Autism Bucks
@autismbucks.bsky.social
Supporting autism, autistic adults and carers in Buckinghamshire
🌍✨ World Kindness Day ✨🌍
To an autistic adult, kindness can mean acceptance, understanding, & respect for each person’s unique strengths & challenges.
We want you to know you are valued, you are seen, & you deserve kindness every day.
#WorldKindnessDay #AutisticAdults
To an autistic adult, kindness can mean acceptance, understanding, & respect for each person’s unique strengths & challenges.
We want you to know you are valued, you are seen, & you deserve kindness every day.
#WorldKindnessDay #AutisticAdults
November 13, 2025 at 8:37 PM
🌍✨ World Kindness Day ✨🌍
To an autistic adult, kindness can mean acceptance, understanding, & respect for each person’s unique strengths & challenges.
We want you to know you are valued, you are seen, & you deserve kindness every day.
#WorldKindnessDay #AutisticAdults
To an autistic adult, kindness can mean acceptance, understanding, & respect for each person’s unique strengths & challenges.
We want you to know you are valued, you are seen, & you deserve kindness every day.
#WorldKindnessDay #AutisticAdults
Bethany Chitty will be focusing on "proprioception", helping to recognise the proprioceptive input you may already be getting, & showing how to weave it into existing routines.
Date: TONIGHT 12th November 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismJourney #MembersOnlyMeeting
Date: TONIGHT 12th November 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismJourney #MembersOnlyMeeting
November 12, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Bethany Chitty will be focusing on "proprioception", helping to recognise the proprioceptive input you may already be getting, & showing how to weave it into existing routines.
Date: TONIGHT 12th November 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismJourney #MembersOnlyMeeting
Date: TONIGHT 12th November 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismJourney #MembersOnlyMeeting
This week is Trustee Week.
At Autism Bucks, we would love to thank each and every one of our Trustees for their hard work and dedication to supporting the Autism community.
#AutismBucks #TrusteeWeek #ThankYou #AutisticCommunity
At Autism Bucks, we would love to thank each and every one of our Trustees for their hard work and dedication to supporting the Autism community.
#AutismBucks #TrusteeWeek #ThankYou #AutisticCommunity
November 5, 2025 at 7:11 PM
This week is Trustee Week.
At Autism Bucks, we would love to thank each and every one of our Trustees for their hard work and dedication to supporting the Autism community.
#AutismBucks #TrusteeWeek #ThankYou #AutisticCommunity
At Autism Bucks, we would love to thank each and every one of our Trustees for their hard work and dedication to supporting the Autism community.
#AutismBucks #TrusteeWeek #ThankYou #AutisticCommunity
On Wednesday, 12th November, Bethany Chitty will be leading our session. She'll focus on "proprioception".
Date: 12th November 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
If you are in Bucks and you'd like to become a member, click here autism-bucks.charity/new-member/
#AutismBucks #MembersOnlyMeeting
Date: 12th November 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
If you are in Bucks and you'd like to become a member, click here autism-bucks.charity/new-member/
#AutismBucks #MembersOnlyMeeting
November 4, 2025 at 8:44 PM
On Wednesday, 12th November, Bethany Chitty will be leading our session. She'll focus on "proprioception".
Date: 12th November 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
If you are in Bucks and you'd like to become a member, click here autism-bucks.charity/new-member/
#AutismBucks #MembersOnlyMeeting
Date: 12th November 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
If you are in Bucks and you'd like to become a member, click here autism-bucks.charity/new-member/
#AutismBucks #MembersOnlyMeeting
Making leaf collages, painting pumpkins, or creating winter wreaths gives autistic individuals the opportunity to be creative without the sensory overload.
What do you like to create?
#AutismBucks #AutismJourney #SensorySaturday #Creativity
What do you like to create?
#AutismBucks #AutismJourney #SensorySaturday #Creativity
November 1, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Making leaf collages, painting pumpkins, or creating winter wreaths gives autistic individuals the opportunity to be creative without the sensory overload.
What do you like to create?
#AutismBucks #AutismJourney #SensorySaturday #Creativity
What do you like to create?
#AutismBucks #AutismJourney #SensorySaturday #Creativity
🎃Happy Halloween, Ghouls and Goblins!🦇👻
If you're feeling batty, don't be a-scaredy-cat—creep it real & have a boo-tiful time. After all, it's the one night when it's perfectly normal to be a-maize-ing in your costume!🌽👹
#HappyHalloween #SpookySeason #TrickOrTreat
If you're feeling batty, don't be a-scaredy-cat—creep it real & have a boo-tiful time. After all, it's the one night when it's perfectly normal to be a-maize-ing in your costume!🌽👹
#HappyHalloween #SpookySeason #TrickOrTreat
October 31, 2025 at 2:16 PM
🎃Happy Halloween, Ghouls and Goblins!🦇👻
If you're feeling batty, don't be a-scaredy-cat—creep it real & have a boo-tiful time. After all, it's the one night when it's perfectly normal to be a-maize-ing in your costume!🌽👹
#HappyHalloween #SpookySeason #TrickOrTreat
If you're feeling batty, don't be a-scaredy-cat—creep it real & have a boo-tiful time. After all, it's the one night when it's perfectly normal to be a-maize-ing in your costume!🌽👹
#HappyHalloween #SpookySeason #TrickOrTreat
Here is a tip to communicate with strangers: use anchors.
