|
Autism Helpline Number: 0808 800 4104
Last updated: 25/08/2011 13:13:43

Listing of branches in this area


This is a database feed from the

Autism Services Directory , updated every 24 hours.

Our branches provide a local hub where parents, carers and people with autism can get help, access services, support each other and meet other people and families in similar situations.

All our local branches are run by volunteers: please be aware that it may not be possible for your call to be answered straight away.

  • NAS Cambridge Branch
    Contact Address
    Samantha-Jane Sizer, Branch Officer, tel: 07920 150407, email: cambridge@nas.org.uk

    www.cambridge-autism.org.uk

    Description
    Formerly known as Umbrella Autism.

  • NAS Hertfordshire Branch - harc
    Contact Address
    Laurence Griffin, Branch Officer, PO Box 450, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 1EU, tel: 07836 667394, email: support@harc-online.org.uk

    www.harc-online.org.uk

    Description
    harc is a parent/carer led organisation with a large number of member families. harc aims to provide information, support and activities, including: a helpline staffed by volunteers; a newsletter of information and reports with a local focus; support group meetings with invited speakers; a library of books, videos and DVDs; occasional courses for parents/carers and young people with ASD. harc works alongside a number of organisations in Hertfordshire to provide support, including: a support group (C4A) for parents, partners and carers of adults with Asperger syndrome and high functioning autism (in partnership with Carers in Hertfordshire); member of a Consortium of groups in Hertfordshire supporting children and their families; a social group for adults with Asperger syndrome and high functioning autism (in partnership wirh the Community Learning Disability Team and the Youth Service).

  • NAS Lowestoft & North Suffolk Branch
    Contact Address
    Jayne Page, Branch Officer, Lowestoft NR32, tel: 07798 882583, email: lowestoftnorthsuffolk@nas.org.uk

    www.autism.org.uk

  • NAS Peterborough & District Branch
    Contact Address
    Jackie Luland, Branch Officer, tel: 07881 843536 or 01733 577366, email: peterborough@nas.org.uk

    www.nas-peterborough.org.uk

    Description
    The Branch's aim is to increase support for parents, carers, people on the Autism Spectrum and professionals in the Peterborough and District area. The Branch offers a range of activities including: self-help support groups, information and advice, telephone support, fundraising activities for existing or future projects, workshops and seminars, and the private hire of venues for example Activity World in Peterborough for the whole family (including siblings).

  • NAS West Norfolk Branch
    Contact Address
    Rachel Meerwald, Branch Officer, tel: 07717 271702, email: westnorfolk@nas.org.uk

    www.westnorfolknas.org.uk

    Description
    Run by parents of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, NAS West Norfolk Branch offers information, advice and support. It provides a monthly support group which has regular guest speakers and gives families an opportunity to socialise, coffee mornings, parent packs with useful local information, a library of ASD-related books and videos, a Holiday Gym Club for children aged 3-13 years, occasional music therapy sessions and regular soft play sessions.

  • NAS West Suffolk Branch
    Contact Address
    Jo Hyndman, Branch Officer, tel: 07795 238778, email: westsuffolk@nas.org.uk

    www.wsnas.co.uk

    Description
    Offers support and activities for families affected by an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We offer a Youth Group (age 10+), Computer Gaming Evenings, an adult and carer group, a LEGO Club (by application), a drop-in cafe in Sudbury, autism friendly cinema Screenings, an autism friendly christmas party, family picnics and other one-off events. Please contact us for more information.

No branch in your area?

If we don't have a branch in your area, you can search below for other local support groups. Or why not start your own NAS branch?

Find local services