THE National Autistic Society is looking for local autism heroes.
We want local people on the autism spectrum, their friends, families and carers to nominate individuals and services that have made a difference to their lives for the Autism Professionals Awards 2016.
We’d also like to hear from professionals, like teachers or psychologists, about good autism practice.
The awards are the one time the autism community gets together to recognise achievements and share best practice.
Perhaps you know a passionate volunteer or a social worker who has gone out of their way to support an autistic adult to improve their social skills? Or maybe there’s a teacher or teaching assistant who has developed innovative ways to give your child the best possible start in life?
Whatever your story, p Please share your story with us.
Find out more about the awards or nominate an individual or service at autism professionalsawards.co.uk.
The deadline for nominations is October 30.
Carol Povey
Director of the National Autistic Society’s Centre for Autism
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