The National Autistic Society (NAS) is the leading UK charity for people with Autistic Spectrum Conditions (including Asperger Syndrome) and their families. The NAS provides information, support and pioneering services, and campaign for a better world for people with autism.
NAS (external link) provides information for people with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC), parents, relatives, carers and professionals. On their website you will find a great deal of useful information including:
- What is Autism?
- What is Asperger Syndrome?
- All about diagnosis
- Understanding Autistic Spectrum Condition behaviour
- Benefits and community care
- Approaches, therapies and interventions
The NAS Northern region team is based in Northenden, Manchester. Their regional co-ordinator is Kate Spink who can be contacted at:
The National Autistic Society, Anglo House, Chapel Road, Northenden, Manchester M22 4JN
Tel: 0161 998 7860 - Fax: 0161 945 2703
email: mnregionalteam@nas.org.uk
Regular regional events are held for parents, carers, professionals and children and young people. Please use the NAS website and the contact information above to find out more.
