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2 Mar 2026

New Autism AIM Service Manager Appointed

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Eloise Sutcliffe as Autism AIM...

The Advonet Group · More info
2 Mar 2026

Introducing Eloise, our new Service Manager

We are pleased to announce that Autism AIM has a new Service Manager. Eloise...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
26 Feb 2026

Running with Kangaroos- an update from Marathon runner Molly!

I spent the last 2 months of 2025 in Australia and New Zealand. I’m...

STAYING PUT · More info
26 Feb 2026

February 2026 newsletter

Our February 2026 newsletter is now live, packed with the latest updates,...

Carers Leeds · More info
24 Feb 2026

Autism Reference Group to meet online in March

The Autism Reference Group, a forum for autistic adults in Leeds to share their...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
18 Feb 2026

Catch22 responds to the Milburn Review on youth unemployment

About Catch22 Catch22 is a charity and social business committed to building...

Catch22 · More info
13 Feb 2026

Outside the Box joins Otley Community

Outside the Box is getting set to expand some of its activities to Otley...

Outside the Box cafe · More info
10 Feb 2026

Safer Internet Day | Cyber Security

Every year we mark Safer Internet Day to share helpful guidance and information...

Creative Support · More info
10 Feb 2026

Report shows impact of Autism AIM – Mental Health Equity Project

After four years, the Autism AIM – Mental Health Equity Project’s work is...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
5 Feb 2026

Drop-In Autism Hub sessions for February 2026

At our Autism Hub venue at The Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown, we will...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
2 Feb 2026

Training sessions for new volunteers in February and March

In the next couple of months, we will be providing free training sessions for...

The Advonet Group · More info
23 Jan 2026

Asking You

Download Asking You Booklet

Leeds Autism Services · More info
20 Jan 2026

Pyramid artists showcased at Leeds Art Gallery

Pyramid, a Leeds-based arts organisation supporting artists with learning...

VOLITION - LEEDS · More info
16 Jan 2026

Participants Needed

York St John University are looking for autistic adults to share their...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
16 Jan 2026

16th October 2024: Supported Internships

Whilst rummaging around for the Leeds Inclusive Employer Network banner in a...

Lighthouse Futures Trust · More info
16 Jan 2026

6th November 2024: Disability Pay Gaps

As a woman once told she couldn’t be considered to manage a factory (probably...

Lighthouse Futures Trust · More info
15 Jan 2026

NeuroBeyond Training and Consultancy

NeuroBeyond provide high quality bespoke neurodiversity training and...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
14 Jan 2026

NeuroBeyond - Neurodiversity Training and Consultancy

NeuroBeyond provide high quality bespoke neurodiversity training and...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
12 Jan 2026

Volunteering at The Advonet Group in 2026

Advonet’s Volunteer Coordinators have been busy planning over the Christmas...

The Advonet Group · More info
9 Jan 2026

Run for Charity

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Leeds Autism Services · More info
8 Jan 2026

Leeds Half Marathon - May 2026

Date Sunday 10th May 2026 Distance Half Marathon Location Start Line: AMT...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
8 Jan 2026

Leeds 10k - June 2026

Date Sunday 14th June 2026 Distance 10k Location Starting Line: Outside...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
8 Jan 2026

Leeds Inflatable 5k - June 2026

Date Saturday 20th June 2026 Distance 2.5k, 5k, 10k, 15k  Location...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
8 Jan 2026

Run for Charity - All Events

Please select a button below to see all events for that region:  Overseas...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
8 Jan 2026

Drop-In Autism Hub sessions for January 2026

At our Autism Hub venue at The Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown, we will...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
7 Jan 2026

Leeds Running Festival - April 2026

Date Sunday 5th April, 2026 Distance Half Marathon + other events: 5K, 10K...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
6 Jan 2026

OTB Printmaking Group’s ‘Printastic Printorama’ Open Day!

SATURDAY 10TH JANUARY | 2-4PM TINKER GALLERY, 25 CHURCH STREET   This...

Outside the Box cafe · More info
6 Jan 2026

Pluss win big at the Stars of Learning Disability & Autism awards

We’re delighted to share some fantastic news from the Stars of LD & Autism...

Pluss · More info
31 Dec 2025

Our Top 12 Most Inspiring People of 2025

From powerful advocacy to ground-breaking creativity, there have been so many...

Creative Support · More info
23 Dec 2025

Anna’s Blog – The Disability Discrimination Act Turns 30

The Disability Discrimination Act Turns 30 This year marks 30 years since the...

Creative Support · More info
19 Dec 2025

Podcast - Episode 48

In this episode Lizzie talks about her upcoming documentary “Where do you...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
18 Dec 2025

Christmas/New Year 2025: Supermarket, bank and shop opening times in Leeds

At this time of year, supermarkets, banks and shopping centres in Leeds have...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
17 Dec 2025

17th Dec 2025: International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers: Structural Violence

The 17th December marks International Day to End Violence Against Sex...

Basis Yorkshire · More info
16 Dec 2025

Christmas/New Year 2025-26: Food Aid in Leeds

This information guide lets you know about food banks, food aid and community...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
16 Dec 2025

Job Vacancy: Autism AIM Service Manager

Salary: £21,319.32 Hours: 22.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location:...

The Advonet Group · More info
12 Dec 2025

Christmas/New Year 2025-26: Events and Groups in Leeds

At this time of year, there are a handful of autistic-friendly events and...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
9 Dec 2025

Reflections on the Youth Guarantee

Details of the Government’s much talked about Youth Guarantee have now been...

Catch22 · More info
9 Dec 2025

Christmas/New Year 2025-26: Bin and Post Days in Leeds

At this time of year, there are changes to when bin collections, recycling at...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
5 Dec 2025

Christmas/New Year 2025-26: Support in Leeds

In this seasonal information guide, we have put together links to and details...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
5 Dec 2025

Festive Dining and Talent at Outside the Box

Guests at the recent Dine-In event at Outside the Box enjoyed a very special...

Outside the Box cafe · More info
5 Dec 2025

Our Christmas and New Year 2025-26 Opening Times

For the Christmas and New Year period, we will be closed on some dates. This is...

The Advonet Group · More info
4 Dec 2025

Catch22 Energise programme surpasses 2,000 participants – generating millions of pounds in social return and changing lives

The Energise programme, delivered by Catch22 and funded by Shell UK, has...

Catch22 · More info
3 Dec 2025

Inclusive Crisis Alternatives: November 2025 Update on our Research

Our Inclusive Crisis Alternative project has been working hard gathering...

Touchstone · More info
2 Dec 2025

Christmas/New Year 2025: Public Transport in Leeds

During this festive period, there will be some changes to bus, train and air...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
2 Dec 2025

Job Vacancy: Finance Administrator

Job title: Finance Administrator Salary: £18,524.42 actual salary (£24,809.50...

The Advonet Group · More info
2 Dec 2025

Job Vacancy: Finance Administrator

Job Title: Finance Administrator Salary: £24,809.50 FTE Actual Salary:...

The Advonet Group · More info
2 Dec 2025

One-to-One Peer Support: Open for referrals

After receiving a grant from The National Lottery Community Fund, we are...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
1 Dec 2025

Start a New Career With Us

Why Choose a Career With Leeds Autism Services?  Here at Leeds Autism...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
1 Dec 2025

Job vacancies

Take a look at our latest job vacancies, relief roles and volunteering...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
1 Dec 2025

Apprenticeships at Leeds Autism Services

We are now taking applications for apprenticeships for Support Worker roles at...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
1 Dec 2025

Relief Support Worker (VACS)

Location: Hunslet and Armley, Leeds Working Hours: between 8:00am –...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
1 Dec 2025

Support Worker (Vocational and Community Services)

Location: Hunslet and Armley, Leeds Working Hours: 9:00am – 4:30pm...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
1 Dec 2025

Volunteering

We are looking for compassionate, caring volunteers and placement students to...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
1 Dec 2025

A new simpler way to give feedback on our services

Are you one of clients or a professional in a service area who has had contact...

The Advonet Group · More info
27 Nov 2025

Preparing for Hospital Visits: Advice from Leeds Teaching Hospitals LD & Autism Team

Last month, Leeds Parent Carer Forum hosted an online workshop with the Leeds...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
27 Nov 2025

When we are open: Christmas/New Year 2025-26

During the Christmas and New Year period, Leeds Autism AIM will be running a...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
26 Nov 2025

Autistic Research Participants Wanted

The University of Strathclyde are conducting a study titled "an exploration...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
25 Nov 2025

Wintertime Wellbeing

Winter can be an especially stressful time for autistic people.  A lack of...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
21 Nov 2025

A Guide to Mental Health

We've created an easy-read guide to mental health.  This includes answers...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
21 Nov 2025

Digital Mentality

The internet can be wonderful place to find interesting facts and connect with...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
21 Nov 2025

Create Your Mental Health First-Aid Kit

A mental health first aid kit is a personally designed range of tools to help...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
21 Nov 2025

Don't Let Rage Bait Ruin Your Day

Rage bait is online content designed to make us feel angry or upset.  Our...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
21 Nov 2025

Hello world!

Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start...

Autism Arena CIC · More info
20 Nov 2025

Yorkshire Artist Emy Spinks Creates Vibrant, Inclusive Artwork for Outside the Box Café

Outside the Box Café is delighted to unveil a new, bespoke piece of artwork...

