Autism Central

Name
Autism Central
Category
Condition(s)
Short Description
Autism Central is a peer education programme, delivered by parents and carers of autistic people who are happy to share their knowledge and experience with others.
Website Address
https://www.autismcentral.org.uk/hubs/east-england-delivered-essex-county-council
Town
Chelmsford
County
Essex
Address
CM1 1QH
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
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Autism Independent UK

Name
Autism Independent UK
Category
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Autism Independent UK helps to increase awareness of autism to the notice of all, together with well established and newly developed approaches in the diagnosis, assessment, education and treatment.
Telephone Number
01536 523274
Website Address
https://www.autismuk.com/
Town
Kettering
Address
NN16 9AT
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

Refresh Project- email 1 sent 9.9.13- bounceback incorrect email, email 2 sent on 14.11.13 to autism@autismuk.com, email updated 14.11.13 email response received on 20.11.13 from Keith Lovett stating all details correct- KC updated 21.11,13. Updated details 16/7/2021 AP

Last Contacted
21/11/2013
Last Updated
16/07/2021
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Autism Initiatives UK

Name
Autism Initiatives UK
Category
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Autism Initiatives UK aims to meet the needs of people with autism, their families and carers. Autism Initiatives UK also provides supported living, residential accommodation, day opportunities, respite care and community support.
Telephone Number
0151 330 9500
Website Address
https://www.autisminitiatives.org/
Town
Bootle
County
Merseyside
Address
L30 4XR
Age Relevance
4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

change to: email, address, tel, fax and description. Consent via email from Keith, updated online 18/01/10 - EG Refresh Project- email 1 sent 9.9.13, email response received on 23.9.13 from Susan Murphy with updated description - KC made changes on 24.9.13updated email address using info from website - RC 1/8/16

Last Contacted
01/10/2018
Last Updated
16/07/2021
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Autism on the Seas

Name
Autism on the Seas
Category
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Autism on the Seas organises cruises for families with special needs.
Telephone Number
+1 800 516 5247
Website Address
https://autismontheseas.com/
County
Connecticut, USA
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

Refresh Project 2013 - new entry added 25.2.14. Consent given via email. LMupdated phone number using info from website - RC 10/8/16

Last Contacted
25/02/2014
Last Updated
27/03/2020
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Autism Research Centre (ARC)

Name
Autism Research Centre (ARC)
Category
,
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Autism Research Centre provides scientific research into the causes of autism and developing new and validating current methods for assessment and intervention.
Telephone Number
01223 603146
Website Address
https://www.autismresearchcentre.com/
Address
CB2 8AH
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

Changed phone number 15/12/2020 AP

Last Updated
16/07/2021
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Autism Understood

Name
Autism Understood
Category
Condition(s)
Short Description
A website about autism for autistic young people.
Website Address
https://autismunderstood.co.uk/
Age Relevance
7+, 11+, 16+
Last Updated
03/04/2025
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Autistic Girls Network

Name
Autistic Girls Network
Category
Condition(s)
Short Description
A charity supporting autistic women, girls and their families by providing education, resources and community, helping them develop a positive sense of self.
Website Address
https://autisticgirlsnetwork.org/
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Last Updated
15/07/2025
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Basildon Parents 4 Parents (BP4P)

Name
Basildon Parents 4 Parents (BP4P)
Category
,
Condition(s)
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Short Description
A voluntary organisation offering support sessions and practical workshops for families living in Basildon.
Telephone Number
07923 426502
Website Address
https://bp4p.co.uk/
Town
Basildon
County
Essex
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Last Updated
02/10/2025
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Brainwave – South West Centre

Name
Brainwave – South West Centre
Category
Condition(s)
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No
Short Description
Brainwave - South West Centre is a charity that works with families to deliver individual home-based therapy and exercise programmes that help children with disabilities and developmental delay to achieve their potential.
Telephone Number
01278 429089
Website Address
https://www.brainwave.org.uk/
County
Somerset
Address
TA6 6LQ
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

Entry amended 19.1.07 by Barbara Seymour email. changed description - consent via email from Gerry Gould - updated online 14/1/10 - EGRefresh Project - email 1 sent 19.9.13 (BB), email 2 sent 16.1.14 (LM). No response.Phone calls - 29.4.14 and 12.6.14. Information checked on website - all correct LM

Last Contacted
06/12/2014
Last Updated
15/12/2020
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Calibre Audio

Name
Calibre Audio
Category
Condition(s)
, , , ,
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Yes
Short Description
Calibre Audio library is a national charity providing a subscription-free postal service of unabridged audio books for people with sight problems, dyslexia or other disabilities, who cannot read print.
Telephone Number
01296 432 339
Website Address
https://www.calibreaudio.org.uk/
County
Bucks
Address
HP22 5XQ
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

Changed description and website by email from Maureen Reeves 22.12.08. change to description - consent via phone, updated online 20/01/10 - EGRefresh Project- email 1 sent 10.9.13, email 2 sent 28.11.13Phone call 1.4.14 (AT) - address added and email address amended LMAdded web 2 18.7.14 LM Updated email address from membershipservices@calibre.org.uk to current using info from website - RC 20/07/2016adjusted spelling mistake in description - RC 11/8/17. Updated whole entry 13/10/20 AP. Linkedin added AC 27/8/23

Last Contacted
04/08/2014
Last Updated
27/09/2023
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Cambian Group

Name
Cambian Group
Category
,
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Cambian is one of the largest providers of specialist education and behavioural health services for children in the UK. Its services have a specific focus on individuals who present with high severity needs.
Telephone Number
0161 507 3723
Website Address
https://www.cambiangroup.com/
Age Relevance
7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

