Local Organisations & Info
IOW Autistic People's Discord
An online group to message with other autistic folks on the island, like a big group chat. Self diagnosed and people questioning if they are autistic are all welcome. This group is for ages 16+.
A small, cozy group, we usually message a few times a day.
We hope to welcome new people into the group
You can check it out anonymously or join using the button below.
Public Toilet Info
We talk to so many autistic people who use public toilets as a safe-space when out and about - no it's not just you!
So, to help out fellow safety seekers, here is a link to public toilets on the Isle of Wight - knowledge is power!
You can get the loo-down it out by clicking the button below.
Wightlink
Wightlink offer the free Helping Hand scheme that provides a discreet and easy way for people to make staff aware of invisible disabilities or needs without having to verbally communicate them.
There is also a Quiet Room available at the Portsmouth Gunwharf port.
Independent Arts
Independent Arts is an Isle of Wight charity, established in 1987, using the arts to improve well-being, quality of life and to reduce social isolation. We believe that art is for all stages of life and we deliver vital services across all ages, across the Island, mindful of the range of needs.
GP - Reasonable Adjustments
Click below to download a template to request reasonable adjustment from your GP.
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Priority Services for Gas, Electricity & Water
Click below to see how to apply to be put on your utility provider's priority register in case of loss of power, gas or water.
Water Sure Tariff
Click below to apply for Southern Water bill capping if a member of your household has a medical condition which means they use lots of water.
Island Roads
Click below to make general highways queries relating to Island Roads’ services, or to report issues.
Journey Planning
This website advises of all works on the public highway. This is an invaluable tool for those who want to plan their trips in advance or just check on upcoming planned works on the network.
National Organisations & Info
Spectrum Gaming
An autistic led online gaming community for autistic young people aged between 8 & 17 years old.
Flare Audio
Products that support noise sensitivity and auditory processing differences.
Useful Websites
Bridging the Neurodivide
Tigger Pritchard, awesomely neurodivergent and passionate about reducing anxiety for all. Lots of free resources and information.
Aucademy
The best way to learn about autism is from autistic educators.
An autistic-led educative platform comprised entirely of autistic academics, researchers, teachers, speakers, trainers, and advocates.
Autisticality
Educational info-graphics on various topics to do with autistic experience.
Autism Level UP!
Autism Awareness? Autism Appreciation? Autism Acceptance? None of these are a particularly high bar, but it is true that some people do, indeed, need real awareness while others need a better understanding of how to truly accept and appreciate. Still, others need goals beyond these. Hence, Autism Level UP! Wherever you are, take the next step! We aim to meet people wherever they are in their journey and help them continue forward. From real awareness all the way through empowerment and advocacy. Come level UP! with us. You're welcome here no matter where you are starting. A great first step is to read about the levels below and decide honestly where you are.
NeuroClastic
A collective of Autistic people responsive to the evolving needs and trajectory of the autistic community.