Outside the Box cafe · More info
20 Nov 2025

Autism Reference Group to discuss Meltdowns, Shutdowns and Burnout

The final Autism Reference Group meeting of 2025 will be discussing meltdowns,...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
18 Nov 2025

Making Space hosts neurodiversity workplace workshop for local employers

Around 50 people from organisations across Warrington and the wider North West...

Making Space · More info
18 Nov 2025

Free Wintertime Wellbeing Guide

We have an updated version of our Wintertime Wellbeing Guide available to...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
17 Nov 2025

Peer Support Volunteers and Mentors wanted: Training this Winter

As part of our work funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, we are...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
17 Nov 2025

The Benefits of Inclusion

When we celebrate our differences, we all get the chance to shine! Inclusion...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
17 Nov 2025

What is Neurodiversity

All our brains are different and neurodiversity is about celebrating those...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
17 Nov 2025

Many Faiths, One Community

Sadly, religious intolerance has been on the rise in the UK in recent years,...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
17 Nov 2025

What it Means to be Transgender

Autistic people are more likely than the general population to identify as...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
14 Nov 2025

Our free Self-Care resources

To mark National Self-Care Week (17th-23rd November 2025), we are sharing a...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
12 Nov 2025

Take Part in the Podcast

We want to give a voice to autistic people, and help improve autism...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
12 Nov 2025

Podcast - Episode 47

In this episode Craig speaks to Dr Liam Cross and Dr Gray Atherton who talk...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Nov 2025

2025-26 three-week Christmas and New Year planner

As part of our series of free seasonal information guides and resources, we...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
10 Nov 2025

Why Are There Flags On Our Lampposts?

Some of our beneficiaries have told us they feel worried or anxious about the...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
6 Nov 2025

Drop-In Autism Hub sessions for November 2025

At our Autism Hub venue at The Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown, we will...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
6 Nov 2025

Leeds PCF ARFID Coffee Morning: Sharing Knowledge

In September, 32 parent carers joined us at the Vinery Centre for an ARFID...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
3 Nov 2025

Meet our new Trustees

To celebrate Trustees’ Week 2025 (Monday 3rd-Friday 7th November), we are...

The Advonet Group · More info
3 Nov 2025

Caring for Ageing Minds: Helping Neurodivergent Loved Ones to Thrive

This article was kindly donated by a freelance writer, Rosie Buckley. You can...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
31 Oct 2025

Building sustainable futures together: Emmaus National Assembly 2025

More than 200 people from across the Emmaus movement came together this October...

Emmaus · More info
30 Oct 2025

Leeds Autism Services 30th Annual General Meeting

Leeds Autism Services' 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at: ...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
30 Oct 2025

Annual General Meeting 2025

Leeds Autism Services' 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at: ...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
30 Oct 2025

Podcast - Episode 46

In this episode we are joined by Jess Telling, an autistic theatre maker. Jess...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
30 Oct 2025

ADHD Awareness Month: Ellie’s Story

For ADHD Awareness Month (1st-31st October), our Office Adminstrator Ellie...

The Advonet Group · More info
29 Oct 2025

Job Vacancy: AIM Coordinator

Job title: AIM Coordinator – Leeds, Bradford and Craven Autism AIM Salary:...

The Advonet Group · More info
27 Oct 2025

Kim and Hannah's Abbey Dash 10k Fundraiser

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Leeds Autism Services · More info
27 Oct 2025

Kim and Hannah's 10k Abbey Dash Fundraiser

One of our brilliant colleagues, Kim, and her friend Hannah, are taking part in...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
27 Oct 2025

Kim and Hannah's Abbey Dash Fundraiser

One of our brilliant colleagues, Kim, and her friend Hannah, are taking part in...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
27 Oct 2025

Kim and Hannah's 10k Parkrun Fundraiser resources

One of our brilliant colleagues, Kim and her friend Hannah, are aiming to...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
27 Oct 2025

Representation matters. That’s why I wrote a book where disabled children feel seen

My latest novel is a bold, futuristic adventure story, which reflects on my...

Sense · More info
27 Oct 2025

Job Vacancy: Day Opportunities Support Worker

Job title: Advonet Day Opportunities Support Worker Salary: £13,333.22 per...

The Advonet Group · More info
27 Oct 2025

Outside the Box Café Named Finalist for Café of the Year at the Retail, Leisure and Hospitality Awards

Outside the Box Café is delighted to announce that it has been named a finalist...

Outside the Box cafe · More info
22 Oct 2025

Leeds Women’s Aid Achieves Women’s Aid Federation of England Quality Standards Accreditation

Leeds Women’s Aid and Leeds Domestic Violence Service have achieved the...

LEEDS WOMEN'S AID · More info
22 Oct 2025

Outside the Box goes Beyond Words at BBC Festival

Outside the Box (OTB) joined the UK’s biggest poetry and performance festival...

Outside the Box cafe · More info
17 Oct 2025

Neurodivergent children’s parents call for support

ByKit Taylor You can view the original article here:...

Little Hiccups · More info
15 Oct 2025

Advocacy Contract Renewed Until 2028

We are delighted to announce that our contract for providing both statutory and...

The Advonet Group · More info
15 Oct 2025

How Autism AIM’s Peer-Led Groups Stand Alongside You

For Advocacy Awareness Week 2025 (13th-17th October), we are looking at how our...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
15 Oct 2025

Introducing Molly, our Marathon runner!

Training plans I’m currently following a Garmin Coach half marathon plan...

STAYING PUT · More info
13 Oct 2025

A brighter smile: How your donations are enabling children with additional needs to have urgent dental care

The Paediatric Dental Department at Leeds Dental Institute has 45 new patient...

Leeds Hospitals Charity · More info
13 Oct 2025

Drop-In Autism Hub sessions for October 2025

At our Autism Hub venue at The Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown, we will...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
8 Oct 2025

We Welcome New Director of Complex Care 

Community Integrated Care is delighted to announce the appointment of Carly...

Community Integrated Care · More info
7 Oct 2025

Neurodiversity in the Workplace Workshop - creating workplaces where everyone can thrive

Join Making Space and a range of industry experts for an inspiring and...

Making Space · More info
7 Oct 2025

Peer Support Volunteers and Mentors wanted: Training this Autumn

As part of our work funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, we are...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
30 Sep 2025

Afrikindness Parenting & Inclusion Conference 2025 – A Day of Unity, Insight & Empowerment

Inspiring the world around us through acts of kindness. < Back to News and...

Afrikindness · More info
29 Sep 2025

How to Access VACS

Getting A Placement  Although some people pay to come to VACS themselves,...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
29 Sep 2025

Leeds Autism Services - Accreditation

About Accreditation  Leeds Autism Services are accredited by the National...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
29 Sep 2025

About Our Bases

Leeds Autism Services have two bases that we work from. Both bases have outdoor...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
29 Sep 2025

Providing Support

We can provide support at home, in the community or at one of our bases - Grape...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
29 Sep 2025

Make a referral

How it works To make a referral, simply fill in our online referral form. You...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
29 Sep 2025

Leeds City Council Appoint Neurodiversity Champion

John Tudor is a city councillor for the Killingbeck and Seacroft ward in East...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
26 Sep 2025

Podcast - Episode 45

In this episode Tony talks about the children's book he has written, 'Noah's...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
26 Sep 2025

Plant Power

Lots of people are reducing the amount of meat they eat, or turning to a...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
24 Sep 2025

Gender and Sexuality

Click the pink text to open the links.  Resources for LGBTQI+ autistic...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
23 Sep 2025

'Don't forget your inhalers' students told as freshers fun racks up the risk of life-threatening asthma attacks

'Don't forget your inhalers' students told as freshers fun racks up the risk of...

British Lung Foundation · More info
22 Sep 2025

Making Space helps launch pioneering neurodiversity toolkit for the criminal justice system

We were proud to be part of the recent launch (Friday, 19 September) of a...

Making Space · More info
21 Sep 2025

Neurodiversity Training for Approved Driving Instructors, 18th April 2026

Fully booked – but looking for interest to run another course. Aim:...

William Merritt Centre · More info
19 Sep 2025

Calling All Autistic Artists

This information is available to download in easy read:  Download...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
17 Sep 2025

What is Autism?

An easier to navigate version of this page can be found here.  ...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
17 Sep 2025

Information, links and resources

Leeds Autism Services · More info
17 Sep 2025

Getting an Autism Diagnosis in Leeds

Adults The Leeds Autism Diagnostic Service (LADS) provides assessment and...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
17 Sep 2025

Just been diagnosed?

Being diagnosed with autism can bring up many different emotions. Some people...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
15 Sep 2025

Update on Autism Support in Leeds

We’ve had an update from Leeds City Council on changes to the way support is...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
15 Sep 2025

Update on ADHD Medication Clinics from Leeds Community Healthcare

We’ve received an update from the Children and Young People’s Mental...

Leeds Parent Carer Forum · More info
10 Sep 2025

Music Star Delivers Exclusive Gig!

The music of one of the UK’s hottest new bands, Daydreamers, was brought to...