Refresh Project 2013 - new entry received on 02.12.13. Consent given by Lenka Broumova. Added 06.02.14 LMupdated address using info from website - RC 4/8/16. Refresh 27/8/21 AP

Last Contacted
12/02/2013
Last Updated
27/08/2021
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CAMEO

CAMEO
Name
CAMEO
Category
,
Condition(s)
, ,
Short Description
Autism-friendly games nights in Brentwood for independent young adults.
Telephone Number
01277 214057
Website Address
https://www.thebardswellclub.co.uk/events-1
Town
Brentwood
County
Essex
Address
CM14 4TJ
Age Relevance
16+
Last Updated
23/01/2025
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Carers Unite

Carers Unite
Name
Carers Unite
Category
Condition(s)
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Short Description
Support groups at Southend Mencap for parent carers of children and young people, or young adults with additional needs.
Telephone Number
07581 388667
Town
Southend-on-Sea
County
Essex
Address
SS1 1PG
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Last Updated
26/10/2023
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Cerebra

Name
Cerebra
Category
Condition(s)
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Exclude All
No
Short Description
Cerebra is a national charity dedicated to helping families with children with brain conditions discover a better life together.
Telephone Number
01267 244200
Website Address
https://www.cerebra.org.uk/
Town
Carmarthen
County
Wales
Address
SA31 3LW
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+
Contact History

Refresh Project 2013 - email 1 sent 19.9.13 BB, no response so email 2 sent 16.1.14Response received on 16.1.14 from Sandi Llewellyn. All details confirmed correct LMFurther response from Kayleigh Wilson on 16.1.14 informing of change of address LMKLB updated entry to included info on the helpline, holiday home, sensory, lending library, info taken from the website. Equipment and financial support and holiday tags added.- 3.9.15added additional email address - RC 8/8/16. Refresh 27/8/21 AP

Last Contacted
09/03/2015
Last Updated
27/08/2021
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Chicken and Frog Bookshop and Sensory Room

Chicken and Frog Bookshop and Sensory Room
Name
Chicken and Frog Bookshop and Sensory Room
Category
,
Condition(s)
, , ,
Short Description
Sensory room and neurodiversity groups at Chicken and Frog Bookshop.
Telephone Number
01277 230068
Website Address
https://chickenandfrog.co.uk
Town
Brentwood
County
Essex
Address
CM14 4BA
Age Relevance
0+, 4+, 7+, 11+, 16+
Contact History

Contacted Natasha Radford about listing who then submitted 5/8/25. AP

Last Contacted
05/08/2025
Last Updated
05/08/2025
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Child Autism UK (formerly known as Peach)

Name
Child Autism UK (formerly known as Peach)
Category
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Child Autism UK is a parent run support group advocating early, intensive behavioural intervention for children with autism.
Telephone Number
01344 882248
Website Address
https://www.childautism.org.uk/
County
Bracknell
Address
RG12 1WA
Age Relevance
0+, 4+
Contact History

Update to description - emailed from Mandy Williams, 18/11/09Refresh Project- email 1 sent 9.9.13- no response, email 2 sent 26.11.13All information correct - confirmed by email from Mandy Williams 26.11.13 LMupdated email address using info from website - RC 4/8/16. address updated 27/9/23

Last Contacted
26/11/2013
Last Updated
27/09/2023
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Choice Support

Name
Choice Support
Category
,
Condition(s)
,
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Choice Support is a social care charity working across much of England to provide the best possible support to people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs.
Telephone Number
01622 722400
Website Address
https://www.choicesupport.org.uk/
County
Kent
Address
ME14 1UT
Age Relevance
16+
Contact History

Created from website to replace original entry of Autism London. 7/11/17 AP. Changed name from Partnership Support Group to Choice Support 18.9.20. AP. Refresh 27/8/21 AP. instagram, linkedin added 27/9/23

Last Updated
27/09/2023
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Choice Support (merged with MCCH)

Name
Choice Support (merged with MCCH)
Category
,
Condition(s)
,
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Choice Support provides support to people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs across England. Within Essex they currently support people in Westcliff-on Sea, Pitsea and Basildon.
Telephone Number
01622 722400
Website Address
https://www.choicesupport.org.uk/
County
Kent
Address
ME14 1UT
Age Relevance
16+
Contact History

28/5/26 changed address from One Hermitage Court, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 9NT AT

Refresh Project 2013 - new entry added 6.2.14. Consent given by Karen Mitchell on 26.11.13 (Autism London, which is part of the mcch group) LMadded additional phone number using info from website -RC 26/8/16. Changed name to Choice Support from MCCH. 7.5.20 AP

Last Contacted
26/11/2013
Last Updated
07/05/2020
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Clouds and Rainbows

Name
Clouds and Rainbows
Category
,
Condition(s)
Exclude All
No
Short Description
Clouds and Rainbows is a training and consultancy service led by autism specialist teacher Kathryn Miller.
Telephone Number
07726 169082
Contact History

Removed facebook as not working. 24/11/20 AP. Removed website as not connecting and put Facebook back 9.2.23 AP

Last Updated
09/02/2023
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Colchester United – Football in the Community Disability Sport

Disability Sport
Name
Colchester United – Football in the Community Disability Sport
Category
Condition(s)
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Exclude All
Yes
Short Description
Colchester United Football in the Community have launched two disability programmes to support children with additional needs.
Telephone Number
07791 313232
Website Address
https://www.cu-fc.com/news/2018/september/01/disability-programmes/
County
Essex
Address
CO2 9BG
Age Relevance
7+, 11+
Contact History

website, email updated AC 2/10/23. Changed web address 14/8/26 AP

Last Updated
14/08/2026
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