Action for ASD

Action for ASD Is a charitable body for people affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. The organisation is based at the Autism Resource Centre, a specially designed facility in Harle Syke, Burnley, which houses our soft play centre, bouncy castle, activity area, games consoles, internet area, resource library, offices. conference and meeting rooms.

The Autism Resource Centre was opened in the summer of 2007, after the organisation received funding to install an Autism play centre and resource facility. Our geographical coverage is East Lancashire. The centre is the only specialist provision in the area offering leisure and recreational opportunities for young people with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders. From this base,

Action for ASD can offer on-site, specialist services and support to families and individuals affected by ASD. Action for ASD has been successful in developing a number of different services and projects and can now offer a comprehensive support framework from pre-diagnosis and beyond. The group has a strong membership from individuals with a diagnosis of ASD, their families, carers and members of the professional network.