At the Community Foundation for Merseyside, we are proud to support initiatives that create inclusive and accessible services for people living with autism. One such project is Autism Adventures Training, which has made a meaningful impact in Liverpool by providing essential healthcare and support in an autism-friendly environment.

Delivered by staff trained in autism awareness, these clinics provided services such as blood pressure checks, vaccine information updates, mental health support, and healthy lifestyle guidance.

Working in partnership with the Margaret Thompson Medical Centre, the project ensured that individuals with autism, both diagnosed and awaiting diagnosis, could receive care in a setting that minimised stress and sensory overload.

Thanks to funding from the PHP Health Centre, Autism Adventures has successfully expanded its work with GP surgeries and social prescribing networks. Key achievements include:

The success of Autism Adventures Training demonstrates how community-led initiatives can transform lives. By creating autism-friendly healthcare spaces, providing specialist training, and fostering a network of support, they are helping autistic individuals, and their families access the care they deserve.