Holding a drink, adjusting your bag, or keeping something tactile in your pocket can help ground you during your conversations & can reduce any sensory overwhelm you may have.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication
Holding a drink, adjusting your bag, or keeping something tactile in your pocket can help ground you during your conversations & can reduce any sensory overwhelm you may have.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication
October 30, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Here is a tip to communicate with strangers: use anchors.
Holding a drink, adjusting your bag, or keeping something tactile in your pocket can help ground you during your conversations & can reduce any sensory overwhelm you may have.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication
Holding a drink, adjusting your bag, or keeping something tactile in your pocket can help ground you during your conversations & can reduce any sensory overwhelm you may have.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication
This week's Self-Care Saturday tip is to schedule time for play.
Do things that bring out your playful side, like board games, puzzles, or dancing around the living room.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismSupport #AutismJourney #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #CreativeOutlet
Do things that bring out your playful side, like board games, puzzles, or dancing around the living room.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismSupport #AutismJourney #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #CreativeOutlet
October 25, 2025 at 5:00 PM
This week's Self-Care Saturday tip is to schedule time for play.
Do things that bring out your playful side, like board games, puzzles, or dancing around the living room.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismSupport #AutismJourney #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #CreativeOutlet
Do things that bring out your playful side, like board games, puzzles, or dancing around the living room.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismSupport #AutismJourney #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #CreativeOutlet
Here is a tip for those of us who want to communicate with strangers choose your setting carefully.
Pick environments that feel manageable—smaller gatherings, quieter cafés, or structured events (like workshops).
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication #ChooseYourSetting
Pick environments that feel manageable—smaller gatherings, quieter cafés, or structured events (like workshops).
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication #ChooseYourSetting
October 23, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Here is a tip for those of us who want to communicate with strangers choose your setting carefully.
Pick environments that feel manageable—smaller gatherings, quieter cafés, or structured events (like workshops).
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication #ChooseYourSetting
Pick environments that feel manageable—smaller gatherings, quieter cafés, or structured events (like workshops).
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication #ChooseYourSetting
Show your support for Amersham and our charity this morning by going along to the Amersham Tuesday Market.
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Amersham #DiwaliCelebrations #CharityOfChoice #DiwaliInAmersham
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Amersham #DiwaliCelebrations #CharityOfChoice #DiwaliInAmersham
October 21, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Show your support for Amersham and our charity this morning by going along to the Amersham Tuesday Market.
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Amersham #DiwaliCelebrations #CharityOfChoice #DiwaliInAmersham
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Amersham #DiwaliCelebrations #CharityOfChoice #DiwaliInAmersham
Tomorrow, 21st October, there'll be some stalls in the town market as part of Amersham's Diwali celebrations.
You can visit the stalls and show your support between 9 am - 2 pm on Sycamore Road.
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #Amersham #DiwaliCelebrations #CharityOfChoice
You can visit the stalls and show your support between 9 am - 2 pm on Sycamore Road.
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #Amersham #DiwaliCelebrations #CharityOfChoice
October 20, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Tomorrow, 21st October, there'll be some stalls in the town market as part of Amersham's Diwali celebrations.
You can visit the stalls and show your support between 9 am - 2 pm on Sycamore Road.
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #Amersham #DiwaliCelebrations #CharityOfChoice
You can visit the stalls and show your support between 9 am - 2 pm on Sycamore Road.
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #Amersham #DiwaliCelebrations #CharityOfChoice
This week's Self-Care Saturday tip is to make time for creative outlets.
Creativity can be a powerful stress release and a way to express yourself. You don’t have to be "good" at it; the activity itself is what matters.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #CreativeOutlet
Creativity can be a powerful stress release and a way to express yourself. You don’t have to be "good" at it; the activity itself is what matters.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #CreativeOutlet
October 18, 2025 at 5:10 PM
This week's Self-Care Saturday tip is to make time for creative outlets.
Creativity can be a powerful stress release and a way to express yourself. You don’t have to be "good" at it; the activity itself is what matters.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #CreativeOutlet
Creativity can be a powerful stress release and a way to express yourself. You don’t have to be "good" at it; the activity itself is what matters.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #CreativeOutlet
For your chance to win an iPhone 17 Pro, all you need to do is buy a £1 weekly Buckinghamshire Lottery ticket.
