• Website: www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk

Child Autism UK

Helpline for parents, carers and teachers of autistic children.

• Helpline: 01344 882248
• Website: www.childautism.org.uk

Autism Central

Education and support for parents and carers of autistic children, young people and adults.

• Website: www.autismcentral.org.uk

IPSEA

Information and rights advice about special educational needs (SEN) support in schools.

• Website: https://www.ipsea.org.uk/