autism anglia
Essex
Autism Anglia is an independent charity that provides care and support to
autistic children, adults, and their families in East Anglia. Services in Essex,
Suffolk, and Norfolk, managed from office in Colchester, offer personalised
approaches that provide each individual with the necessary skills and strategies
to enable them to realise their own strengths and abilities. The charity also
seeks to promote greater knowledge and understanding of autism through training,
education, and supplying information to the public and professionals. We offer
numerous services for autistic people and their families, including: The origins
of the charity started back in the early 1970s with families living in Essex and
Norfolk independently realising that there was no specialist provision for their
children who were on the Autism Spectrum. This lack of provision resulted in two
entirely separate organisations being operated and managed up until 2008 when
negotiations brought about the successful merger and the formation of Autism
Anglia. From similar beginnings to where you find us now; here are the key
points. 1970 The Norwich and Norfolk Society for Autistic Children was formed by
five families affected by autism. 1973 Two sets of parents with newly diagnosed
children setup up the Essex Society for Autistic Children. 1977 Doucecroft
School opened in Kelvedon for children up to 16 years old. 1983 Provision
extended to include services for young adults with an Adult Life Care Centre and
the name was changed to The Essex Autistic Society. Norfolk Autistic Community
Housing Association (NACHA) formed to provide residential homes to people with
autism. The Norwich and Norfolk Society for Autistic Children changed its name
to the Norfolk Autistic Society. 1994 The Norfolk Autistic Society Trust Fund
established to benefit people with autism and their families. 1999 Further
Education facilities for 16-19-year-olds given a dedicated campus in Kelvedon.
2004 Family Support service launched to help individuals and families affected
by autism. Through collaboration, the Norfolk Autistic Society provided short
breaks for children with autism and learning disabilities. 2005 Doucecroft
School moved from Kelvedon to purpose-built facilities in Eight Ash Green,
Colchester. 2008 NACHA merged with The Essex Autistic Society and the new
charity changed its name on 1 May to Autism Anglia which better reflected its
area of operation. The Norfolk Autistic Society merged with Autism Anglia. 2019
Relocation of our Century House Colchester Office a short walk away to North
Hill.
