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
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#autism #inclusion #equality
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⭐⭐AutistiCon is happening!⭐⭐
Friday 10th October 2025, a free event for autistic / neurodivergent people and anyone with an interest in neurodiversity. We'd love you to get involved, so please visit our website to find out more>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/Event/autist...
Friday 10th October 2025, a free event for autistic / neurodivergent people and anyone with an interest in neurodiversity. We'd love you to get involved, so please visit our website to find out more>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/Event/autist...
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
👩🍳❤️👑🐇
#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...
👩🍳❤️👑🐇
#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #creative
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#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #creative
We've put together a video to say a massive thank you to everyone who took part in #AutistiCon2025 - you all made the day so special 😍
November 12, 2025 at 2:31 PM
We've put together a video to say a massive thank you to everyone who took part in #AutistiCon2025 - you all made the day so special 😍
This weeks' #WellnessWednesday resource, Caring for Ageing Minds, was kindly donated by freelance writer Rosie Buckley, and is also available in an easy-read format>> bit.ly/43x8LZd
November 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM
This weeks' #WellnessWednesday resource, Caring for Ageing Minds, was kindly donated by freelance writer Rosie Buckley, and is also available in an easy-read format>> bit.ly/43x8LZd
Satnam's making amazing progress at the gym. This week he visited with Rosie, where he worked up an appetite before going for a tasty pub lunch
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Fitness
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Fitness
November 12, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Satnam's making amazing progress at the gym. This week he visited with Rosie, where he worked up an appetite before going for a tasty pub lunch
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Fitness
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#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Fitness
Joe's been bowling with Rosie and Chris and despite a shaky start he absolutely smashed it in the second game, taking the victory and following up with a carvery lunch to celebrate - nice one Joe!
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#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #Leeds
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#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #Leeds
November 11, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Joe's been bowling with Rosie and Chris and despite a shaky start he absolutely smashed it in the second game, taking the victory and following up with a carvery lunch to celebrate - nice one Joe!
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#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #Leeds
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#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #Leeds
Tim is a real history buff and his thirst to learn more would take some beating, so he was totally in his element when he visited the history section of the book shop on a recent trip into Leeds with Emily 📖
#ActuallyAutistic
#ActuallyAutistic
November 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Tim is a real history buff and his thirst to learn more would take some beating, so he was totally in his element when he visited the history section of the book shop on a recent trip into Leeds with Emily 📖
#ActuallyAutistic
#ActuallyAutistic
Sadly, religious intolerance has been on the rise in the UK in recent years, so we have put together an easy-read guide about the benefits and importance of being tolerant of different faiths>> bit.ly/4oRgRE4
#InterFaithWeek #Inclusion #StrongerTogether
#InterFaithWeek #Inclusion #StrongerTogether
November 10, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Sadly, religious intolerance has been on the rise in the UK in recent years, so we have put together an easy-read guide about the benefits and importance of being tolerant of different faiths>> bit.ly/4oRgRE4
#InterFaithWeek #Inclusion #StrongerTogether
#InterFaithWeek #Inclusion #StrongerTogether
Lucy usually prefers to work in her own space, so it was a real achievement when she ventured down to our life skills kitchen to do her baking. Well done, Lucy! 😁
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
November 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Lucy usually prefers to work in her own space, so it was a real achievement when she ventured down to our life skills kitchen to do her baking. Well done, Lucy! 😁
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #LifeSkills
#UltimateThunder are a punk band made up of autistic and learning disabled musicians. Their story of #friendship, #creativity, and breaking barriers has been turned into a #documentary, but they need your help>> www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/ultimateth...
#ActuallyAutistic #PunkRock #Inclusion
#ActuallyAutistic #PunkRock #Inclusion
November 7, 2025 at 12:30 PM
#UltimateThunder are a punk band made up of autistic and learning disabled musicians. Their story of #friendship, #creativity, and breaking barriers has been turned into a #documentary, but they need your help>> www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/ultimateth...
