Welcome to Autism Together - the Wiltshire branch of the NAS.

What is the National Autistic Society?

It is the UK's leading charity for people with autistic spectrum disorders and their families.

It runs a range of services including schools, a further education college, adult centres, supported employment services and a diagnostic centre which also trains professionals from all over the country. It supports research and has an ever-expanding range of publications.

The N.A.S has a growing number of branches, and many local autistic societies are affiliated to it.

What is an Autistic Spectrum Disorder?

Autistic Spectrum Disorder is the term used to describe a condition that affects the way a person communicates and relates to other people.

The term autistic spectrum is used because the condition varies from person to person. Some people may also have learning disabilities, while others are more able with average or above average intelligence. Despite the wide ranging differences everyone with the condition have problems interacting with or understanding other people, using obsessive or repetitive behavior and may not understand what others might be thinking.

Conditions which are part of the autistic spectrum include Autism (sometimes called Kanner syndrome or Classic Autism) and Asperger Syndrome, and some experts also include Semantic Pragmatic Disorder.

Wiltshire Branch: Local Support for those touched by Autism

How can the Wiltshire Branch of the N.A.S. help?

Our aim is to provide support to the child and their carers leading to a fulfilling lifestyle for the child. Therefore we can offer a variety of assistance in the following forms.

We can give you a chance to talk to other people who understand what you are feeling. Our newsletter and website keep you up to date with branch activities, local services and other information concerning the autistic spectrum. We have a library of books about the autistic spectrum which you can borrow. We run occasional conferences and workshops for parents and professionals.

Is there a parent/carer handbook available with local contacts in?

Yes, there is. Please look at the Information page to download a PDF version. It is a useful, informative handbook with local contact details and information on autism.

Can I donate?

If you would like to make a donation to help the work that NAS Wilts does, please make a cheque payable to "NAS Wiltshire" and post it to: Vanessa Topham, Rm 104N, Bldg 799, MoD Boscombe Down, Salisbury SP4 0JF