Community Integrated Care · More info
10 Sep 2025

Autism and Suicide Prevention Project: What we do

As you may have seen on our socials and website recently, our Autism and...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
5 Sep 2025

Coping with Suicidal Thoughts

Autistic and neurodivergent people are more likely to experience suicidal...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
5 Sep 2025

Supporting Someone Who is Feeling Suicidal

When we know someone is feeling suicidal it's common to feel worried and unsure...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
5 Sep 2025

Podcast - Episode 44

On this episode Craig is joined by Hayley Greenwood, Operational Manager for...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
5 Sep 2025

Drop-In Autism Hub sessions for September 2025

At our Autism Hub venue at The Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown, we will...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
3 Sep 2025

Healthy Holidays with Leeds Mencap

We recently caught up with Leeds Mencap, who told us about their work and how...

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR LEEDS · More info
2 Sep 2025

Learning to Love Yourself

Love is described as affection towards others, but how can you love someone...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
2 Sep 2025

Changes to food at the Autism Hub starting this month

Starting this month (September 2025), we will be changing how we provide food...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
2 Sep 2025

Apprenticeships

Leeds Autism Services · More info
29 Aug 2025

Leeds Autism AIM secures multi-year funding

We are pleased to announce that Leeds Autism AIM has received funding to...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
27 Aug 2025

Funding secures Autism AIM’s future

We are delighted to announce that our award-winning Autism AIM service has...

The Advonet Group · More info
27 Aug 2025

AutistiCon Volunteering

We are looking for volunteers for the 2025 AutistiCon event. Read this page to...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
26 Aug 2025

Non Verbal Communication

People communicate to each other in lots of different ways. Studies show that...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
21 Aug 2025

Hft interns celebrate graduation after Project Search success

Hft interns celebrate graduation after Project Search success The scheme has...

Hft · More info
15 Aug 2025

Snap for Your Wellbeing

Most of us have access to some form of camera, whether it is digital, film...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
14 Aug 2025

Podcast - Episode 43

On this episode we are joined by Alistair Barfield (Ali), who is the...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
13 Aug 2025

Autism and Suicide Prevention Project

Leeds Autism AIM is currently running a one-year Autism and Suicide Prevention...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
13 Aug 2025

Autism Reference Group meets this September

The Autism Reference Group for Leeds will be meeting next month. It is a forum...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
11 Aug 2025

Improve Your Sleep Quality

Healthy sleep habits can make a big difference to your quality of life, and are...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Aug 2025

The Dangers of Vaping

Vaping, or using an electronic cigarette, is often thought of as a safe...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Aug 2025

Keep Smiling, Keep Shining

Sensory sensitivities can make tooth care difficult when you are autistic but...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Aug 2025

All about the Menopause

According to research, autistic and neurodivergent women find it more difficult...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Aug 2025

Help Your Heart to Stay Healthy

There are around 7.6 million people in the UK living with heart disease. ...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Aug 2025

Breathe Easy

The lungs are one of the most important organs in the human body; if you...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Aug 2025

Get Moving and Feel Better

Adding just a bit more movement into our lives can have a really positive...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Aug 2025

Coping with Cancer

Download our easy-read guide to find out more about:  What cancer is How...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Aug 2025

Eye See You

Our eyes are an very important part of the human body, some calling the...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Aug 2025

Ear-Resistible

Our ears play a very important part in our sensory experience of the...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Aug 2025

Inclusive Sport in Leeds

Leeds has loads of inclusive sporting activities to get involved in, whatever...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
11 Aug 2025

You Got to Be Kidney Me

Our kidneys are often referred to as 'the silent organs' as most of us probably...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
8 Aug 2025

Physical Health, Fitness and Exercise Resources

Leeds Autism Services · More info
8 Aug 2025

Diet and Nutrition Wellbeing Resources

Leeds Autism Services · More info
8 Aug 2025

Sleep Wellbeing Resources

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Make Your Home Sparkle

With all the different commitments we have in our lives it can be hard to find...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Connect with Nature for Your Wellbeing

Our relationship with nature plays a critical part in supporting good mental...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Wonders Beyond

When we are young we tend to see the world as an incredible place, full of...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Growing Green

We have all heard about reducing our carbon footprint and help combat climate...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Beat the Heat

A heatwave is when the weather gets very hot for a few days in a row.  In...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

All Abuzz About Bees

Bees play a very important part in nature, helping to pollinate many different...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Habits to Build Financial Wellbeing

Financial wellbeing is about a sense of security and feeling as though you have...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Make Money Count

The West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership have published a booklet that...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Money On Your Mind

Being confident with money can have benefits to your both your mental and...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Sarah's Story

Sarah's story is a powerful account of how important the first step is, to...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Cost of Living Links from Leeds Autism AIM

The cost of living crisis has been sparked by rising prices for pretty much all...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Debt Awareness - Take the First Step

Being in debt can cause huge amounts of stress and worry, but many of us feel...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

How to Deal With Debt Pt.1

We are using our wellbeing channel to host a series of articles about things...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

How to Deal With Debt Pt.2

We are using our wellbeing channel to host a series of articles about things...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

How to Deal With Debt Pt.3

We are using our wellbeing channel to host a series of articles about things...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Winter Wellbeing Tips - Video

This video gives tips to stay warm and healthy over winter. It is aimed at...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Together Leeds Resources

Leeds City Council have launched a webpage filled with help and resources they...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

Be a Cyber Superhero

In our digital world it has never been more important to know how to protect...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

The importance of Work-Life Balance

The varied workplace pressures we face can lead to many mental and physical...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

The Joy of Reading

Whether you love War & Peace, or prefer a Peppa Pig picture story, there's...

Leeds Autism Services · More info
7 Aug 2025

The Magic of Dogs

Dogs are a man’s best friend for a reason, and the benefits of spending...

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6 Aug 2025

Working On Your Mind

Having a job can help us stay mentally healthy by boosting our self-esteem and...

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6 Aug 2025

Financial Wellbeing Resources

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6 Aug 2025

Hobbies & Work Wellbeing Resources

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6 Aug 2025

Environment Wellbeing Resources

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6 Aug 2025

Financial Wellbeing Accessible Resources

There's lots of advice and resources out there to help people manage their...

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6 Aug 2025

Access the Countryside

Open Country is a Yorkshire-based charity with over 30 years of experience in...

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6 Aug 2025

Road Sense Can Save Your Life

Roads can be dangerous if you don’t know how to keep yourself safe, so...

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5 Aug 2025

Drop-In Autism Hub sessions for August 2025

At our Autism Hub venue at The Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown, we will...

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1 Aug 2025

The AutistiCon Event Appeal

AutistiCon is a FREE annual event which aims to educate, enlighten and share...

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31 Jul 2025

Redbridge House Opens It’s Doors

Redbridge House, a new Supported Living Service in Portsmouth opened its doors...

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31 Jul 2025

Job Vacancy: CHANGE Enterprise Manager

Salary: £30,662.95 pro rata (Actual for 20 hours £16,353.57) Hours: 20 hours...

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30 Jul 2025

Michael Makes History at Manchester International Festival

Over several dates in July, Michael Beard, who we support in Manchester, made...

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28 Jul 2025

Forging Friendships

Developing and maintaining friendships can reduce feelings of loneliness and...

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22 Jul 2025

Breaking Bias at Be Free Festival

Over 200 people visited Creative Together’s annual two-day ‘Be Free’ arts...

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21 Jul 2025

Mid Digital Solutions - Charity Golf Event

Hit the 'donate button' to pay for tournament entry, pay for a raffle ticket,...

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21 Jul 2025

Mid Digital Solutions - Charity Golf Event resources

Venue: Normanton Golf Club, West Yorkshire Date: Thursday, 24th July...

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16 Jul 2025

Making Space project celebrated at National Policing Innovation Forum for its impact on neurodiversity in the criminal justice system

Making Space is proud to share that our Neurodiversity in the Criminal Justice...

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15 Jul 2025

Job Vacancy: Support Worker

Salary: £23,809.50 FTE equivalent Hours: 16 per week Closing date: Friday 8th...

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15 Jul 2025

Job Vacancy: Project Coordinator

Salary: £26,157.31 (FTE) Hours: 20 per week Closing date: Friday 8th August...

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15 Jul 2025

Job Vacancy: Project Worker

Salary: £24067.61 (FTE) Hours: 4 hours per week Closing date: Monday 11th...

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14 Jul 2025

The Benefits of Giving

You don't need a doctor to tell you giving feels good, but did you realise that...

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14 Jul 2025

Why Volunteering is Good for You

The benefits of volunteering can be enormous, as it offers vital help to people...

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14 Jul 2025

Spread Some Kindness

Kindness is choosing to do something that helps someone else, and is motivated...

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14 Jul 2025

Lift Yourself Out of Loneliness

Anyone can experience loneliness, which can have a huge impact on our...

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14 Jul 2025

Think Before You Link

Managing Online Relationships Safely The internet can be a good way to keep in...

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14 Jul 2025

Are You Having a Laugh!

We have all heard that laughter is the best medicine. Would you believe there...

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14 Jul 2025

Being a Great Listening Ear

Being a good listener can be a very useful skill, be it casual conversation...

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14 Jul 2025

Get Your Game On

Research suggests that being involved in gaming has a number of benefits to...