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#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Bucks #AutismSupport #BuckinghamshireLottery #SupportOurCharity
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#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Bucks #AutismSupport #BuckinghamshireLottery #SupportOurCharity
October 17, 2025 at 5:18 PM
For your chance to win an iPhone 17 Pro, all you need to do is buy a £1 weekly Buckinghamshire Lottery ticket.
buckinghamshirelottery.co.uk/support/vale...
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Bucks #AutismSupport #BuckinghamshireLottery #SupportOurCharity
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#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Bucks #AutismSupport #BuckinghamshireLottery #SupportOurCharity
When communicating with strangers, allow pauses and
set personal boundaries.
It’s okay if the conversation has quiet moments. Don’t feel pressured to fill every silence—often, people are just thinking of what to say next.
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
set personal boundaries.
It’s okay if the conversation has quiet moments. Don’t feel pressured to fill every silence—often, people are just thinking of what to say next.
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
October 7, 2025 at 6:17 PM
When communicating with strangers, allow pauses and
set personal boundaries.
It’s okay if the conversation has quiet moments. Don’t feel pressured to fill every silence—often, people are just thinking of what to say next.
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
set personal boundaries.
It’s okay if the conversation has quiet moments. Don’t feel pressured to fill every silence—often, people are just thinking of what to say next.
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
🌍 National Body Language Day 🌍
Today we’re raising awareness about the challenges many autistic adults & parents of autistic children face in interpreting nonverbal cues like facial expressions, hand gestures, & tone of voice. 💙
#NationalBodyLanguageDay #AutismAwareness
Today we’re raising awareness about the challenges many autistic adults & parents of autistic children face in interpreting nonverbal cues like facial expressions, hand gestures, & tone of voice. 💙
#NationalBodyLanguageDay #AutismAwareness
October 3, 2025 at 7:06 AM
🌍 National Body Language Day 🌍
Today we’re raising awareness about the challenges many autistic adults & parents of autistic children face in interpreting nonverbal cues like facial expressions, hand gestures, & tone of voice. 💙
#NationalBodyLanguageDay #AutismAwareness
Today we’re raising awareness about the challenges many autistic adults & parents of autistic children face in interpreting nonverbal cues like facial expressions, hand gestures, & tone of voice. 💙
#NationalBodyLanguageDay #AutismAwareness
Here is a tip to communicate with strangers: look for a common interest.
It's much easier to talk to someone about your mutual love of Star Wars, as it gives you a level of comfort & knowledge.
#AutismBucks #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
It's much easier to talk to someone about your mutual love of Star Wars, as it gives you a level of comfort & knowledge.
#AutismBucks #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
October 2, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Here is a tip to communicate with strangers: look for a common interest.
It's much easier to talk to someone about your mutual love of Star Wars, as it gives you a level of comfort & knowledge.
#AutismBucks #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
It's much easier to talk to someone about your mutual love of Star Wars, as it gives you a level of comfort & knowledge.
#AutismBucks #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
On Wednesday, 8th October, we won't have a guest speaker, so we'll use it as an opportunity to talk about our members' life experiences & share information.
Date: Wednesday, 8th October 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #MembersOnlyMeeting
Date: Wednesday, 8th October 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #MembersOnlyMeeting
October 1, 2025 at 5:44 PM
On Wednesday, 8th October, we won't have a guest speaker, so we'll use it as an opportunity to talk about our members' life experiences & share information.
Date: Wednesday, 8th October 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #MembersOnlyMeeting
Date: Wednesday, 8th October 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #MembersOnlyMeeting
Here is a tip for those who want to communicate with strangers in a social setting, but don't know how
Try asking questions that require long responses, like “What brings you here today?” This helps to keep the conversation flowing.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication
Try asking questions that require long responses, like “What brings you here today?” This helps to keep the conversation flowing.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication
September 29, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Here is a tip for those who want to communicate with strangers in a social setting, but don't know how
Try asking questions that require long responses, like “What brings you here today?” This helps to keep the conversation flowing.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication
Try asking questions that require long responses, like “What brings you here today?” This helps to keep the conversation flowing.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips #Communication
For your chance to win a £1,000 Aldi Gift Card or a Cash Alternative, all you need to do is buy a £1 weekly Buckinghamshire Lottery ticket.
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#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Bucks #AutismSupport #BuckinghamshireLottery #SupportOurCharity
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#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Bucks #AutismSupport #BuckinghamshireLottery #SupportOurCharity
September 27, 2025 at 3:57 PM
For your chance to win a £1,000 Aldi Gift Card or a Cash Alternative, all you need to do is buy a £1 weekly Buckinghamshire Lottery ticket.
