Neurodiversity, Autism & ADHD

 

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Neurodiversity is not a diagnosis, so recognising neurodiversity in an individual does not therefore need a diagnostic assessment. Neurodiversity is a term that recognises people experience and respond to the world around them in different ways.

This different perspective can lead to new ideas, scientific breakthroughs and creativity or unique skillsets. Individuals may also have aspects of life they find more challenging for which they require additional support.

Local Support

Sirona Care & Support

Sirona Care & Support look after adults and children at home and at school. Their thousands of staff work across Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset.

A not-for-profit social enterprise, we are funded by the NHS and local authorities. NHS care is free at the point of delivery. We are committed to serving our communities as a Community Interest Company, our activities provide benefit to all members of the population of the areas we cover.

Visit the Sirona Care & Support website

Bristol Autism Support

Bristol Autism Support (BAS) is a registered charity providing information, support and training for parents and carers of autistic children in BS postcodes. We believe the need for our support is self-defining. Parents and carers do not need a diagnosis for their child in order to access our services.

Visit the Bristol Autism Support website

Bristol Autism Spectrum Service (BASS)

Bristol Autism Spectrum Service (BASS) is a multidisciplinary team providing a service for adults registered with a GP in Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.  

Visit the NHS Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership website

Bristol Autism Support

Bristol Autism Support (BAS) is a registered charity providing information, support and training for parents and carers of autistic children in BS postcodes. We believe the need for our support is self-defining. Parents and carers do not need a diagnosis for their child in order to access our services.

Visit the Bristol Autism Support website

Autistic Spectrum Support Group

Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday in the month.

Come along and tell us what facilities you need and meet others who may have answers. Save yourself valuable time and energy!

Visit the North Somerset Council website

A Picture of Health

The range of Easy Read information on this website has been developed either locally, nationally or from other NHS areas and is shared between many specialist clinical networks. These specialist networks have collected these examples to share with you for you to adapt or use.

Visit A Picture of Health website

Hertfordshire County Council

It is really important to take care of our health and look for any changes in our bodies.

On this website you can find some ways to look after your health. The learning disability nurses can help you with this, too.

Visit the Hertfordshire County Council website

National Support

National Autistic Society

Founded in 1962, they are the UK’s leading charity for autistic people and their families. Their goal is to help transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people.

Visit the National Autistic Society website

Autism Independent UK

Autism Independent UK helps to increase awareness of autism to the notice of all, together with well established and newly developed approaches in the diagnosis, assessment, education and treatment.

Visit the Autism Independent UK website

Dimensions

They support people with learning disabilities and autism to have a louder voice, choice and control in their lives.

Visit the Dimensions website

ASD Helping Hands

ASD Helping Hands will support all service users affected by an Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) regardless of age or what stage of life they are at. We aim to offer guidance, practical advice and support whether you are personally affected or you are an associated family member, carer, friend or professional. We will actively champion the rights of all people affected by an ASD and aim to make a positive difference to their lives while delivering a service that is accessible, reliable and trust

Visit the ASD Helping Hands website

Easy Health

Easy Health are an online library of accessible health information with simple words, clear pictures and films.

Visit the Easy Health website