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14 Jul 2025

Dealing with Loss and Grief

It can be extremely difficult when you lose someone close to you. Whether...

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14 Jul 2025

Blooming Blossoms

Blossoms are described to be the flowers of fruit bearing trees to attract...

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14 Jul 2025

The Benefits of Allotments

Allotments are plots of land given to local community members so they can grow...

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14 Jul 2025

Connecting Resources

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14 Jul 2025

Inclusion Resources

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14 Jul 2025

Giving Resources

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14 Jul 2025

People Puzzles

Managing Difficult Friendships It is good to try and have friends, but...

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14 Jul 2025

Tricky Friends - Video

Leeds Safeguarding Adults Board have released a new video called 'A Tricky...

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14 Jul 2025

Managing Friendships - FREE Easy-Read Guides

We have published two FREE new printable easy-read guides aimed at helping...

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10 Jul 2025

Build Your Own Resilience

Resilience can be described as “the ability to recover from tough,...

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10 Jul 2025

The Benefits of Sensory Activity

The world can be an overwhelming place, but paying attention to our senses can...

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10 Jul 2025

You're The Best - Believe It!!!

Imposter syndrome can be described as feelings of inadequacy despite evidence...

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10 Jul 2025

Mindfulness Apps

Wanting to squeeze in some mindful minutes? You can do it in the morning, in...

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10 Jul 2025

Focus groups for mental health equity survey this month

This July, the Autism AIM – Mental Health Equity Project team will be running...

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10 Jul 2025

Mindful Breathing

Mindful breathing has lots of potential benefits. It can help to:  Reduce...

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9 Jul 2025

The turning point: How alternative provision can shape futures

Our commitment to supporting people begins in early childhood, through our...

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8 Jul 2025

Get Creative!

Taking part in creative activities does amazing things for the mind.  You...

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8 Jul 2025

Breaking Bad Habits

Habits are automatic behaviours that we form to conserve energy, function...

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8 Jul 2025

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing Resources

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8 Jul 2025

Learning and Personal Development Resources

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8 Jul 2025

Mindfulness Resources

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8 Jul 2025

Mental Health Quiz

Although people these days are much more aware and willing to talk about their...

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8 Jul 2025

Leeds Recovery College

Leeds Recovery College offer a range of free courses and workshops which focus...

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8 Jul 2025

Mental Wellbeing

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8 Jul 2025

Physical Wellbeing

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8 Jul 2025

Social Wellbeing

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8 Jul 2025

Living Wellbeing

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8 Jul 2025

Wellbeing News and Events

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8 Jul 2025

Wellbeing Help

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8 Jul 2025

Mind Your Man

Men can find it more difficult to open up about their mental health and signs...

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8 Jul 2025

Stress Busting, Little by Little

There are many things that can make us feel stressed. These might include...

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8 Jul 2025

Facing Your Fears

We can all feel scared sometimes, this is a natural reaction to protect us from...

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8 Jul 2025

Rise Above the Negatives

We have many thousands of thoughts every day, ranging from what you want to...

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8 Jul 2025

Musical Medleys

There are many benefits to your wellbeing listening to music, or learning to...

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8 Jul 2025

Avoiding Tech Overload

Technology has many benefits, and can improve our lives in many ways, but...

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8 Jul 2025

Letting Go and Taking Control

It is very easy to feel overwhelmed about things that are out of our control,...

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8 Jul 2025

Relaxation Tips for Better Mental Health

Learning how to relax can help you look after your mental health. Have a look...

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8 Jul 2025

Turn Your Vulnerability Into a Superpower

It's completely normal to feel vulnerable sometimes, we are only human and we...

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8 Jul 2025

Podcast - Episode 42

In this episode Craig talks to Paul Brackstone, founder of the amazing...

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7 Jul 2025

WY Routes and Routines – resource for Children and Young People

We have been asked to share the following by West Yorkshire Health and Care...

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7 Jul 2025

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐚𝐲: 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐒 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦

The Learning Inclusion Service is proposing changes to how children and young...

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4 Jul 2025

Drop-In Autism Hub sessions for July 2025

At our Autism Hub venue at The Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown, we will...

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1 Jul 2025

Save Social Care

The increase in employer national insurance rates announced by the Chancellor...

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1 Jul 2025

Temple's Great North Run - Thank You!

Paul Temple has worked with Leeds Autism Services for a number of years,...

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27 Jun 2025

Sam, Clare, and Estelle represent Thera as Judges at the National Learning Disability and Autism Awards.

Clare Pride, Estelle Christmas, and Sam Avery were selected to be judges at the...

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26 Jun 2025

Celebrating graduation and exciting futures

There was so much to celebrate this week as some of our Project | SEARCH...

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25 Jun 2025

Pride Month 2025 – Intersectionality and Healthcare (Trans sex workers of colour)

CW: This post contains discussion of violence against trans people and people...

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25 Jun 2025

Podcast - Episode 41

On this episode we are joined by Harriett de Mesquita who talks about her life,...

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23 Jun 2025

Travel and Transport

Click the pink text to open the links. Bus Passes  If you are autistic,...

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23 Jun 2025

Afrikindness Releases 2024 Trustee Report Showcasing a Year of Impact and Growth

Inspiring the world around us through acts of kindness. < Back to News and...

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22 Jun 2025

Afrikindness Neurodiversity Community Programme – One Year On: A Powerful Movement for Change

Inspiring the world around us through acts of kindness. < Back to News and...

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19 Jun 2025

Mental Health Equity survey for autistic adults in Leeds

As part of their work to help improve access to mental health services and...

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19 Jun 2025

Mental Health Equity survey for autistic adults in Leeds

As part of their work to help improve access to mental health services and...

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19 Jun 2025

Empowerment Through Self-Advocacy: Resources and slides

Our Empowerment Through Self-Advocacy event on Friday 13th June saw around 60...

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19 Jun 2025

Empowerment Through Self-Advocacy: Resources and slides

Our Empowerment Through Self-Advocacy event on Friday 13th June saw around 60...

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19 Jun 2025

Secretary of State gains Frontline insight into Social Care

On Friday 13th June, Jonathan Reynolds, Secretary of State for Business and...

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18 Jun 2025

Evaluation shows Leeds Autism AIM’s positive impact

To mark Autistic Pride Day (Wednesday 18th June), we are sharing a report with...

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18 Jun 2025

Evaluation shows Leeds Autism AIM’s positive impact

To mark Autistic Pride Day (Wednesday 18th June), we are sharing a report with...

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17 Jun 2025

Neurodivergent talent: a smarter way to grow your business

Around 15–20% of people in the UK are neurodivergent; that’s around 13 million...

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16 Jun 2025

Bradley wins for championing inclusion - 2025 Learning Disability and Autism Leaders Awards Winner

We are thrilled to announce that Bradley George Wilson, a person we support in...

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16 Jun 2025

We’re shortlisted for three national awards!

We’re excited to announce that our charity has been shortlisted in three...

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14 Jun 2025

Outside the Box Hosts First-Ever OTB Dine-In Event to Celebrate Learning Disability Week

Outside the Box proudly hosted its very first OTB Dine-In event on Friday 20th...

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13 Jun 2025

Training and Consultancy

Leeds Autism Services have over 30 years experience in supporting autistic...

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13 Jun 2025

Donate Today and Make a Real Difference

Autistic people are frequently misunderstood, and as a result have limited...

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13 Jun 2025

Michael and Paris' Cycling Challenge

To show your support:  Hit the Donate button to donate to this...

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13 Jun 2025

Podcast - Episode 40

In this episode Craig chats to one of our fantastic members, Ben, aka Cool...

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13 Jun 2025

Read the latest from our Co-Production Partnership

This week we published out latest update from the Co-Production Partnership....

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11 Jun 2025

Podcast - Episode 39

In this episode Graham talks about his amazing son, Oliver, who has started his...

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6 Jun 2025

Drop-In Autism Hub sessions for June 2025

After recently moving to our new Autism Hub venue at The Community Wellbeing...

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6 Jun 2025

Drop-In Autism Hub sessions for June 2025

After recently moving to our new Autism Hub venue at The Community Wellbeing...

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3 Jun 2025

Eggcellent Eats

People have enjoyed eating eggs since chickens were first domesticated. Whether...

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2 Jun 2025

Peer Support Group to move dates from this July

Leeds Autism AIM’s monthly online Peer Support Group will be moving to a new...

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2 Jun 2025

Peer Support Group to move dates from this July

Leeds Autism AIM’s monthly online Peer Support Group will be moving to a new...

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29 May 2025

Yvonne – My Carer’s Story

I didn’t have an easy start in life. I was the youngest of 10 children, and we...

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29 May 2025

Healthy Holiday’s Leeds Feedback

Here is some feedback we’ve had from parents, carers, and young people....

DANCE ACTION ZONE LEEDS / DAZL · More info
28 May 2025

Fire Up the Grill

There are many ways to cook food including roasting, braising, poaching or...

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28 May 2025

Leeds Autism AIM: Celebrating three years of Lottery funding

Recently, we came to the end of receiving three years of funding for some of...

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28 May 2025

Leeds Autism AIM: Celebrating three years of Lottery funding

Recently, we came to the end of receiving three years of funding for some of...

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22 May 2025

We sign joint statement on Spending Review

Investing in adult social care for people and communities  With not long to go...

