Leeds Autism Services
@leedsautism.bsky.social
Leeds Autism Services are a charity dedicated to helping to create a more autism friendly society. We have been helping autistic people to reach their true potential for over 30 years. https://www.leedsautism.org.uk
#autism #inclusion #equality
#autism #inclusion #equality
Strathclyde University are looking for #ActuallyAutistic research participants to take part in online interviews for a study which aims to improve access to mental health crisis services. Click the link to find out more>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/news/autisti...
November 27, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Strathclyde University are looking for #ActuallyAutistic research participants to take part in online interviews for a study which aims to improve access to mental health crisis services. Click the link to find out more>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/news/autisti...
Our friends over at Tourmaline Films have produced this excellent video which explains autistic masking and the reality of letting go of the mask. Check it out>> www.youtube.com/watch
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #AutismUnderstanding
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #AutismUnderstanding
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Why Do Autistic People Mask? Feat. Gary D Campbell
Gary and Andy discuss masking and why neurodivergent people end up doing it. You can find the full video from which this was taken from here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=typ7gf57KDc&t=440s 🔴 Subscribe for more videos on Neurodiversity, Video Marketing, & Storytelling https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCegX3YRs-Z7zmRv0lk70bcw?sub_confirmation=1 🔔 Hit the Bell so you never miss an Upload. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TourmalineFilms/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/34759124/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tourmalinefilms/
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November 27, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Our friends over at Tourmaline Films have produced this excellent video which explains autistic masking and the reality of letting go of the mask. Check it out>> www.youtube.com/watch
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #AutismUnderstanding
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #AutismUnderstanding
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Ben has an amazing way with animals, especially horses and ponies, so he was very happy to introduce Mason to some of his four-legged friends (and a giant polar bear) on his latest trip to Equine Pathways
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #AnimalTherapy
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #AnimalTherapy
November 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Ben has an amazing way with animals, especially horses and ponies, so he was very happy to introduce Mason to some of his four-legged friends (and a giant polar bear) on his latest trip to Equine Pathways
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #AnimalTherapy
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #AnimalTherapy
Happy #WellnessWednesday
Rage bait is online content designed to make us feel angry 😡
Our easy-read guide explains what it is, why people make it, and includes tips on how to manage it. Check it out>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/dont-let-rag...
Rage bait is online content designed to make us feel angry 😡
Our easy-read guide explains what it is, why people make it, and includes tips on how to manage it. Check it out>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/dont-let-rag...
November 26, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Happy #WellnessWednesday
Rage bait is online content designed to make us feel angry 😡
Our easy-read guide explains what it is, why people make it, and includes tips on how to manage it. Check it out>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/dont-let-rag...
Rage bait is online content designed to make us feel angry 😡
Our easy-read guide explains what it is, why people make it, and includes tips on how to manage it. Check it out>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/dont-let-rag...
Getting into nature and beautiful surroundings is a great way to regulate and walk away any worries which is exactly what Lauren and Courtney did on a recent trip to Kirkstall Abbey. They even managed to catch some autumn sun! ☀️
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #SensoryActivity
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #SensoryActivity
November 26, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Getting into nature and beautiful surroundings is a great way to regulate and walk away any worries which is exactly what Lauren and Courtney did on a recent trip to Kirkstall Abbey. They even managed to catch some autumn sun! ☀️
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #SensoryActivity
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #SensoryActivity
One of Michael's goals is to fly on an aeroplane, so he visited "Try b4 u fly" at the William Merritt Centre in Rodley where he was given some air travel tips and the opportunity to try out some of the seats! ✈️
Find out more about Try B 4 U Fly >> wmdlc.org/services/mob...
Find out more about Try B 4 U Fly >> wmdlc.org/services/mob...
November 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
One of Michael's goals is to fly on an aeroplane, so he visited "Try b4 u fly" at the William Merritt Centre in Rodley where he was given some air travel tips and the opportunity to try out some of the seats! ✈️
Find out more about Try B 4 U Fly >> wmdlc.org/services/mob...
Find out more about Try B 4 U Fly >> wmdlc.org/services/mob...
