Salisbury Support 4 Autism

28/11/2025

📄 Did you know?

The NHS has a legal duty to ask people about their communication needs and provide information in a format they can understand.

It’s part of the Accessible Information Standard.

For autistic adults, this could mean:

- clearer written information
- simple language
- more time during appointments
- communication support based on individual needs

These needs must be recorded and supported by NHS and adult social care services.

https://www.england.nhs.uk/accessible-information-standard/

NHS England » Accessible information standard

27/11/2025

💙 Have you heard of the Health Adjustment Passport?

It’s a Government document that helps people with a disability or health condition explain what support they may need at work.

For autistic adults, it can make it easier to talk to employers about the adjustments that help them feel comfortable and supported in their role.

You can find it here:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/health-adjustment-passport

This form can be used to support you to identify what help and changes are available to help you move into work or stay in a job.

26/11/2025

💙 Did you know?

Autistic adults with a learning disability can get a free Annual Health Check at their GP surgery.

These longer, calmer appointments help:

- Pick up health issues early
- Build confidence with healthcare
- Make sure reasonable adjustments are in place

If someone you support hasn’t had one, you can ask their GP to add them to the learning disability register.

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/learning-disabilities/annual-health-checks/

People with a learning disability often have poorer physical and mental health than other people. An annual health check can help by spotting problems sooner.

22/11/2025

🏃 Exercise supports wellbeing, but not every environment feels accessible.

Some autistic adults prefer quieter spaces, predictable routines, or solo activities like walking or swimming.

Small adjustments help make movement enjoyable for everyone.

💬 What kind of activity helps you or someone you support feel good?

21/11/2025

💙 Every bit of progress deserves to be celebrated.

Whether it’s mastering a new skill, finding calm in a routine, or feeling more confident day by day, growth takes time and patience.

With the right support, amazing things happen.

19/11/2025

🦷 Dental appointments can be challenging for some autistic adults.

Things like bright lights, new sensations, or busy waiting rooms can feel overwhelming.

Planning ahead and using calm, predictable routines can help make appointments easier.

Helpful ideas:

- Ask for a quieter time of day
- Request clear explanations before each step
- Bring a familiar item for comfort

Everyone deserves stress-free healthcare.

14/11/2025

💬 Everyone communicates differently.

Some autistic adults prefer written or visual communication, while others find conversation easier in calm, quiet settings.

Taking time to understand what works best shows respect and helps people feel heard.

What communication strategies have you found most helpful?

13/11/2025

🌟 Every person has unique strengths.

Many autistic adults bring incredible focus, creativity, and reliability to everything they do.

By recognising strengths rather than just challenges, we create opportunities for people to thrive at home, in education, and in work.

12/11/2025

Change can be hard, especially when routines bring comfort. 💙

The National Autistic Society shares that many autistic adults rely on structure and predictability to feel calm.

Even small, unexpected changes can cause anxiety.

Supporting someone through change can be as simple as:

📅 Explaining what’s happening next
📸 Using visual reminders
🕰️ Allowing extra time to adapt

Consistency builds confidence.

🔗 Learn more:
https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/about-autism/preference-for-order-predictability-or-routine

Autistic people may prefer to follow set routines or rituals, to know what is going to happen in advance, and for rules to be clear and the same for everyone.

07/11/2025

Everyone has something that helps them feel calm.
For some people, it’s music. For others, a quiet space or favourite item.

For many autistic adults, these small comforts make a huge difference in reducing stress or sensory overload.

💬 What helps you (or someone you support) feel calmer in a busy world?

06/11/2025

💙 Independence doesn’t mean doing it all alone.

True independence comes from feeling supported, understood, and empowered to make your own choices.

With the right care and encouragement, every small achievement becomes a building block for confidence.

05/11/2025

Ever felt like time slips away faster or slower some days?
For many autistic adults, that’s a daily experience.

Differences in processing or focus can make time feel different, making transitions and deadlines harder.

Simple steps can help:

🕰️ Use clear visual cues
📋 Keep routines predictable
💬 Allow a bit more time between tasks

It’s not about rushing, it’s about understanding.