Community Integrated Care · More info
21 May 2025

First Drop-In Autism Hub at new venue this month

Later this May, we will be holding our first Drop-In Autism Hub session at The...

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21 May 2025

First Drop-In Autism Hub at new venue this month

Later this May, we will be holding our first Drop-In Autism Hub session at The...

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21 May 2025

Have Your Say: House of Lords Review of the Autism Act (2009)

Have Your Say: House of Lords Review of the Autism Act (2009) The House of...

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20 May 2025

Leeds Mindful Employer Network Explores: How businesses and organisations can become trauma-informed

Mindful Employer Project Coordinator Leigh Staunton opens the event on 23rd...

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15 May 2025

Podcast - Episode 38

On this episode we are joined by Ellen Cole. Ellen is a public speaker and...

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14 May 2025

Podcast - Episode 37

In this episode we are joined by one of our amazing service users, James. James...

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14 May 2025

Podcast - Episode 36

On this episode we are joined by Clive Parry, Director of ARC England. ARC...

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14 May 2025

Podcast - Episode 35

In this episode we are joined by Peter Townson. Pete is the Projects and...

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13 May 2025

The Disabled Students' Allowance

University is a challenge for anyone – but when you have a disability, it...

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13 May 2025

Vocational Service awarded for 17th year

We are delighted to share that Community Integrated Care’s Vocational Support...

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13 May 2025

Benefits, Welfare and Finance

Click the pink text to open the links.  Disability benefits can be...

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13 May 2025

Workshops and talks confirmed for Self-Advocacy event

We have a schedule, speakers and workshops confirmed for next month’s...

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13 May 2025

Workshops and talks confirmed for Self-Advocacy event

We have a schedule, speakers and workshops confirmed for next month’s...

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13 May 2025

Mission, Vision and Values

Our Mission To help create a more autism friendly society by promoting...

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12 May 2025

Leeds’ unique local business community championing workplace mental health for Mental Health Awareness Week 2025

Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 has the theme of ‘Community’. For us, this...

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7 May 2025

Be A Man to Be Proud of

The media is full of stories about the 'manosphere' and toxic masculinity, but...

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1 May 2025

Health Update – Leeds Parent Carer Forum & NHS (ICB Update)

April 2025 The Leeds Parent Carer Forum (LPCF) and Health colleagues from...

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24 Apr 2025

Barriers to walking – Visual Impairments

Walking with a visual impairment In our series so far, we have explored...

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24 Apr 2025

Big crowd gathers to celebrate AIM’s 10th anniversary

Last week, we held a special event to mark Autism AIM’s 10th anniversary. We...

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24 Apr 2025

Big crowd gathers to celebrate AIM’s 10th anniversary

Last week, we held a special event to mark Autism AIM’s 10th anniversary. We...

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23 Apr 2025

Autism and Adolescence Workshop

Living Autism Foundation is a charity who help autistic people, their families...

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22 Apr 2025

Make a Donation

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22 Apr 2025

Donate

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16 Apr 2025

Autism Acceptance Month | Autistic Burnout

More Than Tired: Autistic Burnout and the Need for Acceptance Written by Joshi...

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14 Apr 2025

Last drop-in date at Lovell Park Hub this month

We at Leeds Autism AIM have set the last drop-in Autism Hub date at Lovell Park...

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14 Apr 2025

Last drop-in date at Lovell Park Hub this month

We at Leeds Autism AIM have set the last drop-in Autism Hub date at Lovell Park...

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10 Apr 2025

Supporting an autistic child

Autism comes with its challenges, this blog will help with mechanisms to...

Sense · More info
10 Apr 2025

How to support an autistic child

Autism comes with its challenges, this blog will help with mechanisms to...

Sense · More info
10 Apr 2025

Michael and Paris' Cycling Challenge resources

On Saturday 24th May, Paris and Michael are challenging themselves to cycle the...

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8 Apr 2025

Don't Lose Your Voice

Our voices, like our fingerprints, are all unique. As we get older we risk...

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7 Apr 2025

Drop-in Autism Hub sessions for April 2025

This month, we are running two drop-in Autism Hub sessions. They will be on...

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7 Apr 2025

Drop-in Autism Hub sessions for April 2025

This month, we are running two drop-in Autism Hub sessions. They will be on...

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4 Apr 2025

You’re Invited to the Denhale ARC Open Day

Date: Saturday, 2 August Time: 12:00pm – 4:00pm Location: Denhale ARC, Denhale...

Disability Sport Yorkshire · More info
3 Apr 2025

Autism information event at White Rose Centre: Help is available in Leeds

This month, a group of local charities are holding a free event for World...

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3 Apr 2025

Podcast - Episode 34

On this episode we are joined by Gillian Rogers. Gillian is the founder and CEO...

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3 Apr 2025

Music star wows on What To Do for World Autism Day

Community Integrated Care was delighted to welcome music artist, Jo Hill, to...

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2 Apr 2025

Teen celebrity pianist and patient led day of musical celebration at Leeds Children's Hospital

Lucy, 15, winner of Channel 4’s The Piano and a patient of Leeds...

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1 Apr 2025

Autism AIM’s 10th Anniversary event: Information for guests

This is a blog post with information for guests who are attending our 10th...

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31 Mar 2025

Follow us on Bluesky!

As you may know, we are leaving X/Twitter today. This means from Tuesday 1st...

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31 Mar 2025

Follow us on Bluesky!

As you may know, we are leaving X/Twitter today. This means from Tuesday 1st...

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25 Mar 2025

New venue for Autism Hub confirmed

We are delighted to announce that we have found a new venue for our Autism Hub...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
25 Mar 2025

Schedule confirmed for AIM’s 10th anniversary celebration event

The schedule for Autism AIM’s 10th anniversary celebration event has been...

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25 Mar 2025

Schedule confirmed for AIM’s 10th anniversary celebration event

The schedule for Autism AIM’s 10th anniversary celebration event has been...

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25 Mar 2025

Schedule confirmed for AIM’s 10th anniversary celebration event

The schedule for Autism AIM’s 10th anniversary celebration event has been...

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24 Mar 2025

Introducing 2025’s first Mindful Employer of the Quarter: Abraham Moon & Sons!

The Leeds Mindful Employer Network is excited to announce that the first winner...

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24 Mar 2025

Introducing 2025’s first Mindful Employer of the Quarter: Abraham Moon & Sons!

The Leeds Mindful Employer Network is excited to announce that the first winner...

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24 Mar 2025

Introducing 2025’s first Mindful Employer of the Quarter: Abraham Moon & Sons!

The Leeds Mindful Employer Network is excited to announce that the first winner...

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24 Mar 2025

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025

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24 Mar 2025

Statement: Proposed changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

As you may have seen or heard in the news, the Government have proposed making...

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24 Mar 2025

Statement: Proposed changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

As you may have seen or heard in the news, the Government have proposed making...

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21 Mar 2025

From volunteer to leader – celebrating Bradley as a finalist in the Learning Disability and Autism Leaders Awards 2025

National social care charity Making Space is incredibly proud that Bradley, a...

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18 Mar 2025

Neurodiversity Celebration Week – Spotlight on the Neurodiversity in the Workplace toolkit

At Touchstone, we want everyone to be able to thrive as their authentic selves...

Touchstone · More info
18 Mar 2025

Neurodiversity Celebration Week – Spotlight on the Neurodiversity in the Workplace toolkit

At Touchstone, we want everyone to be able to thrive as their authentic selves...

Touchstone · More info
17 Mar 2025

Neurodiversity Celebration Week – Mofe’s Story

In today's blog to celebrate Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we're hearing...

Thera North · More info
17 Mar 2025

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges...

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17 Mar 2025

Barriers to walking – Neurodiversity

More than just a walk Last month we started a series of blogs on access...

Move Mates · More info
14 Mar 2025

NCW 2025 - 06

How to Download the Image:  On a computer / laptop - right-click on the...

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14 Mar 2025

NCW 2025 - 05

How to Download the Image:  On a computer / laptop - right-click on the...

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14 Mar 2025

NCW 2025 - 04

How to Download the Image:  On a computer / laptop - right-click on the...

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14 Mar 2025

NCW 2025 - 02

How to Download the Image:  On a computer / laptop - right-click on the...

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14 Mar 2025

NCW 2025 - 03

How to Download the Image:  On a computer / laptop - right-click on the...

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14 Mar 2025

NCW 2025 - 01

How to Download the Image:  On a computer / laptop - right-click on the...

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7 Mar 2025

Drop-in Autism Hub sessions for March 2025

This month, we are running two drop-in Autism Hub sessions. They will be on...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
6 Mar 2025

Leaving X: A statement from The Advonet Group

On Monday 31st March 2025, we will stop using our accounts on X, formerly known...

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6 Mar 2025

Leaving X: A statement from The Advonet Group

On Monday 31st March 2025, we will stop using our accounts on X, formerly known...

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6 Mar 2025

Celebrating World Book Day

Today is World Book Day, a day to celebrate reading for fun.We love books at...

SNAPS · More info
4 Mar 2025

Hold a Fundraising Event

Leeds Autism Services have been helping autistic people to reach their true...

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4 Mar 2025

Easyfundraising

Did you know that you can support Leeds Autism Services every time you shop...