#ActuallyAutistic #PunkRock #Inclusion
#ActuallyAutistic #PunkRock #Inclusion
**Please Share** 🏃♂️🥰
Kim and Hannah will be running the Leeds Abbey Dash 10k later this month to raise money for our charity. Hit the link to show your support>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/Appeal/kim-a...
Kim and Hannah will be running the Leeds Abbey Dash 10k later this month to raise money for our charity. Hit the link to show your support>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/Appeal/kim-a...
November 6, 2025 at 1:00 PM
**Please Share** 🏃♂️🥰
Kim and Hannah will be running the Leeds Abbey Dash 10k later this month to raise money for our charity. Hit the link to show your support>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/Appeal/kim-a...
Kim and Hannah will be running the Leeds Abbey Dash 10k later this month to raise money for our charity. Hit the link to show your support>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/Appeal/kim-a...
Cade has had another productive day at @tcvhollybush.bsky.social with Chloe, and is pictured here harvesting some of the Kale that he and the other members have helped to grow 😊
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Conservation
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Conservation
November 6, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Cade has had another productive day at @tcvhollybush.bsky.social with Chloe, and is pictured here harvesting some of the Kale that he and the other members have helped to grow 😊
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Conservation
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Conservation
For anyone who couldn't attend, the digital art exhibition from #AutistiCon2025 is now available to view online. We'd like to say a massive thank you to all the brilliant artists who contributed 😍
#ActuallyAutistic #AutisticArtist #Inclusion #AutistiCon
youtu.be/LSrqcOl4QRI
#ActuallyAutistic #AutisticArtist #Inclusion #AutistiCon
youtu.be/LSrqcOl4QRI
AutistiCon 2025 A Leeds Autism Services Event - Artwork and exhibition of artists *sensory warning*
*Please note this video contains sensory sounds/music that some may find distressing/upsetting* Hello, and welcome to the Leeds Autism Services YouTube Channel! For our recent event - AutistiCon 2025 - we asked the autistic community to submit their amazing artwork to showcase at the event. This video shows the amazing artwork that was on display at the event on the day. Thank you to everyone who submitted their art, and thank you to everyone who turned up to our event this year, I hope everyone enjoyed it as much as we did. To learn more about Leeds Autism Services, please visit: https://www.leedsautism.org.uk Please like and share this video, and don't forget to set your alerts, so you can keep informed of future Leeds Autism Services videos! To learn more about AutistiCon, please visit: https://autisticon.wordpress.com #autism #inclusion #art #LAS #AutistiCon
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November 5, 2025 at 5:30 PM
For anyone who couldn't attend, the digital art exhibition from #AutistiCon2025 is now available to view online. We'd like to say a massive thank you to all the brilliant artists who contributed 😍
#ActuallyAutistic #AutisticArtist #Inclusion #AutistiCon
youtu.be/LSrqcOl4QRI
#ActuallyAutistic #AutisticArtist #Inclusion #AutistiCon
youtu.be/LSrqcOl4QRI
Tieri and William have both been creating autumnal artworks. Tieri is painting paper cutouts in the shape of his hand to make leaves for a tree project, while William is experimenting with different tools to apply paints in seasonal colours 🍂🍃
#ActuallyAutistic #Autumn #Inclusion
#ActuallyAutistic #Autumn #Inclusion
November 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Tieri and William have both been creating autumnal artworks. Tieri is painting paper cutouts in the shape of his hand to make leaves for a tree project, while William is experimenting with different tools to apply paints in seasonal colours 🍂🍃
#ActuallyAutistic #Autumn #Inclusion
#ActuallyAutistic #Autumn #Inclusion
Happy #Wellnesswednesday
Life can be very stressful, so we've developed an easy-read guide for #StressAwarenessWeek with tips on how to improve your wellbeing by managing stress>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/stress-busti...
