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The Lighter Side of Autism

Our Members have Talent! These pictures were drawn by Sara Madden-Connor who is able to look at her condition through the lens of humour. © Sara Madden-Connor 2023 © Sara Madden-Connor 2023 © Sara Madden-Connor 2023 © Sara Madden-Connor 2023

By neil.cary, 2 months26-Jan-23 ago
Activities

Night Owls at the Science Museum

2022 has been a great year for activities for Autism Bucks, and our visit to the Science Museum in London was no exception. This venerable Institution holds regular, ticket-only evening events it calls “Night Owls” where the environment is adjusted Read more…

By neil.cary, 4 months20-Nov-22 ago
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The Bagnall Project

The former Bagnall Centre for Integrated Healthcare is a catalyst for Oasis to embark on an ambitious project in Chesham, as part of the charity’s new direction and plans for expansion. Offering 6,000 sq. ft over three floors, and with Read more…

By neil.cary, 5 months06-Nov-22 ago
Activities

A Night Out at the Speed Track

Since our last visit to Rogue Leisure for a night of bowling and go-karting in March we’ve been planning a return.   Last night 14 members and 3 trustees enjoyed another action-packed session courtesy of that wonderful charity, Absolutely Together.   Please take the Read more…

By neil.cary, 6 months29-Sep-22 ago
Activities

Down on Animal Farm

Once again with thanks to The Rothschild Foundation, some of our members had a memorable day out at Animal Antiks. For those of you who don’t know, Animal Antiks is a charity that offers animal-assisted learning to support young people Read more…

By neil.cary, 8 months11-Aug-22 ago
Activities

Autism Bucks Takes To The Water

On Wednesday 13th July a group of members boarded a boat for a trip on the Aylesbury canal. The weather was perfect, and the crew on The Little Trip Boat treated us royally. This little-known canal “arm” passes through some Read more…

By neil.cary, 9 months14-Jul-22 ago
Local Support

Buckinghamshire Culture – Seeking Community Curators

Together We Build Together We Build is a Bucks project celebrating 10 years since the London 2012 Paralympics. We are seeking d/Deaf and disabled Community Curators who want to help us share the story of the Paralympics and what it Read more…

By neil.cary, 9 months28-Jun-22 ago
Activities

A Visit to Chesham Open Air Pool

One Saturday evening in June some of the Trustees and Members headed off to the Chesham Open Air Pool for an exclusive swimming session set up for Autism Bucks, and paid for through the genoristy of The Rothschild Foundation. This Read more…

By neil.cary, 10 months19-Jun-22 ago
Local Support

Bucks Heroes Project

Bucks Heroes Project wants to collaborate with local communities to celebrate and explore their extraordinary stories and heritage, which are currently under-represented at the Museum. Bucks Heroes is all about celebrating stories of overcoming There will be a Bucks Heroes Read more…

By neil.cary, 1 year10-Mar-22 ago
Fundraising

March in March for Autism

To raise money for our Charity we’re inviting you to create your own Sponsored Exercise Autism Bucks is holding it’s first ever ‘March in March’! It’s very simple; simply pledge a distance you want to cover and pick a day Read more…

By neil.cary, 1 year02-Mar-22 ago
Next Events

12-Apr-23  -  Members Zoom Meeting

Our Zoom meetings happen on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 18:30 - 20:00


26-Apr-23  -  Go-karting

Our previous go-karting events have been a great success so we\'re going to do it again. Invitations will be sent to all members closer to the time.


24-May-23  -  Little Boat Trip, Aylesbury

Another repeat of our fun trip in 2022. Closer to the time I’ll send invitations.


23-Aug-23  -  Guided Walk around Old Amersham

More details to follow


25-Oct-23  -  Bowling

Details to follow



Latest News

The Shifting landscape of autism    (6-Mar-23)

The shifting landscape of autism services: Therapist Neurodiversity Collective’s Julie Roberts Noncompliant – the podcast a podcast about neurodiversity and human rights. Link


Transitions to Work Scheme   (18-Feb-23)

Talkback and Citizens Advice Bucks are launching a new, 10 week transitions to work programme. Designed to help autistic people aged between 16 and 25 years old, who live in Buckinghamshire and can travel independently, into the world of work. Link


Recovering from trauma...   (16-Feb-23)

Recovering from trauma caused by "the system" By Chrissa Cathie Long & Andy Bilson via You Tube Link


Establishing workplace adjestments    (16-Feb-23)

Establishing workplace adjustments: How I learned to advocate for my Autistic needs by Justine Field Link


Why Doesn’t Standard Talking Therapy Work .....   (16-Feb-23)

Why Doesn’t Standard Talking Therapy Work for Autistic People? By Dr Alice Nicholls We know that 70% of autistic people will be diagnosed with at least one mental health problem at some point in their life. This means that autistic, neurodiverse people, and people with a diagnosis of ASD, ASC or Asperger’s syndrome are more likely to struggle with their mental health than the general population. Despite this high prevalence, most talking therapies have been designed to suit a neurotypical thinking style. Link


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