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4 Mar 2025

The Benefits of Counselling While Waiting for an ADHD Diagnosis

  For many individuals, the journey toward an ADHD diagnosis can be long,...

Phoenix Health and Wellbeing · More info
4 Mar 2025

Autism AIM to celebrate 10th AIMiversary at big event

This April, the whole of the Autism AIM service will be celebrating its’ 10th...

Leeds Autism AIM · More info
4 Mar 2025

Autism AIM to celebrate 10th AIMiversary at big event

This April, the whole of the Autism AIM service will be celebrating its’ 10th...

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28 Feb 2025

Support for Carers

Click on the pink text to open the links. Leeds Local Offer - Parent Support...

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26 Feb 2025

Leaving a Gift in Your Will

How to Leave a Gift in Your Will  Step-by-step guide  Choose who you...

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26 Feb 2025

More Ways to Support Us

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26 Feb 2025

How Your Donations Help

Your support could help us to: Continue providing specialist support to a...

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26 Feb 2025

Charity Collection Pots

Each year collection pots raise hundreds of pounds for our charity and are an...

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25 Feb 2025

Lovell Park Hub: Update – 25th February 2025

Following recent developments about the proposed date of the Lovell Park Hub’s...

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17 Feb 2025

AutistiCon 2025 - Sponsorship Packages Available

We are looking for commercial partners to help make a difference in Leeds by...

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16 Feb 2025

Barriers to walking – Alzheimer’s

More than just a walk The benefits of walking It’s well known and researched...

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14 Feb 2025

Valentine's Fundraising Giveaway

💘 Valentine’s Day Charity Prize Draw! 💘 😍Win beauty treatments, luxury...

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29 Jan 2025

Podcast - Episode 33

Leigh Staunton is Mindful Employer Project Co-ordinator at Leeds Mind Committee...

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28 Jan 2025

Yvonne – My Carer’s Story

Different is not less I didn’t have an easy start in life. I was the youngest...

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20 Jan 2025

Celebrating York Outreach – CQC Rating “Good”

We are proud to share that our York Outreach Team has achieved a CQC rating of...

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14 Jan 2025

GoodTech Ventures Celebrates Alumni Success in the 2025 Startups 100

GoodTech Ventures is celebrating the recognition of two alumni from its...

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9 Jan 2025

Podcast - Episode 32

Declan Jenkinson is Captain of Leeds Rhinos LDSL team, Disability Ambassador,...

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18 Dec 2024

“Since being with Barnardo’s, I've seen myself grow as a more confident person.” - Freya’s experience

“Since being with Barnardo’s, I've seen myself grow as a more confident...

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18 Dec 2024

“Since being with Barnardo’s, I've seen myself grow as a more confident person.” - Freya’s experience

“Since being with Barnardo’s, I've seen myself grow as a more confident...

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4 Dec 2024

Make a difference: Become our new Treasurer!

We are looking for someone to join our Board of Trustees as our new Treasurer....

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29 Nov 2024

First podcast is aired!

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28 Nov 2024

Our Christmas and New Year 2024-25 opening times

For the upcoming festive period, some of our services will be closed on certain...

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25 Nov 2024

How drumming with Sense has brought Autunm to life

It's amazing to see how drumming brings Autunm, who has autism and learning...

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21 Nov 2024

How we helped Ben to advocate for better accessibility in his school

How we helped Ben to advocate for better accessibility in his school...

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21 Nov 2024

How we helped Ben to advocate for better accessibility in his school

How we helped Ben to advocate for better accessibility in his school...

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15 Nov 2024

PIP Guides by Leeds Autism AIM

Autism AIM – Mental Health Equity Project have developed a series of...

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7 Nov 2024

“My mental health has improved loads…I don’t think I’ve been this happy since I was a little kid.”

“My mental health has improved loads…I don’t think I’ve been this happy since I...

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7 Nov 2024

“My mental health has improved loads…I don’t think I’ve been this happy since I was a little kid.”

“My mental health has improved loads…I don’t think I’ve been this happy since I...

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6 Nov 2024

Afrikindness Becomes CPD-Accredited Training Organisation, Leading the Way in Inclusive Training for Parents, Schools, and Communities

Afrikindness Becomes CPD-Accredited Training Organisation < Back to News and...

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1 Nov 2024

Autism AIM celebrates 10th anniversary

Our Autism AIM service, which includes Leeds Autism AIM, the Autism AIM –...

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29 Oct 2024

Supreme Sandwiches

Humans have been eating sandwiches in their many forms for many years. The...

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28 Oct 2024

No Trick or Treaters

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25 Oct 2024

Care bags for patients with learning disabilities & autism recognised nationally for success

YouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKsNnYcpn1Y A charity funded...

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18 Oct 2024

Shop Terms and Conditions

Refunds We hope you will be delighted with every purchase, but if not, we will...

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14 Oct 2024

Help raise funds every time you shop!

Please follow this link:...

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10 Oct 2024

Podcast - Episode 31

Jack is autistic, and works as an Internal Recruitment Officer at Redmayne...

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10 Oct 2024

Podcast - Episode 30

In this episode we are joined by Matt Wheeler, who is the co-creator and...

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24 Sep 2024

Podcast - Episode 29

In this episode we are joined by Carrie Holroyd. Carrie gives us her own...

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20 Sep 2024

New Charity Trustees Wanted

We are looking for new trustees... can you help?  Here at Leeds Autism...

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19 Sep 2024

Podcast - Episode 28

In this episode Craig is joined by Laura Hellfeld. Laura is a late-identified...

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19 Sep 2024

Podcast - Episode 27

In this episode Craig is joined by Susan Morrell, CEO of Leeds CIL (Leeds...

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12 Sep 2024

Hear Our LGBTQ+ Story Screening Event

Storytellers from the learning disability and neurodivergent LGBTQ+ communities...

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20 Aug 2024

The Great Yorkshire Fundraising Walk resources

About the Walk The Great Yorkshire Walk was the idea of one of our members,...

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11 Aug 2024

LS12 Creative: Sensory Youth Theatre

We grateful to the following project funders: LS12 Creative: Sensory Youth...

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26 Jul 2024

Podcast - Episode 26

In this episode Craig is joined by Andy Bampton, from Andy's Man Club. ...

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24 Jul 2024

Podcast - Episode 25

In this episode Craig is joined by Kate Dean from Enable Disability Inclusion...

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10 Jul 2024

Our History

In 1988 the Ernest and Margurite Bennett founded Leeds Christian Homes for...

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4 Jul 2024

Help Us To Create Brighter Futures

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2 Jul 2024

Podcast - Episode 24

In this episode Craig is joined by Susan McDonagh, parent of Joseph, and member...

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2 Jul 2024

Leeds Autism Services Podcast

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2 Jul 2024

Award Winning Team!

We are thrilled to announce that Leeds Autism Services has been selected as...

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27 Jun 2024

Our New Website is Launched

We are thrilled to announce that Autism Arena, a new website dedicated to...

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14 May 2024

Sweet Dreams Are Made of Cheese

Many people enjoy eating cheese be it a bit of Brie, some Cheddar on a slice of...

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25 Apr 2024

Podcast - Episode 23

Dr. Christopher Banham is an autistic educator who worked as a teacher for over...

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20 Apr 2024

AutistiCon Appeal

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15 Apr 2024

Podcast - Episode 22

In this episode Craig is joined by Phil Chan, the Neurodiversity Commissioning...

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27 Mar 2024

Podcast - Episode 21

In this episode we are joined by one of our amazing volunteers, Babs, who talks...

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19 Mar 2024

Hamara expands HALO service

The Hamara Healthy Living Centre has been supporting adults with learning...

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13 Mar 2024

Podcast - Episode 20

In this episode Craig is joined by Emily Elsworth who shares her journey...

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11 Mar 2024

Help for Professionals

Leeds Autism Services We can help and provide advice for professionals working...

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11 Mar 2024

Information about autism

Click on the bold pink text to open the links.   Leeds Autism...

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5 Mar 2024

Podcast - Episode 19

In this episode Craig is joined by Dominique Burley and Shaun Webster from...

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5 Mar 2024

Podcast - Episode 18

In this episode Craig is joined by Evie Shore. Evie is studying Psychology at...

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22 Feb 2024

Podcast - Episode 17

In this Episode I am joined by Sarah Wheatley, a Trainer / Consultant at...

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6 Feb 2024

Flavourful Fungi

Mushrooms are often overlooked when people are trying to plan a healthy diet,...

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30 Jan 2024

Contact Us

If you want to make an enquiry, you can contact our friendly team using the...

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30 Jan 2024

Our Services

We have a range of services available to help with our mission to create a more...

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26 Jan 2024

The AutistiCon Event Appeal resources

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24 Jan 2024

Housing

Click the pink text to open the links.  Council services Leeds City...

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24 Jan 2024

Autism Training

Click on the pink text to open links.  Leeds Autism Services  We want...

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23 Jan 2024

Care and Support Providers (Adults)

Click on the pink text to open links.  Leeds Autism Services  Leeds...

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23 Jan 2024

Hospital and Healthcare

Click the pink text to open the links. Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust - The...

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23 Jan 2024

Employment

Click on the pink text to open the links.  Reed in Partnership Reed in...

