PASDA Support Group

Brief description:

Pasda offers support to parents, partners, siblings and carers of adults (over 16) on the autism spectrum who live in Edinburgh and the Lothians. It can be difficult to know where to turn, especially if your relative had a diagnosis of autism or Asperger’s Syndrome as an adult. We would be happy to hear from you whether you are a parent, relative, friend or professional looking for more information about us or what support is available.

Organisation name:

PASDA - Parents of Autistic Spectrum Disorder Adults

Type of break:

Clubs or Day Facilities for Short Break/Respite Purposes

Care needs catered for:

Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Carer Support

Ages catered for:

Young People, Adults, Older Adults

How do people access your service:

Please contact PASDA for more information

Full service description:

Our aims are, to promote the interests of adults with ASC to professionals and the public, support relatives and carers of adults with ASC, Influence specific service provision for adults with ASC and carers, network with any person or organisation that is interested in ASC and be involved in training opportunities with any organisation. We also hold a carers discussion group these are held on second Friday of the month between 10-12am, please get in touch as spaces are limited. It can be difficult to know where to turn, especially if your relative had a diagnosis of autism or Asperger’s Syndrome as an adult. We would be happy to hear from you whether you are a parent, relative, friend or professional looking for more information about us or what support is available.  

Organisation providing this information:

Quality Assurance Accreditation:

OSCR

Autistic Spectrum Disorder Adaptations:

Staff training e.g National Autistic Society Introduction to Autism

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