Peer support
- Lancashire Autism Peer & Self Advocacy Service (LAPSS)
Self-advocacy services for autistic people living in Lancashire, including those waiting for a diagnosis. - AS North West
Social and peer support group for autistic adults aged 35 and over in the North West.
Mental health support
- Lancs & Cumbria NHS mental health support
A range of mental health services for children and adults in the Lancashire and South Cumbria area. - Community Mental Health Team (adults)
Support for local NHS service users who require a multi-disciplinary approach. - Community Mental Health Team (older adults)
Support for local people over 65 with severe mental health needs, and for those under 65 with early onset dementia.
Speech and language therapy
- Services for local adults who have difficulties with speech, language, and communication.
Central Lancashire | East Lancashire | West Lancashire
Occupational therapy
- Community occupational therapy service
Assessment of everyday needs to enable independence at home and help carers to manage their role safely. - Autism service dog charities and organisations
Dogs for Autism | Autism Dogs Charity | Support Dogs
Self-help guides and apps
- ORCHA
Reviews of digital health and medical apps (searchable by condition or keyword). - NHS self-help guide
A guide to help if you or someone you care about are autistic or might be autistic
Directory of local services
- How to access Lancs & Cumbria mental health services
- Lancs & Cumbria NHS service map
An interactive map of different services provided in the Lancashire and South Cumbria local area.