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23 Jan 2024

Public Events

Click on the pink text to open the links.  AutistiCon AutistiCon is a FREE...

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23 Jan 2024

Mental Health

Click on the pink text to open the links.  Leeds Mind  Leeds Mind...

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23 Jan 2024

Grains Galore

Grains are the small dry seeds of cereal plants. These include everyday staples...

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22 Jan 2024

Campaigns

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16 Jan 2024

Podcast - Episode 16

In this episode Craig talks to Reece Cartwright, an autistic professional...

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9 Jan 2024

Taste On the Plate Not Waste

After making a meal you may have small amounts of food leftover. Finding a...

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3 Jan 2024

Podcast - Episode 15

In this episode Craig is joined by Kye Whitehouse. Kye is the Guest Operations...

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8 Dec 2023

Orange Travel Wallet Scheme

The Orange Travel Wallet scheme, is a recently launched initiative to help...

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21 Nov 2023

AutistiCon 2024 Public Survey

AutistiCon 2024: Save The Date  AutistiCon, an annual autism information...

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14 Nov 2023

Award Winners!

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31 Oct 2023

One Pot Stop

Achieving a healthy, balanced, nutritional diet can often be difficult. A good...

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30 Oct 2023

Podcast - Episode 14

In our latest episode, Craig is in conversation with autistic solicitor, CEO of...

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13 Oct 2023

Podcast - Episode 13

In this episode Craig is joined by Chris Baird, Director of Social-Ability, to...

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6 Oct 2023

Podcast

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11 Sep 2023

Podcast - Episode 12

In the latest episode, Craig talks to Matt Bellbrough, Community Partner at...

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24 Aug 2023

Podcast - Episode 11

In our latest Podcast Craig talks to David Newell, Training and Development...

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24 Aug 2023

Podcast - Episode 10

In this episode Craig talks to Iain Roberts, Keyworker from Reed in...

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24 Aug 2023

Podcast - Episode 9

Craig talks to autistic mum of three, and founder of NuNu (Neuro Universal...

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24 Aug 2023

Podcast - Episode 8

In the latest episode, Craig speaks to Autism and Learning Disability Digital...

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24 Aug 2023

Podcast - Episode 7

Craig talks to Conor Davidson, Consultant Psychiatrist and Clinical Lead for...

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24 Aug 2023

Podcast - Episode 5

Craig talks to Deputy Manager, Megan, about climbing the career ladder, care...

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24 Aug 2023

Podcast - Episode 4

In this episode Craig talks to Jason about what it's like to be a Support...

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24 Aug 2023

Podcast - Episode 3

In our latest episode Craig talks to Registered Manager, Bethan, about job...

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24 Aug 2023

Podcast - Episode 2

In our Christmas episode, Craig speaks to our Senior HR Officer, Brooke, and...

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24 Aug 2023

Podcast - Episode 1

In out first podcast, Craig has a chat with Pete, our Chief Executive Officer,...

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8 Aug 2023

Charity funded iPads support children with Cystic Fibrosis

The coronavirus outbreak has heightened the risk babies and children with...

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3 Aug 2023

Step 3 - Assessment Session

Following the phone call, you may then be invited to interview at one of our...

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3 Aug 2023

About us

Leeds Autism Services are a charity dedicated to helping to create a more...

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3 Aug 2023

Step 4 - Pre-employment Checks

If you've been successful up to this point, we'll make a conditional offer....

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3 Aug 2023

Step 2 - Initial Phone Call

If you’re shortlisted, one of our HR team will give you a call to have a...

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3 Aug 2023

Step 1 - Application

To apply for a job, you will need to send us your CV or fill in an application...

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2 Aug 2023

Anfield Abseil - Challenge complete!

They've done it!  Our resident Liverpool fans, Michael and Craig,...

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28 Jun 2023

Give Us Your Feedback

We're always trying to make improvements here at Leeds Autism Services. ...

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28 Jun 2023

Charity funding provides care packs for patients with learning disabilities

Thanks to your donations, we've been able to help the Learning Disabilities and...

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20 Jun 2023

Michael and Craig's Anfield Abseil Challenge

Michael and Craig are both, unfortunately, long suffering Liverpool fans. They...

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20 Jun 2023

Leeds Bus Driver's Strike - Accessible Information

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24 May 2023

Make Thyme and Spice in Your Life

We have all the heard the adage ‘spice of life’ but some natural...

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3 May 2023

Meet the Team

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26 Apr 2023

Award Winners!

Leeds Autism Services are proud to announce that we have been chosen as winners...

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12 Apr 2023

National Emergency Alert Test (23 April): Supporting People with LL and Autism

National Emergency Alert Test (23 April): Supporting People with LD and Autism...

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12 Apr 2023

AutistiCon 2023 – A Leeds Autism Event

Later this year, a big autism information event will be held in Leeds....

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4 Apr 2023

Wet and Wondrous Water

They say water is the element of life, and with the human body being made of...

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23 Mar 2023

Autism Acceptance Week 2023 - Poster Campaign

You can download all our posters in a zipped file by pressing the button...

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23 Feb 2023

Danielle Furness - Partnership & Development Officer

I joined the company over 5 years ago to become the Partnership and Development...

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23 Feb 2023

Brooke Asquith - Senior HR Officer

As the Senior HR Officer, I manage both the HR & Training team, providing...

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16 Feb 2023

Leeds Country Way Walking Challenge resources

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3 Feb 2023

Support Worker (Skills Mentor) – Autism First Shipley

Closing Date: Rolling Recruitment

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3 Feb 2023

Support Worker (Skills Mentor) – Leeds/Bradford

Closing Date: Rolling Recruitment

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17 Jan 2023

Autism event for Leeds in 2023: Share your thoughts

Later this year, a handful of organisations working with autistic people in...

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17 Jan 2023

Be Clued Up on Your Booze

We can all enjoy the odd alcoholic drink to help us relax, or as part of a...

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18 Nov 2022

Beyond Words - Having a Vaccine for Coronavirus

Beyond Words are a UK based charity and produce fantastic picture...

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18 Nov 2022

Face Covering Exemptions For Autistic Individuals

The exemption of wearing a face covering for people with autism is causing...

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18 Nov 2022

Beyond Words

Beyond Words are a UK based charity and produce fantastic picture...

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18 Nov 2022

Leeds Autism AIM Toolkit

Leeds Autism AIM have produced a series of tools to help autistic adults in...

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18 Nov 2022

Access to Urgent and Crisis Care for Autistic People Survey

The West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership (WYHHCP) have...

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18 Nov 2022

National Autistic Society

This unprecedented period of change and disruption has been very difficult for...

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18 Nov 2022

Healthcare

During the corona virus outbreak, doctor's surgery's and hospitals have been...

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18 Nov 2022

Covid-19 in Leeds - keeping the numbers down

Covid-19 cases are on the rise in Leeds, which could lead to a rise in the...

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18 Nov 2022

Covid-19: Latest Travel Advice

Updated: 26th May 2021 Since we posted this page on 25th May, the government...

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18 Nov 2022

I'm autistic: When can I get my Covid vaccination?

Priority for vaccination If you are autistic, but do not have a ‘severe...

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18 Nov 2022

Covid-19 New Rules (12 April 2021)

The Covid-19 lockdown restrictions in England will begin to ease from Monday,...

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18 Nov 2022

Roving Vaccination Bus (Updated 13-04-2021)

There is a roving Covid vaccination bus that will be working its way around the...

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18 Nov 2022

New rules 29th March easy-read

The Covid-19 lockdown rules are being eased from 29th March. This means that...

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18 Nov 2022

Covid-19 Vaccine: now available to unpaid carers

Unpaid carers are now being invited to receive their first COVID-19...

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18 Nov 2022

The Road Out of Lockdown - Easy Read Information

Following the Prime Minister's announcement about the government's roadmap to...

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18 Nov 2022

Getting help with the Covid-19 vaccination

People with learning disabilities are starting to be invited to make an...

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18 Nov 2022

Vaccination Questions Answered

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust have released a new video where...

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18 Nov 2022

Vaccine information video for autistic people and people with learning disabilities

Vaccine Information Video NHS England have produced a video aimed at autistic...

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18 Nov 2022

An easy-read guide to your Covid-19 vaccination

An easy-read guide to your Covid-19 vaccination NHS and Public Health England...

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18 Nov 2022

Christmas Bubble Guidance

In Leeds (Tier 3) you will still be able to form a Christmas bubble with...

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18 Nov 2022

Tier 3 Local Lockdown Rules

The government has announced that Leeds will be placed in Tier 3 local lockdown...

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18 Nov 2022

Lockdown Rules Easy Read

The Government has announced that West Yorkshire will go into lockdown with the...

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18 Nov 2022

Three-Tier System Explained

On Monday 13th October 2020 the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson announced a...

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18 Nov 2022

Staying Safe During Covid-19

We have created an easy read guide to provide advice on how people can keep...

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18 Nov 2022

Testing for Coronavirus Easy-Read

The Health Facilitation Team at Leeds & York Partnership NHS Foundation...

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18 Nov 2022

Help With Social Distancing

If you have difficulties with Social Distancing then the government have...

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18 Nov 2022

Face Coverings in Shops

It has been announced that from Friday, 24th July face coverings must be worn...

