Leeds Autism Services (LAS)

Leeds Autism Services (LAS) is a charity that offers a range of autism-specific services for adults. We are accredited by the National Autistic Society who provide us with a unified standard of excellence and a systematic framework for continuous self-examination and development. We provide support for people either in their own homes, community settings or one of our own facilities.“Our mission is to provide and develop a range of services for adults on the autism spectrum which are specialised, innovative, of high quality and well resourced; we continually seek to improve models of good practice which are delivered by a highly trained staff team.” Our Aim:• To provide adults on the autism spectrum with opportunities for personal development within a range of vocational settings • To promote community inclusion and increased social opportunity • To offer individually tailored packages of support in order to assist people to achieve their goals • To offer support and advice to individuals, families, and carers within a holistic and non-judgemental framework • To employ proactive strategies in order to promote and maintain good physical and mental wellbeing for adults on the autism spectrum • To work with other individuals and agencies in order to promote autism understanding and good autism practice We offer support ranging from 2hrs per week to 24hrs per day, 365 days a year. Offer of a placement is subject to a baseline assessment in conjunction with relatives, existing carers, and other professionals. We aim is to create a service, which is flexible, adaptable and person-centred.