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#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Bucks #AutismSupport #BuckinghamshireLottery #SupportOurCharity
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#AutismBucks #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #Bucks #AutismSupport #BuckinghamshireLottery #SupportOurCharity
This week's Self-Care Saturday tip is to try a Sensory Bubble Bath.
Try a bath with lots of bubbles, a bath bomb, or luxury bath oils. Let yourself enjoy the sensory experience with no agenda but pleasure and comfort.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #SensoryBubbleBath
Try a bath with lots of bubbles, a bath bomb, or luxury bath oils. Let yourself enjoy the sensory experience with no agenda but pleasure and comfort.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #SensoryBubbleBath
September 27, 2025 at 3:40 PM
This week's Self-Care Saturday tip is to try a Sensory Bubble Bath.
Try a bath with lots of bubbles, a bath bomb, or luxury bath oils. Let yourself enjoy the sensory experience with no agenda but pleasure and comfort.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #SensoryBubbleBath
Try a bath with lots of bubbles, a bath bomb, or luxury bath oils. Let yourself enjoy the sensory experience with no agenda but pleasure and comfort.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #AutismTips #SelfCareRoutine #SensoryBubbleBath
Here is a tip for those of us who want to communicate with strangers in a social setting: prepare a concise way to introduce yourself (e.g., “Hi, I’m Alex. Nice to meet you”).
Rehearsing will help to reduce any anxiety & make your introductions easier.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips
Rehearsing will help to reduce any anxiety & make your introductions easier.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips
September 26, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Here is a tip for those of us who want to communicate with strangers in a social setting: prepare a concise way to introduce yourself (e.g., “Hi, I’m Alex. Nice to meet you”).
Rehearsing will help to reduce any anxiety & make your introductions easier.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips
Rehearsing will help to reduce any anxiety & make your introductions easier.
#AutismBucks #AutismTips
When communicating with strangers in a social setting, use body language.
A smile, nod, or brief eye contact can signal openness without needing many words. Small gestures show you’re approachable.
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
A smile, nod, or brief eye contact can signal openness without needing many words. Small gestures show you’re approachable.
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
September 24, 2025 at 8:21 AM
When communicating with strangers in a social setting, use body language.
A smile, nod, or brief eye contact can signal openness without needing many words. Small gestures show you’re approachable.
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
A smile, nod, or brief eye contact can signal openness without needing many words. Small gestures show you’re approachable.
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
Here is a tip for those who want to communicate with strangers in a social setting, but don't know how:
Have a few ready-made conversation starters, such as commenting on the environment or asking simple questions
#AutismBucks #Aylesbury #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
Have a few ready-made conversation starters, such as commenting on the environment or asking simple questions
#AutismBucks #Aylesbury #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
September 23, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Here is a tip for those who want to communicate with strangers in a social setting, but don't know how:
Have a few ready-made conversation starters, such as commenting on the environment or asking simple questions
#AutismBucks #Aylesbury #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
Have a few ready-made conversation starters, such as commenting on the environment or asking simple questions
#AutismBucks #Aylesbury #AutismCommunity #AutismJourney #AutismTips #Communication
This week's Self-Care Saturday tip is to Use Nature Sounds Indoors.
If going outside feels overwhelming, use a nature sounds playlist (like ocean waves, rain, or birdsong) to create a calming indoor vibe. It’s a subtle way to soothe your senses.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #NatureSounds
If going outside feels overwhelming, use a nature sounds playlist (like ocean waves, rain, or birdsong) to create a calming indoor vibe. It’s a subtle way to soothe your senses.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #NatureSounds
September 20, 2025 at 5:53 PM
This week's Self-Care Saturday tip is to Use Nature Sounds Indoors.
If going outside feels overwhelming, use a nature sounds playlist (like ocean waves, rain, or birdsong) to create a calming indoor vibe. It’s a subtle way to soothe your senses.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #NatureSounds
If going outside feels overwhelming, use a nature sounds playlist (like ocean waves, rain, or birdsong) to create a calming indoor vibe. It’s a subtle way to soothe your senses.
#AutismBucks #SelfCareSaturday #NatureSounds
On September 27th, Clare and 2 friends are taking part in the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge 2025, walking 25KM to raise money for Autism Bucks.
If you would like to support Clare, please donate whatever you can here www.justgiving.com/page/clare-w...
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #FundraisingEvent
If you would like to support Clare, please donate whatever you can here www.justgiving.com/page/clare-w...
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #FundraisingEvent
September 19, 2025 at 1:25 PM
On September 27th, Clare and 2 friends are taking part in the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge 2025, walking 25KM to raise money for Autism Bucks.
If you would like to support Clare, please donate whatever you can here www.justgiving.com/page/clare-w...
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #FundraisingEvent
If you would like to support Clare, please donate whatever you can here www.justgiving.com/page/clare-w...
#AutismBucks #AutismSupport #FundraisingEvent