Our next drop-in #Autism Hub session is next Tuesday from 4pm-7pm. We will have someone coming in from @healthwatchleeds.bsky.social to get your feedback on using the NHS app, as well as hot food and drinks. Read more about the Hub at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/11/06/d...

We have a free guide to #Winter Wellbeing! It talks about the colder months and their impact on mental health for #ActuallyAutistic adults and has some tips for staying warm and well. To see it, please go to leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/11/18/f...

The Leeds #Autism Reference Group is next month! They're discussing meltdowns, shutdowns and autistic burnout, asking how services working with #ActuallyAutistic adults can help. It's on Wednesday 3rd December from 4:30-6pm on Teams and free to join. More info: leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/11/20/a...

Earlier this year, we worked with an independent evaluator to review our services funded by a @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk grant. It looked at our old mentoring service, #autistic-led peer groups and one-to-one #PeerSupport.

The @healthwatchleeds.bsky.social team are asking people in #Leeds to share their experience of the NHS app and say how it can improve. They have an online survey where you can give your feedback on the app. To take it, please scan the QR code in the poster or visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/NHSAppO

We have a page on our website with a timetable of #Autism Hub dates, when our #PeerSupport groups are happening and info on any events our team are attending. To see it, please visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/news/our-tim...

For #SelfCareWeek, we're sharing our self-care resources made by and for #ActuallyAutistic adults. One is a strategy guide to autism and self-care; the other is a self-care plan with useful tips on maintaining wellbeing. To download them for free, please visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/11/14/o...

Over the next month or so, we will publis free info guides and resources on support at #Christmas for #ActuallyAutistic adults in #Leeds. They will have info on services like public transport and food aid. To see them all in one place, scan the QR code or visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/category/chr...

In a short video for #AAW25, Peer Development Worker Lawrence talks about what our #Autism and Suicide Prevention Project (ASPP) does and how it can help clients to access support. Please visit this link to watch the video: www.youtube.com/shorts/keR8k...

How can our Health Complaints #Advocacy team help you? In a blog post, they explain what they can and cannot do, as well as how their resources can help with #SelfAdvocacy when starting a complaint. To read it, please visit advonet.org.uk/2025/10/12/h...

Last month, we wrote a blog post on how our #ActuallyAutistic-led Peer Support Groups stand alongside members. We talked about the role of group facilitators and how members support each other. To read the blog post, please visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/10/15/h...

To help prepare for #Christmas and #NewYear, we have put together a three-week planner covering important dates! It has space for writing plans and says which days are and are not Bank Holidays. If you want a free copy, please visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/11/11/2...

At tomorrow's #Autism Hub in #Leeds, we will have a menu including pasta bake with garlic bread and salad. There will also be squash, tea, coffee and biscuits.

On Tuesday morning, there is a consultation on how changes to Fearnville Leisure Centre in #Leeds can make it more accessible for #neurodivergent people. If you would like to join, please email Phil at [email protected]. More about the redevelopment is here: news.leeds.gov.uk/news/approva...

Our next Drop-In #Autism Hub is on Tuesday from 4pm-7pm at the Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown. It is for #ActuallyAutistic adults living in #Leeds and free to attend. Find out what the Hub's about, what we offer there and how to make a referral to us at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/11/06/d...

In three weeks' time, we will be at @forumcentral.bsky.social 's #TheSelfCareExchange2025! It is from 11am-3pm at Kirkgate Market and will have information on digital and face-to-face health and wellbeing services. The event is free to attend and will also have a confidential sexual health drop-in.

Would you like to join our team? If so, we have a #JobVacancy for a new Coordinator! The role involves meeting clients, planning #Autism Hubs and signposting for #ActuallyAutistic adults in Leeds, Bradford and Craven. More info is at advonet.org.uk/2025/10/29/j... #LeedsJobs #CharityJobs

There are free strategy guides made by and for #ActuallyAutistic adults on our website! They cover a range of areas, including #employment, health and communication. To see them all, please go to leedsautismaim.org.uk/resources/se...

Our latest monthly newsletter is out now! Inside November's edition, there are updates on #volunteering opportunities with us, our Coordinator job vacancy, content we made for #AAW25 and a report from #AutistiCon. Read all that and more at mailchi.mp/e053bd9bc1f4...

If you're #ActuallyAutistic and struggle to cope with #fireworks, @autisticsociety.bsky.social have a guide about firework displays and #BonfireNight. It includes tips on both blocking out noise and staying safe. To see it, please visit www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-g...

Our latest monthly newsletter is out now! Inside, we have information on our next Mental Health #PeerSupport group, our up-to-date Winter Wellbeing guide and some content we made for #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek! Read all that and more at mailchi.mp/eec0dc2c314a...

Our #ActuallyAutistic-led Groups timetable for this month is out now! All our groups are run by and for autistic adults in #Leeds and free to join. Find out more about them at leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services...

There are a couple of #JobVacancies in our #LearningDisability and @leedsautismaim.bsky.social and @bradfordautismaim.bsky.social teams! Visit tinyurl.com/advonetjobs or scan the QR code in the reel to find out more #HiringNow #LeedsJobs #CharityJobs

If you went to #AutistiCon in Leeds earlier this month, we'd love to hear from you! There is a short feedback survey where you can share your thoughts on why you attended and if you thought AutistiCon and the venue were accessible. To take it, please visit forms.office.com/e/QcrfJdqNGp

The November timetable for our Community #Advocacy Hubs in #Leeds is out now! The Hubs are in Seacroft, Chapeltown, Armley and Beeston. More details about what our Community Advocacy service can do for you at the Hubs are here: advonet.org.uk/services/com...

