ASSIST (Autism Support Signposting Information Services Team) is a part of The National Autistic Society and is commissioned by Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea local authorities to provide free support for adults on the autism spectrum. It is intended for residents aged 18 and over, in Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster, who have or who are actively seeking a diagnosis of Autism.
ASSIST offer:
- Appointments: One to one appointments providing an opportunity to talk about and find ways of managing a wide range of issues- these might include employment, education, housing, coping strategies, physical and mental wellbeing, domestic skills and welfare.
- Groups: There are weekly and monthly groups for people to develop their social networks and friendship groups. These groups include social activities, information seminars, museum trips, board games, gardening music and more.