December is nearly upon us, so Agnes and Rob got into the seasonal spirit by taking a stroll through Trinity Walk to see the Christmas decorations 🎄
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
November 25, 2025 at 3:00 PM
December is nearly upon us, so Agnes and Rob got into the seasonal spirit by taking a stroll through Trinity Walk to see the Christmas decorations 🎄
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
Despite the recent cold and rain, Kim and Hannah have been getting out in all weathers to train for their #LeedsAbbeyDash fundraiser this coming Sunday. Give this a share and click here to show your support>> bit.ly/49n2HGc
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November 25, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Despite the recent cold and rain, Kim and Hannah have been getting out in all weathers to train for their #LeedsAbbeyDash fundraiser this coming Sunday. Give this a share and click here to show your support>> bit.ly/49n2HGc
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We love this picture of Chris looking super chilled on a recent visit to Leeds with Caroline where he enjoyed a fish and chip lunch and a cappuccino ☕
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
November 25, 2025 at 11:30 AM
We love this picture of Chris looking super chilled on a recent visit to Leeds with Caroline where he enjoyed a fish and chip lunch and a cappuccino ☕
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
Michael did a brilliant job making cookies during a recent baking session with Courtney. It looks like they turned out great, Michael! 😋
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
November 24, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Michael did a brilliant job making cookies during a recent baking session with Courtney. It looks like they turned out great, Michael! 😋
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
We want to say a big thank you to Jo, Tom, and the rest of the team at Troy Foods for arranging to raise funds, and awareness, for Leeds Autism Services at their annual Christmas event this year.
#autism #awareness #fundraising #community #inclusion #troyfoods #LAS
#autism #awareness #fundraising #community #inclusion #troyfoods #LAS
November 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
We want to say a big thank you to Jo, Tom, and the rest of the team at Troy Foods for arranging to raise funds, and awareness, for Leeds Autism Services at their annual Christmas event this year.
#autism #awareness #fundraising #community #inclusion #troyfoods #LAS
#autism #awareness #fundraising #community #inclusion #troyfoods #LAS
Happy #FeelgoodFriday followers!
This week we're raising a smile with this video of David who took some time out from work to get his groove on to Sunshine of Your Love
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LoveMusic
This week we're raising a smile with this video of David who took some time out from work to get his groove on to Sunshine of Your Love
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LoveMusic
November 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Happy #FeelgoodFriday followers!
This week we're raising a smile with this video of David who took some time out from work to get his groove on to Sunshine of Your Love
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LoveMusic
This week we're raising a smile with this video of David who took some time out from work to get his groove on to Sunshine of Your Love
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LoveMusic
Oliver has an amazing imagination and is pictured here stacking shapes to use as prompts for each part of a story he was making up which was very funny, highly entertaining and a joy to listen to 😃
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Creativity
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Creativity
November 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Oliver has an amazing imagination and is pictured here stacking shapes to use as prompts for each part of a story he was making up which was very funny, highly entertaining and a joy to listen to 😃
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Creativity
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Creativity
Alice and Hayley went exploring after they'd finished playing bingo and found an ice cream van, complete with a giant ice cream. Does that mean bingo is a Game of Cones?
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #FunTimes
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #FunTimes
November 19, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Alice and Hayley went exploring after they'd finished playing bingo and found an ice cream van, complete with a giant ice cream. Does that mean bingo is a Game of Cones?
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #FunTimes
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #FunTimes
Joe's been doing a great job of reducing his reliance on the car and using public transport. Today he took the train and bus to our Mabgate base to whip up a tasty lunch of spiced fried chicken, sweet potato fries, celery, carrot and peppers. Good job! 😋
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
November 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Joe's been doing a great job of reducing his reliance on the car and using public transport. Today he took the train and bus to our Mabgate base to whip up a tasty lunch of spiced fried chicken, sweet potato fries, celery, carrot and peppers. Good job! 😋
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
Ben and Courtney had a great time when they went to say #HappyBirthday to our friends at Connect in the North and learned about the organisation's achievements and the amazing events that they host
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion
November 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Ben and Courtney had a great time when they went to say #HappyBirthday to our friends at Connect in the North and learned about the organisation's achievements and the amazing events that they host
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion
When you're autistic getting out isn't always easy, so we were thrilled to see Andrew heading to Spoons last week for a burger with Bradley - top work fellas!
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
November 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
When you're autistic getting out isn't always easy, so we were thrilled to see Andrew heading to Spoons last week for a burger with Bradley - top work fellas!
