“Help support and information about
Autistic Spectrum Disorders”

A support group to promote the rights and interests of all individuals with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, their families, carers and partners

How did the charity start?
The Stroud Autistic Support Group was set up in September 2000 by three mothers with children on the autistic spectrum. They found there was little family support and information about autism available, and this motivated them to set up an informal parental support group within the county of Gloucestershire. Membership increased rapidly and as the group expanded, it became obvious that autism affected many different people in a wide variety of settings; at home, at school, in the workplace, and in all areas of everyday life. In March 2001, the group became a registered charity.

Membership

Membership is open to anyone with an interest in ASD living within the county of Gloucestershire. Membership gives an individual the right to vote at the Annual General Meeting and to receive the newsletter. Membership records are held on a computerised database. An annual membership fee is charged each year and further information about membership is available from the Membership Secretary.

Donations

Financial donations are always welcomed and help to fund the services that the Charity offers to its members. If you are a UK Tax Payer and wish to give a donation please request a gift aid form from The Treasurer to enable the Charity to reclaim tax from the Inland Revenue.