ASSIST (Autism Support Signposting Information Services Team)

About the service

ASSIST provides free support for adults on the autism spectrum. It is intended for residents aged 18 and over in Hammersmith and Fulham, Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster who have or who are actively seeking a diagnosis of Autism.

ASSIST offers one-to-one appointments as well as group meetings.

Appointments: one-to-one appointments provide an opportunity to discuss and find ways of managing various issues, including employment, education, housing, coping strategies, physical and mental wellbeing, domestic skills, and welfare.

Groups: there are weekly and monthly groups for people to develop their social networks and friendships. These groups include social activities, information seminars, museum trips, board games, gardening music, and more.

Community: They deliver autism awareness classes for professional organisations, which can help promote autism awareness.

How to access the service

To receive support from ASSIST, you need to:

• have a diagnosis, or be seeking a diagnosis of Asperger syndrome or High Functioning Autism.
• live in either Westminster or Kensington and Chelsea.
• not be eligible to receive adult social care support.

You can access this service by appointment. Appointments can take place in various locations, such as the centre in Ladbroke Grove, coffee shops, and libraries, and they can also visit people at home.

Availability

Monday to Friday between 9am and 4pm.

Contact details

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 020 8962 3015

Visit the ASSIST website