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Community
Change and Choice Support have created an easy-read guide about what it means to be trans, including practical advice>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/what-it-mean...
#TransgenderAwarenessWeek #Inclusion #ActuallyAutistic
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#TransgenderAwarenessWeek #Inclusion #ActuallyAutistic
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November 17, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Change and Choice Support have created an easy-read guide about what it means to be trans, including practical advice>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/what-it-mean...
#TransgenderAwarenessWeek #Inclusion #ActuallyAutistic
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#TransgenderAwarenessWeek #Inclusion #ActuallyAutistic
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Tieri made the best of the miserable weather last week when he took Nick to Leeds to see all the Christmas light displays before heading to the market for a spot of lunch 🎄
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #NeverTooEarly
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #NeverTooEarly
November 17, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Tieri made the best of the miserable weather last week when he took Nick to Leeds to see all the Christmas light displays before heading to the market for a spot of lunch 🎄
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #NeverTooEarly
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #NeverTooEarly
Ben soaked up the colours of autumn on a recent visit to Otley Chevin with Nick. There's nothing quite like getting in touch with nature to promote feelings of calm and contentment
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Nature
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Nature
November 14, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Ben soaked up the colours of autumn on a recent visit to Otley Chevin with Nick. There's nothing quite like getting in touch with nature to promote feelings of calm and contentment
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Nature
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Nature
Some of our beneficiaries have told us they feel anxious about the appearance of flags on lampposts and roundabouts, so we have created some easy-read information to try and explain the phenomenon>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/why-are-ther...
#Diversity #Inclusion #StrongerTogether #InterFaithWeek
#Diversity #Inclusion #StrongerTogether #InterFaithWeek
November 14, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Some of our beneficiaries have told us they feel anxious about the appearance of flags on lampposts and roundabouts, so we have created some easy-read information to try and explain the phenomenon>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/why-are-ther...
#Diversity #Inclusion #StrongerTogether #InterFaithWeek
#Diversity #Inclusion #StrongerTogether #InterFaithWeek
Happy #FeelgoodFriday followers 😍
We're bringing the cheer with this photo of Shabana and Paris taking a selfie, and on the verge of breaking out into a fit of the giggles during a discussion about toilet rolls 🤣
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion
We're bringing the cheer with this photo of Shabana and Paris taking a selfie, and on the verge of breaking out into a fit of the giggles during a discussion about toilet rolls 🤣
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion
November 14, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Happy #FeelgoodFriday followers 😍
We're bringing the cheer with this photo of Shabana and Paris taking a selfie, and on the verge of breaking out into a fit of the giggles during a discussion about toilet rolls 🤣
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion
We're bringing the cheer with this photo of Shabana and Paris taking a selfie, and on the verge of breaking out into a fit of the giggles during a discussion about toilet rolls 🤣
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion
It's fantastic to see how much progress Michael has made since he moved into his own place. He's using skills he never thought he had to clean, cook and do his own laundry. Looks like you're turning into a true domestic deity, Michael 🤩
#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #LifeSkills
#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #LifeSkills
November 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
It's fantastic to see how much progress Michael has made since he moved into his own place. He's using skills he never thought he had to clean, cook and do his own laundry. Looks like you're turning into a true domestic deity, Michael 🤩
#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #LifeSkills
#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #LifeSkills
In our latest #podcast, Craig speaks to Dr Liam Cross and Dr Gray Atherton from the School of Psychology, University of Plymouth about autism, games and gaming. Listen now>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/podcast-epis...
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Gaming
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Gaming
November 13, 2025 at 12:30 PM
In our latest #podcast, Craig speaks to Dr Liam Cross and Dr Gray Atherton from the School of Psychology, University of Plymouth about autism, games and gaming. Listen now>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/podcast-epis...
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Gaming
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Gaming
Charlotte and Kim made edible play dough and used cookie cutters to cut shapes including crowns, bunnies and hearts. Kim even created a dough version of herself finishing #AbbeyDash2025>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/Appeal/kim-a...
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#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #creative
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#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #creative
November 13, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Charlotte and Kim made edible play dough and used cookie cutters to cut shapes including crowns, bunnies and hearts. Kim even created a dough version of herself finishing #AbbeyDash2025>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/Appeal/kim-a...
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#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #creative
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#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #creative