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APUK Peer Support
Peer support is a space where Autistic parents can connect with others who share similar experiences.
It’s not therapy or counselling but a supportive environment where you can share, be heard, and receive understanding without judgment.
At Autistic Parents UK, we offer peer support through 1-to-1 sessions or small groups, with the best option for you discussed during your triage appointment.​
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Our peer support offering is made possible through the National Lottery Community Fund.
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If you are interested in accessing peer support, please complete our referral form below.
Our peer support is available to all Autistic parents, whether you have a formal diagnosis or are self-identified as Autistic.
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What happens when I submit my referral form?
For the answer to this question, or to learn more about peer support and APUK's peer support opportunities, please visit our About Peer Support page.
Please note: After submitting your form, your details will be cleared from the form. This means your form has been successfully submitted. A peer supporter will be in touch in the coming days.
Please note: After submitting your form, your details will be cleared from the form. This means your form has been successfully submitted. A peer supporter will be in touch in the coming days.
APUK Small Peer Group Feedback
It’s made me feel less alone. Lots of my feelings about my situation have been validated by sharing with the group. This has had a hugely positive effect on my mental wellbeing.
I struggle to engage with large social media groups so often feel quite isolated. It has been great to connect with like-minded people in a smaller group.
Having access to a friendly, like-minded group of parents for informal chat and support has really helped me feel less alone in my experiences and thoughts.
I feel less alone with some of my experiences so far as an autistic mother, and I've recommended the peer support groups to a few friends too.
Community Guidelines
We know that rules are not always well received but in order to keep our members safe we have some basic rules; each has been well thought out and has a valid rationale behind it. We are happy to chat with you about this further if you would like, feel free to drop us a message.
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You can view and download our guidelines here.