199-203 Blandford Avenue
Kettering
Northants
NN16 9AT

Tel: 01536 523274 (10am - 6pm, Monday - Friday)
Web: www.autismuk.com

Autism Independent UK, formerly the Society for the Autistically Handicapped, is involved in the following activities:

• Lobbies for an increased awareness of autism.
• Works towards bringing an improved quality of life both to sufferers and their families.
• Lobbies for integration of autism sufferers into the work place.
• Provides a library of books and video information.
• Is involved in policy making regarding care and treatment of children/adults in the country. Member of various steering groups.
• Organises and runs workshops and seminars for the training of professionals, carers and parents.
• Has access to internationally known practitioners in the field.
• Produces a newsletter for professionals and parents (via website).
• Operates telephone helpline 10am - 6pm for professionals, carers and parents.
• Perceives the needs of those with autism and tries to find appropriate services.
• Housing projects.