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Life can be very stressful, so we've developed an easy-read guide for #StressAwarenessWeek with tips on how to improve your wellbeing by managing stress>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/stress-busti...
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November 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Happy #Wellnesswednesday
Life can be very stressful, so we've developed an easy-read guide for #StressAwarenessWeek with tips on how to improve your wellbeing by managing stress>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/stress-busti...
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Life can be very stressful, so we've developed an easy-read guide for #StressAwarenessWeek with tips on how to improve your wellbeing by managing stress>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/stress-busti...
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Matty used every block in the bag to build this colourful city. If you look carefully, he's even placed some watchmen on top of some of the towers 👀
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Creativity
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Creativity
November 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Matty used every block in the bag to build this colourful city. If you look carefully, he's even placed some watchmen on top of some of the towers 👀
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Creativity
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Creativity
Our 2025 AGM is happening this November, and everyone is welcome! We won't have any fireworks, but there will be tea and biscuits. Click here for more details>> bit.ly/47wvchY
November 3, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Our 2025 AGM is happening this November, and everyone is welcome! We won't have any fireworks, but there will be tea and biscuits. Click here for more details>> bit.ly/47wvchY
Ben had a blast when he completed the White Rose Pumpkin Trail this week with Caroline. He managed to find every single pumpkin, bagging himself a chocolate-y prize 😋
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#ActuallyAutistic #Halloween #Inclusion
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#ActuallyAutistic #Halloween #Inclusion
October 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Ben had a blast when he completed the White Rose Pumpkin Trail this week with Caroline. He managed to find every single pumpkin, bagging himself a chocolate-y prize 😋
🕸️🦇🎃
#ActuallyAutistic #Halloween #Inclusion
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#ActuallyAutistic #Halloween #Inclusion
One of our amazing support workers, Kim, is taking part in the #LeedsAbbeyDash 10k run to raise money for Leeds Autism Services. You can show your support by clicking here>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/Appeal/kim-a...
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#Fundraising #Support #ThankYou
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#Fundraising #Support #ThankYou
October 31, 2025 at 12:30 PM
One of our amazing support workers, Kim, is taking part in the #LeedsAbbeyDash 10k run to raise money for Leeds Autism Services. You can show your support by clicking here>> www.leedsautism.org.uk/Appeal/kim-a...
🏃♀️➡️🏁🏅
#Fundraising #Support #ThankYou
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#Fundraising #Support #ThankYou
Wishing all our followers a spooky #FeelgoodFriday 🎃
It looks like everyone had a great time at the Mabgate Halloween celebration yesterday, where we enjoyed a mix of arts, crafts, music and food 🦇🕸️
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Halloween
It looks like everyone had a great time at the Mabgate Halloween celebration yesterday, where we enjoyed a mix of arts, crafts, music and food 🦇🕸️
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Halloween
October 31, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Wishing all our followers a spooky #FeelgoodFriday 🎃
It looks like everyone had a great time at the Mabgate Halloween celebration yesterday, where we enjoyed a mix of arts, crafts, music and food 🦇🕸️
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Halloween
It looks like everyone had a great time at the Mabgate Halloween celebration yesterday, where we enjoyed a mix of arts, crafts, music and food 🦇🕸️
#ActuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Halloween
There's something magical about seeing how food gets from field to plate, which is exactly what Cade did when he prepared this spinach on a recent visit to @tcvhollybush.bsky.social with Ash. We wonder what tasty treats you make with your spinach 🤔
#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #LifelongLearning
#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #LifelongLearning
October 30, 2025 at 2:30 PM
There's something magical about seeing how food gets from field to plate, which is exactly what Cade did when he prepared this spinach on a recent visit to @tcvhollybush.bsky.social with Ash. We wonder what tasty treats you make with your spinach 🤔
#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #LifelongLearning
#ActuallyAutistic #inclusion #LifelongLearning