This page includes information from local and national organisations that support people with neurodevelopmental conditions like ADHD and autism. We are adding to this page all the time.

"Neurodiversity is a concept where neurological differences are seen as natural variations of the brain. These neurological differences are recognised and respected, celebrated and allow people to be themselves." (Children & Family Health, Devon)

For a good NHS overview of ADHD as a medical condition click HERE

For a good NHS overview of ASD as a medical condition click HERE

Information and support hub created by people with ADHD for people with ADHD. Includes welfare packs, ADHD in school and within the education system, access to work, videos, funding support etc.

Website: https://adhduk.co.uk/

A charity based in Brighton & Hove area, offering peer suppport nationally via their website to increase awareness of ADHD.

Website: https://adhdaware.org.uk/what-is-adhd/adhd-symptoms/

Peer-led support group offering a chance for carers, friends and families to meet together for mutual support. Professional oversight and advice available if needed.

1st Monday of the month, 10am - 12noon

Now at The Parkhouse Centre, Conference Room, Bude.

Tel: 07890 400253 (Lorraine)

Also available via Facebook

Devon-based service that provides initial diagnosis and assessment for adults in Devon who have not previously been diagnosed and whose symptoms are consistent with an Autism Spectrum Condition or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

Website: DAANA

The group's mission is: "that all autistic adults in Devon, who don’t have a learning disability, know about our groups and can access them, if they would like to."

The group provides information for anyone who has an Autism Spectrum Condition in Devon (without a learning disability), along with their families and carers. Available on Facebook and Discord forum.

Nearest local group in Barnstaple.

Email: trishdarke.dimensionsforautism@gmail.com

Website: https://www.dimensionsforautism.life/

Molehill Mountain is an app to help autistic people understand and self-manage anxiety.

You can use Molehill Mountain to explore the causes and symptoms of anxiety.

• Track your worries and the situations that trigger anxiety.
• Get evidence-based daily tips to understand more about anxiety.
• Feel more confident to self-manage anxiety.

For more info and to download from your app store go to:

https://www.autistica.org.uk/molehill-mountain

Autistica are the UK’s leading autism research and campaigning charity. Their mission is to create breakthroughs that enable all autistic people to live happier, healthier, longer lives. 

Lots of information and good links on their website.

Website: Website: https://www.autistica.org.uk/

Information about getting an ADHD assessment on NHS, and eligibility criteria are available from from the ADHD Aware website.

Webpage: HERE

The National Autistic Society is available to help the 700,000 autistic people in the UK and their families. Be it running specialist schools, campaigning for improved rights or training companies on being more autism-friendly, they are dedicated to transforming lives and changing attitudes. Contact via their website.

Active on social media platforms

Website: https://www.autism.org.uk/what-we-do

The Parent to Parent Emotional Support Service provides emotional support to parents and carers regarding their autistic children/grown-up children. The service is provided by trained volunteers with personal experience as the parent of an autistic child or adult. The focus is on emotional support and understanding what it is like for you as a parent. The volunteers offer empathy, understanding, and a safe space to talk through feelings and experiences. The confidential telephone support service is provided by trained volunteers from their own homes.

Tel: 0808 800 4106

Website: HERE

Part of the National Autistic Society website, the directory helps autistic people, their families and the professionals who work with them to find local and national services. It includes residential, supported living and respite, employment support, diagnostic, schools and nurseries, social groups and leisure activities, solicitors and advocacy organisations. 

A FULL postcode is needed to provide the most relevant results nearest to you.

Website: https://www.autism.org.uk/autism-services-directory

Scottish Autism is an organisation dedicated to enabling autistic people to lead happy, healthy and fulfilling lives.

Although based in Scotland the website is packed with useful information about autism. 

Tel: 01259 720044 (for general enquiries)

Website: https://www.scottishautism.org/about-autism

A group that help to engage children with special educational needs and disabilities. Activities designed for them to enjoy, with their parents/carers and siblings.

Meets every Monday at The Orchard Centre, Blindhole, Launceston during term time. Lego club, arts & crafts, music therapy, sensory play and more! 

Tel: 01566 248210

Website: http://lansentogether.org.uk/

Hub of resources and information aimed at facilitating a community of practice for universities, colleges, employers and service providers to work together to create environments and opportunities for neurodivergent young adults.

Website: https://www.neurodiversityhub.org/

Home-Start Kernow work with families who have a neurodiverse child.  Bude group meets at Bude Family Hub; Launceston group meets at Launceston Family Hub. online groups also available.

All groups help families access and learn about the Neurodiversity Profiling Tool, that assesses nine developmental strands of a child or young person aged 0-19. This includes speech and language, energy levels, attention skills, emotion regulation, sensory processing, flexibility and adaptability, and empathy.

Tel: 01209 214490 

Website: https://homestartkernow.org.uk/neurodiversity-support/