As World Autism Awareness Week (30 March-5 April) has fallen within these difficult times, the National Autism Society has provided some information and resources to support autistic people and their families during the current phase of the Covid-19 crisis.
From the NAS website: 'This unprecedented period of change and disruption is very difficult for many autistic people and families. We have created some tips that we hope will help you. Remember it’s not forever and there are lots of things you can do that may make things easier. We have created some handy tips to help you during this time of uncertainty'.
You can follow this link (https://www.autism.org.uk/services/helplines/coronavirus/resources/tips.aspx) to a couple of accessible and downloadable 'Tips for autistic people and families'.
Other useful information is also available on the other pages of the NAS website, including a link to 'The Community' page (at: https://community.autism.org.uk/) which is a 'discussion forum for autistic people, their families and other wider network. It allows you to meet online and share your thoughts and experiences. It’s free to join and a great way to share support'.
Finally, there is information on how to contact the NAS 'Autism Helpline' and their 'Supporter Care team' at: https://www.autism.org.uk/services/helplines/main.aspx (however, in order to 'support the health and well-being' of their staff and volunteers, both these services are currently only responding to enquiries using email and webforms).
Please keep well, and please keep yourself and others safe!
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