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.

Thornbeck College is the perfect place for Daniel

“Since starting at the college, Daniel has matured, he is able to deal with small changes more easily and his speech has come on a lot,” says Paula Rice.

A bright future for Leonnie

Mum Angela pays tribute to North East Autism Society for decade of care and education for her daughter Leonnie.

Now ready to move on to an internship

Carer Julie McGonigal is filled with pride over foster son James Pittilla’s new internship with the NHS, having graduated from Thornhill Park School.

The difference in my girl is miraculous

Mandy didn’t know what the future would hold for her daughter Charlotte, who was diagnosed as being autistic as a toddler.

She called me ‘mum’ for the first time

After struggling to find the right help and environment for daughter Alicia, her life transform when she started at Thornhill Park School.

Moving onwards and upwards to college

Lauren Stephens, aged 20 from Stanley, has achieved so much during her time at NEAS and is now studying Hospitality and Catering.

I couldn’t recommend the school highly enough

Harry Schofield has gone from strength to strength since starting at the Mackenzie Thorpe Centre.

Sophia has her sparkle and smile back!

Samantha Luker explains how the Mackenzie Thorpe Centre has helped her daughter, Sophia, to thrive.

When help arrives, it can change your world

Securing a place at the Mackenzie Thorpe Centre has changed seven-year-old Gareth’s life, says mum Leigh.

Daniel can finally achieve his full potential

For Daniel Richardson, school was a daily struggle – but that changed when he secured a place at NEAS’s Mackenzie Thorpe Centre.

Brandon’s Alpaca Adventure

From fundraising to planning visits, Brandon, a post-14 learner at Aycliffe School, was pivotal to making sure his classmates enjoyed a unique school trip.

Work experience on the farm is a hit with Leland

Leland got hands on with work experience at New Warlands Farm.

Aycliffe Pupils Achieve Arts Award

Two learners at Aycliffe school have achieved Bronze Art Awards with Durham University.

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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