Diagnosis

From unemployed to employee of the month

After three years of unemployment, Vicky Pervin began searching for help online and came across DiversityNE, delivered in partnership by NEAS and Azure Charitable Enterprises.

Having Luke at our wedding meant the world

Luke Evans, 26, made his mum's day by being there for her wedding, thanks to the support of his care team from the North East Autism Society.

Hub helped me understand what my child needs

Mum Alice O'Neill says that autism hubs run by the Family Development service at NEAS have given her invaluable support with her three-year-old son Sam.

We found a new way to be a family

Helen and Dorian Latham on celebrating the "little triumphs" with their son Frank and residential care staff from the North East Autism Society.

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We passionately believe that autistic children and adults have significant skills and strengths, which can be developed throughout their lifetime.

Our approach aims to support individuals to participate in society as independent and valued citizens, enjoying equal rights and opportunities but also enriching the world around them.

Employment Futures

Joseph’s future looks bright after Empower Works support

24-year-old Joseph Davison is thriving in his new job after a successful work trial in a state-of-the-art factory.

Josh makes huge progress in job search

Josh thrives on autism charity’s employability scheme.

Jobseeker launches radio show

A jobseeker who relied on music to help him through his mental health struggles has launched his own radio show on a well-known community station.

Jake thrives in volunteer role

A Northumberland man says he has found his purpose again by volunteering for a charity after eight years out of work.

CC is happy to leave her comfort zone

After 18 months at Thornbeck College, CC has built up a strong relationship with staff and is trying things she has never done before – with huge success.

The support given was a lifeline

For Emma Lee and her seven-year-old son Eddie, attending a NEAS toddler group was the ‘first step onto a remarkable journey…

It’s a place where the kids can just be themselves

Newcastle mum-of-two Beth Hunter was looking for more information about autism following her daughter Sadie’s diagnosis when she first heard about the North East Autism Society (NEAS)…

NEAS was there for me and my family

Jason Lyon says the charity’s Autism Hub has given him vital help and guidance as he supports three family members waiting for an autism assessment.

Here autism is the norm

Gateshead mum Rachel Hill says attending toddler groups with four-year-old son Cole has “changed our lives.”

Group is our ‘little family’

Anne Wilkinson takes her granddaughter Cora to the toddler group in Walker and says it has changed the two-year-old’s life around.

We all grew in confidence thanks to toddler group

A toddler group in County Durham helped Ruth understand her family’s needs and prepare her son Leo for school.

It really is life-changing

Janine Mooney found a place to connect with other parents when she and her son Jack attended a NEAS toddler group.

Support was vital for our family

Lyndsey Morgan and her son Ralph felt comfortable and accepted at the NEAS toddler group in Billingham.

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From unemployed to employee of the month

Having Luke at our wedding meant the world

Hub helped me understand what my child needs

We found a new way to be a family

Changed Lives