‘What I wish I had known about Autism when I was diagnosed’
Friday 7 November between 10am – 2pm at the Livermead House Hotel, Torbay Road, Torquay, TQ2 6QJ
The event is free and open to Autistic Adults (diagnosed or waiting for assessment), their families/carers, and professionals. Just drop in, no booking is needed.
Our ambassadors will be sharing important learning from their journeys of later-life diagnosis. Find out what support is available locally, learn how to assess your own Sensory Differences and discover Sensory Soothing techniques, meet other Autistic Adults and find out more about assessment.
Our Ambassadors shared lived experiences of education, employment and volunteering. They highlighted the importance of empathy, inclusion and reasonable in the workplace.
Over 70 health and social care professionals attended to hear first-hand accounts from our Autism Ambassadors. Topics included autism diagnoses, barriers to healthcare, mental health and growing up in care.