Autism Central
National peer education programme helping families and carers understand autism and advocate for autistic people.
Learning more about autism can make it easier to ask for the right support and adjustments.
About this service
Autism Central is a comprehensive peer education programme commissioned by NHS England, designed to enhance knowledge and understanding of autism for families, carers, and communities. By empowering individuals to advocate effectively for the autistic people they support, the programme fosters a more inclusive environment. Localized support initiatives enable families to navigate various services, ensuring they receive appropriate understanding, adjustments, and accommodations tailored to their unique needs. Central to the programme’s mission is the involvement of autistic individuals, families, and carers, ensuring that every aspect is co-produced and truly reflective of those it serves. This initiative ultimately strengthens the community and promotes better outcomes for autistic people.
How they can help you
They help families and carers build knowledge about autism and feel more confident advocating for autistic people.
What to expect
You can expect autism information, peer education and support for families and carers.
Who it's for
Families and carers supporting autistic people.
Eligibility
Open nationally; see provider for current support offer.
Getting support
- Eligibility
- Open nationally; see provider for current support offer.
- Referral requirements
- You can contact this service directly without a referral.
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Cost
Free
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Report a Problem With This Listing
If any details look wrong or out of date, you can let the OneRoof team know here. Your report will go into an admin review queue and will not change the listing automatically.
Cost
Free