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18 Nov 2022

LAS Strategy For The Future

LAS are committed to continue supporting people through the Covid-19 outbreak....

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18 Nov 2022

Covid-19 Risk Assessments

Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, LAS has remained committed to protecting the...

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18 Nov 2022

Covid-19 Direct Payments Guidance

Some people get money from the NHS or their local social care...

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18 Nov 2022

Shielding in Leeds

Over 45,000 people in Leeds have been advised to shield since the start of the...

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18 Nov 2022

Mental Health Support

The Covid-19 pandemic is having a huge effect on our mental...

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18 Nov 2022

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Survey

Can you help increase understanding of the impact of coronavirus and the...

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18 Nov 2022

#TogetherLeeds Newsletters

#TogetherLeeds is a weekly community bulletin from Healthwatch...

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18 Nov 2022

Dealing With Bereavement and Grief

During the global coronavirus pandemic, we are facing a tragic loss of life,...

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11 Oct 2022

Managing Your Mood With Food

Mind, the Mental Health Charity have provided this video to help you explore...

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11 Oct 2022

Super Rainbow Smoothies

Have a smoothie a day from our rainbow smoothie menu. Smoothies have a wide...

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11 Oct 2022

Benefits, Welfare and Finance

Click the pink text to open the links.  Government Benefits Disability...

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11 Oct 2022

Help with Health

If you think it's an emergency: call 999 find your nearest A&E If you...

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11 Oct 2022

Help for Carers

Click on the pink text to open the links.  Carers Leeds  Carers Leeds...

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11 Oct 2022

Mental Health Help

Useful Numbers Samaritans - 08457 90 90 90 Confidential and non-judgmental...

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11 Oct 2022

Autism Help (Children)

Leeds ABC  Leeds and District ABC Support Group is a regional...

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11 Oct 2022

Autism Help (Adults)

Leeds Autism Services  Leeds Autism Services are a charity dedicated to...

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11 Oct 2022

Home Cooking for Better Health

Most of us enjoy a takeaway as a treat sometimes, but overdoing it can be bad...

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11 Oct 2022

Amazing Apples

Apples are great healthy snack when you are hungry. They are cheap, plentiful...

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11 Oct 2022

The Benefits of Seasonal Vegetables

The UK has loads of homegrown goodness to offer, and the changing seasons can...

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11 Oct 2022

Have an Autism Friendly Christmas

Many people can have anxieties around the festive period, especially autistic...

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11 Oct 2022

Wonderful Warm Drinks

Drinking enough water each day is really important for lots...

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11 Oct 2022

Wok to Wellness

Most of us enjoy a tasty Chinese meal, so why not make your own at home? A...

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11 Oct 2022

Autism Acceptance Week 2022 resources

World Autism Acceptance Week aims to draw attention to the 700,000+ autistic...

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11 Oct 2022

Gut Busting Grub

We might not think about it often, but our gut health is very important. We...

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11 Oct 2022

Rice Up Your Life

Rice is the staple food for more than half the world's population, being the...

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25 Apr 2022

Fundraising ideas

See how you can make a BIG difference to the lives of autistic adults by...

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14 Mar 2022

Bethan Coffey - Grape Street Team Manager

I have worked for Leeds Autism Services for the last 3 years in various roles...

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14 Mar 2022

Megan Harvey - Grape Street Deputy Team Manager

I have worked at LAS for over 4 years now, in various roles across the VACS...

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8 Mar 2022

Al Mayes- Health & Safety Officer

I am now the Health & Safety Officer after completing the Deputy Manager...

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8 Mar 2022

Leila Barr - VACS Schedule Coordinator

I'm the VACS Schedule Coordinator for both Mabgate and Grape Street. I've been...

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28 Jan 2022

Charity Dog Walk - Register and Donate resources

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29 Nov 2021

What is the Omicron variant?

The news has been full of talk about the new Covid-19 variant, called...

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2 Nov 2021

Step 5 - Unconditional Offer

After successfully completing the recruitment process, you will receive your...

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3 Oct 2021

Covid-19 Advice and Resources

It has been an unusual couple of years for us all. Covid-19, also known as...

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3 Oct 2021

Support for Autistic Adults during Covid 19

NAS - The National Autistic Society have published new webpages which contain...

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3 Oct 2021

Autism Info Booklet

Our Autism Info Booklet explains what autism is, the history of the condition...

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3 Oct 2021

LAS Information Pack

Find out about who we are, the specialist services we provide and how to get a...

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24 Sep 2021

Autism Positivity Social Media Campaign

We want to use social media to promote understanding, acceptance and positive...

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25 Aug 2021

Charity of The Year - Go Ape!

Earlier this year, the team at Go Ape Temple Newsam chose Leeds Autism Services...

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22 Jul 2021

Advice, Signposting and Family Support (Children)

Click on the pink text to open the links.  Leeds ABC  Leeds and...

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8 Jul 2021

About Autism

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8 Jul 2021

Help for Employers / Reasonable Adjustments

Click on the pink text to open links.  Leeds Autism Services  If you...

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8 Jul 2021

Advice, Signposting and Family Support (Adults)

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8 Jul 2021

Autism Diagnosis

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8 Jul 2021

History of Autism

People tend to think of autism as being a modern phenomenon because it has...

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7 Jul 2021

How can we be more positive about autism?

Although it is important to acknowledge the difficulties faced by many autistic...

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7 Jul 2021

How is autism diagnosed?

The signs of autism can be different depending on the person and how old they...

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2 Jun 2021

Communication Resources

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2 Jun 2021

Adult Social Care

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21 May 2021

Covid-19 New Rules - 17th May 2021

The Covid-19 lockdown rules are being eased again from 17th May. This means...

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4 May 2021

How are autistic people affected?

Some people with autism are able to live fulfilling and independent lives with...

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4 May 2021

Autism myths & facts

Facts and myths about autism Autism affects more than 1 in 100 people...

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4 May 2021

How can we better support autistic people?

Autistic people are a very diverse group, and their autism can affect each...

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4 May 2021

How should we be talking about autism?

Many people who have been diagnosed with autism prefer using the term...

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4 May 2021

How can you tell if someone is autistic?

Autism is a 'hidden disability' and there is no way of telling whether someone...

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4 May 2021

Who can autism affect?

Autism can affect anyone, regardless of their background, race, sex, gender or...

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4 May 2021

Can autism be cured?

Autism is not a disease or an illness, so there is no cure. Some organisations...

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4 May 2021

What causes autism?

Autism is caused by differences in how our brains are 'wired', but there seem...

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30 Apr 2021

What is autism?

Autism is a variation in how the brain is structured which is characterised by...

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30 Apr 2021

Why do people talk about the 'autistic spectrum'?

The phrase ‘the autistic spectrum’ was originally coined to...

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15 Dec 2020

IAM Partners with NABD

A guide to help IAM RoadSmart volunteer observers adapt their driving and...

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13 Jun 2020

Support for Staff and Carers

Care Workforce App A new dedicated app for the adult social care workforce in...

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27 May 2020

Katie Turner - Care Operations Manager

I’ve worked at LAS since December 2017 and wouldn’t change my job...

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27 May 2020

Vicky Dunne - Training Manager

I have worked at Leeds Autism Services since 2013 and started as a support...

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18 May 2020

Keeping Neurodivergent People Connected

The Keeping People Connected Service is for people with neurodiverse conditions...

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15 May 2020

Terms and Conditions

The Legal Bit Welcome to our website. If you continue to browse and use this...

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15 May 2020

Privacy Policy

Your personal data – what is it? Personal data relates to a living...

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14 May 2020

Tracie Jordan - Chief Financial Officer

I have been a member of the Senior Management team since I started working for...

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14 May 2020

Pete Hughes - CEO

I'm responsible for overseeing Leeds Autism Services day-to-day operations and...

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12 May 2020

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12 Mar 2020

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12 Mar 2020

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12 Mar 2020

Cookie Policy

Use of Cookies Our website uses cookies to distinguish you from other users of...

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5 Mar 2020

Join the team

Leeds Autism Services are recruiting for support workers who can help...

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4 Mar 2020

The Other Person – IPad Donations

iPad Donations The Other Person A big thank you to Rob at The Other Person who...

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4 Mar 2020

Keepmoat Homes – New Café Project

Café Project Keepmoat Homes Our Community Café project has had a significant...

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28 Feb 2020

Iain Cant - Chair of the Board of Trustees

I have been a trustee and director of the company since 2003 and was appointed...

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18 Feb 2020

Disability Confident Event

Disability Confident Leader Specialist Autism Services is the first...

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6 Feb 2020

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29 Nov 2018

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28 Nov 2018

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15 Nov 2018

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22 Sep 2018

Social Communication using Intensive Interaction

These sessions are aimed at supporting children and adults to develop the...

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14 Aug 2018

Accessibility

We are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest...

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4 May 2017

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14 Sep 2016

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1 Sep 2016

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1 Sep 2016

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1 Sep 2016

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31 Aug 2016

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31 Aug 2016

Our history

Who set up the organisation and WHY?  What are the major milestones /...

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11 Aug 2015

Lord Mayor of Leeds chosen charity 2015-2016

Sacar has the great honour of being the chosen charity of this year’s Lord...

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