Since its inception, the society has actively promoted the provision of care, well-being, education and employment for those who are autistic, their families and those who support them. It has proactively been increasing public awareness and understanding to encourage acceptance and integration within the wider community.

Through working with relevant organisations and statutory bodies the Society has been able to open and maintain channels of communication between those who are Autistic / ASD, their families, education provision and health provision at both local and national levels.

The Society provides information, advice, guidance and support to the public through supporting local groups such as Parents And Autistic Children Together (PAACT). The Lincolnshire Autistic Society is actively working to link the many individual groups around the county, so that they have as much support and as many links as possible.

This is especially important as the geography and demographics of Lincolnshire as a county are unique. For perspective, Lincolnshire is approximately twice the area of Greater London with an eighth of the population; a centralised system simply does not work here.

The Lincolnshire Autistic Society’s main aim at the moment is to encourage and support the development of new support groups in as many areas of the county as possible, linking them together and helping them engage with their local communities for mutual benefit.

The Society has strong links with central government via the All Party Parliamentary Group Advisory Board and the Home Office, with local government via the Autism Partnership Board and healthcare via the Integrated Care Board, United Lincolnshire Hospitals Trust and the Lincolnshire Partnership Foundation Trust. Autism is seen from many perspectives, so if you are Autistic, waiting for or asking about diagnosis for ASD, have an earlier diagnosis of Asperger’s Syndrome or are supporting or working with any of the above, we are here to help as best we can.