We maintain this website, which contains a wealth of info & advice
We hold social gatherings where our members meet face-to-face or online
We advise organisations looking to improve their understanding of autism.
We help our members deal with the complexities of local govt support
Become a Member
We meet and share our experiences, successes and frustrations. Sometimes we will talk about a particular aspect of autism, or current affairs. Occasionally we will have guest speakers, or will go on an organised visit.
Please click the button below to sign up – there’s no cost and no obligation.
Upcoming Events
14-Sep-24 - Pottery Class
One of our members will be running a pottery class for our members. Places are limited so look out for the invitation.
25-Sep-24 - Go-karting
To all you petrolheads out there, our 2024 Formula Go-kart will happen this evening. Invitations to follow.
9-Oct-24 - Zoom Meeting
Invitations to be sent closer to the event. Cari Petersen from Age UK Bucks will be joining us.
22-Oct-24 - Parents Zoom Meeting
This meeting is specifically for our Parent members. Paulette will be leading a conversation based on her personal Experience of SEND and Applying for Education, Health, Care Plans (EHCP)
23-Oct-24 - Face-to-face Meeting
This will happen in Aylesbury - details to follow
13-Nov-24 - Zoom Meeting
Details to follow
27-Nov-24 - Face-to-face Meeting
Planned to Aylesbury - details to follow
11-Dec-24 - Christmas Party
This year our Xmas party will take place in Amersham
Latest Autism News
Post- diagnostic Support (12-Sep-24)
Post-diagnostic support for adults diagnosed with autism in adulthood in the UK: A systematic review with narrative synthesis. Link
Diagnosed with personality disorder (12-Sep-24)
The experiences of autistic adults who were previously diagnosed with borderline or emotionally unstable personality disorder: A phenomenological study. Link
Understanding autistic youths (2-Sep-24)
Understanding autistic youths' menstrual product preferences and caregivers' product choices. Link
Transition (13-Aug-24)
Same Transition, Different Perspectives: Comparing Dyadic Interviews with Autistic Young Adults and Parents. Link
Adapting communication (2-Aug-24)
Adapting communication with autistic service users: Co-produced adaptations for medical services, employers, and the third sector. Autistic people have a greater need to access services (e.g., health and social care, welfare, justice, etc.), yet face significant disadvantages when doing so, often due to poor two-way communication between service providers and service users. This study aimed to co-develop practical, evidence-based adaptations to facilitate communication between service providers and autistic people. Link
Our news items are frequently updated. Please click the button below to see all previous news items.
Autism is a long journey of learning and understanding. Meet our members and hear their stories. We promise you will be amazed by the diverse spectrum of Autism.
Volunteer
Autism Bucks has no paid staff – everything we’ve achieved is through the time given freely by the Trustees and Volunteers.
We are looking for people who are dependable, giving with their time, and empathetic and understanding of Autism.
All we ask is that you join our meetings and social activities, ready to help if the need arises. This could include anything from setting up the venue, making cups of tea, or simply talking to our members; Trustees from Autism Bucks will always be there to guide you and support you.
Learn about Autism
Autism is called a spectrum condition because it affects people in different ways and to different degrees.
Resources & Useful Links
We have put together a list ofAutism resources under Support & Advice, Social & Activities, Education & Employment and Children.
Frequently Asked Questions
From the people who have visited this website, we have have listed all their Frequently Asked Questions (and the answers).
Autism Awareness Programme
Autism Bucks aims to develop a range of varied and accessible awareness and training resources, created and delivered by autistic people and/or parent/carers of autistic people.
This video is an interview with Gary Freeman, an independent SEND Consultant and advocate.
More videos are available on our YouTube channel.
Recent Articles ...
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- Awareness
- Local Support
- Activities
- Fundraising
Books on Autism
Books on Autism and its associated conditions that have been recommended by our Members.
Assistance Cards
There are many (perhaps too many) assistance cards available for Autistic people. Here are some of them.
Neurodiversity Passports
‘Neurodiversity Passports’ are a resource for autistic people who might need hospital treatment.
About Us
Autism Bucks was founded in 2018 by a small group of like-minded people passionate about Autism. In 2019 Autism Bucks gained charity status and as such operates within its constitution and in line with the guidelines and regulations set out by the Charity Commission.
Autism Bucks is led by a board of trustees and its work supported by a team of volunteers. Its membership is made up of autistic adults, carers and family members and professionals with an interest in autism.