We did it 🎉 Thank you to everyone who has signed and shared the petition so far. The government will now provide a response to the petition. The new goal is now 100,000 for it to be considered for debate in parliament. Please keep sharing. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73...

As well as our guides to Personal Independence Payment #PIP, we also have free guides on a range of #autism and #MentalHealth topics! They include meltdowns and shutdowns, parenting, sensory needs and boundaries! To see them all in one place, please go to leedsautismaim.org.uk/our-services...

An opportunity to work with our team!

There is a new resource that can help #ActuallyAutistic adults to access health services. @autcommstool.bsky.social can support with communicating needs to healthcare professionals. More information about A.C.T. is on their website at www.autisticcommunicationtool.com

We have new #Volunteering opportunities! Later this autumn, we will be offering free training for anyone who wants to be an #Autism Mentor or Peer Support Volunteer. Read more about what the roles and training involve and how to sign up at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/10/07/p... #VolunteerLeeds

We are #HiringNow for a Support Worker in our #LearningDisability Day Opportunities service! It's a part-time job involving supporting our members in groups and activities. More information on this #JobVacancy is available at advonet.org.uk/2025/10/27/j... #LeedsJobs #YorkshireJobs #CharityJobs

At our next Drop-In #Autism Hub in Leeds, we are serving hot soup and a few snacks to visitors, including some vegan and gluten-free options. It is open tomorrow from 4pm-7pm at the Community Wellbeing Hub in Chapeltown.

We’re deeply concerned by the recent rise in racially motivated protests and attacks targeting charities. These acts have no place in our society.

Our next Drop-In #Autism Hub is on Tuesday from 4pm-7pm. It is for #ActuallyAutistic adults living in Leeds who get little or no funded support and is free to attend. Find out what happens at the Hub and how to get there at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/10/13/d...

In case you missed the news, our contract to provide #advocacy in #Leeds has been renewed! We will continue to help people in our area get their voice heard and rights upheld. Read more about this at advonet.org.uk/2025/10/15/a...

As part of Leeds International Concert Season, there is a relaxed performance of ambient music from two classical musicians. It's on Wednesday 29th October from 1:05pm at Leeds Conservatoire. More details are here: www.leedsconcertseason.co.uk/whats-on/rel...

At events, meetings and in documents, we've heard a lot of people discuss #neurodiversity and neurodivergence. In a blog post from the AIM, we talk about the importance of using the right words and what we and the wider Advonet Group mean by neurodivergence.

Alongside our guide on how to raise a health complaint, we also have resources that can help you to #SelfAdvocate. They include an initial complaint letter template and Local Resolution Meeting Planner. Find them all at advonet.org.uk/resources/he... #HealthComplaints #advocacy

It's been just over a week since #AutistiCon 2025 took place, but a new video has dropped from last year! Hear from some of the people involved in running it, including our Information Officer Luke here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCdE...

Next month, we will be at @forumcentral.bsky.social's #SelfCare Exchange! It will have information on local in-person and digital support around health and wellbeing. The event is free to attend, taking place on Friday 28th November from 11am-3pm at Kirkgate Market.

Our Monthly Timetable page lets you know when our #autism Hubs are on, as well as dates and times for our #PeerSupport groups and any other events happening that might be of interest. To see it, please visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/news/our-tim...

A big shout of thanks to @leedsautismaim.bsky.social for their excellent PIP guides: I'm finding the How Your Disability Affects You one particularly useful. It's so helpful to have some clarity on which challenges to highlight. leedsautismaim.org.uk/wp-content/u...

Our contract to provide independent #advocacy in #Leeds has been renewed until 2028! Read more about this in our latest news post at advonet.org.uk/2025/10/15/a...#advocacy#Leeds#AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks

Our Asking You! team seek #volunteer Citizen Advocates to help a person with #LearningDisabilities to be heard and get their rights upheld. The role includes free training and can make a real difference. If you'd like to be a Citizen Advocate, email [email protected] #AdvocacyWorks #AAW25

If you would like to work for a leading #advocacy charity, we have a Jobs mailing list! We will send on all our latest #JobVacancies straight to your inbox. To sign up, please visit eepurl.com/hOTTy9

There are a wide range of free #SelfAdvocacy resources from us on our website. They include daily and weekly planners, as well as a social profile to help plan what you want to say in social situations. To get them, please visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/resources/se...#SelfAdvocacy#AAW25 #SelfAdvocacyWorks

In a blog post for #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek, we discuss how our Peer-Led Groups stand alongside #ActuallyAutistic adults who take part in them. To read more about what that involves, please visit leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/10/15/h...#AdvocacyAwarenessWeek#ActuallyAutistic#AAW25 #SelfAdvocacyWorks

We are looking for volunteers to join us as Mentors and Peer Support Volunteers! Both roles come with free training and will support #ActuallyAutistic adults living in #Leeds. More info on both roles, the training and how to sign up is at leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/10/07/p... #VolunteerLeeds

In a reel for #AAW25, our Peer Development Worker Lawrence talks about how our Autism and Suicide Prevention Project helps #ActuallyAutistic adults in Leeds to access support. #SelfAdvocacyWorks #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek

Due to us being short-staffed for today's drop-in Autism Hub, we will unfortunately not be serving hot food this evening. We will, however, provide a selection of nice biscuits and some fruit juice. The Hub will be open as normal from 4pm-7pm. Many apologies for any inconvenience caused.