Autism London

First Floor
602 Chigwell Road
Woodford Bridge
IG8 8AA

Tel (Helpline): 0854 603 7954
Web: www.autismlondon.org.uk
Best time to telephone helpline: Monday to Friday 11am to 2pm. Out of hours answerphone.

Autism London is a funded registered charity, originally formed in 1984 by parents concerned about the lack of provision for people with autism and Asperger's syndrome. Autism London was formerly known as North East London Autistic Society (NELAS) but changed its name in 1995 to meet the increased demand of services to cover Greater London.

Autism London provides impartial support, advice and information to individuals, their families and carers, and professionals affected by autism and Asperger's syndrome living in Greater London.

Their four main support areas are:

• Helpline.
• Support Services provide outreach, advocacy support and representation. They also run Asperger's groups for adults and hold regular Parent/Carer groups for families and organisations affected by autistic spectrum disorders
• Social Events - They organise group trips for individuals and families affected by autism.
• A residential home for adults affected by autism, providing a 'home for life' in a safe and supportive environment
• Training in aspects of Aspergers, Autism, Learning Disability, Staff Management and Development.
• Advocacy.
• Focused solution short term support (not personal care)
• Local authority commissions for services as above.

Autism London are unable to accept personal visitors to the officers without an appointment.

Checked: September 2006