Highland Jivers Give their Support to Highland One Stop Shop
When dance group Highland Charity Jive heard that the Highland One Stop Shop needed support they strapped on their dancing shoes and took to the floor to raise funds ...
With nearly fifty years experience ...
we work positively alongside people with autism, their families and carers providing specialist services tailored to each individual.
In a variety of locations throughout the UK and Ireland we offer a wide range of support for autistic people. From supported living to schools, from a short break service to one stop shops, from work placements to training, clubs and activities, Autism Initiatives has a wealth of resources and expertise that support autistic people to achieve their personal goals.
A Person with Autism or Autistic?
There is an ongoing debate over how people with a diagnosis of autism wish to refer to themselves and/or their diagnosis. The phrase ‘person with autism’ (person first) is used frequently in literature, but more recently, there has been a return to the use of the term ‘autistic person’ (or identity first), language driven by the autistic 'community'. This is to recognise the fact that autism is an integral part of a person and nothing to be ashamed of. When talking to people, we will use the words preferred by the person to describe themselves. When we write, we will use both ‘person with autism’, ‘autistic person’ or 'person on the autism spectrum'. We recognise that people can feel strongly about both terminology and language and whilst we do not wish to cause any offence to anyone, we will always prioritise the views of autistic people themselves. This is the 'AI Way'!
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WeGrow Helps Megafauna Stay Seasonal
When Chef Ben Chew launched Vegan café, Megafauna in 2018 he set about finding the very best in local seasonal produce and suppliers.
Jonathan Braves the Shave for Autism
Inspired by his campaigning grandparents and love for his brother, Jonathan shares his story of how he got a whole new look for autism ...
WeGrow Helps Megafauna Stay Seasonal
When Chef Ben Chew launched Vegan café, Megafauna in 2018 he set about finding the very best in local seasonal produce and suppliers.
Jonathan Braves the Shave for Autism
Inspired by his campaigning grandparents and love for his brother, Jonathan shares his story of how he got a whole new look for autism ...
Autism Art Exhibition Inspired by the Greats
Visitors to The Wayfarers Arcade see how autistic pupils at Peterhouse School have been inspired by great artists in the school’s annual art exhibition.
Support Autism in Ireland
We'll be at St. Saviours Hall , Coolgreaby Road Arklow on 21st February come down and support us ...
Charity single 'The Beautiful Ones' supports Tallaght service
Songstress Sarah Christina Harper releases latest track to raise funds for autism in Ireland
Miriam's Message of Hope from India
Following Autism Initiatives fundraising for the Hope Foundation Miriam Mooney reports back from India on the impact our support has had ...
Adam's Winning Christmas Design
Isle of Man reveal winning design of annual Christmas Card competition
Isle of Man Lego Day is a Huge Success
Autism Initiatives’ Lego Day at St Paul’s Church Hall Ramsey was a huge success and a fun day was reported to be had by all who attended.
Autism Initiatives appoint their first Isle of Man Trustee
Did you know HOSS has moved?
HOSS, the Highland One Stop Shop based in Inverness, has moved to a new location!
Highland Jivers Give their Support to Highland One Stop Shop
When dance group Highland Charity Jive heard that the Highland One Stop Shop needed support they strapped on their dancing shoes and took to the floor to raise funds ...
Derek's Highland Calendar Raises £1,500
John Fraser & Son showed their support for local autistic people by fundraising for Autism Initiatives Highland One Stop Shop
