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I wish all the best for the AutAngel community going forward. Take care everyone, Jess xx Thank you, Jess, for everything you’ve brought to AutAngel!

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I am so grateful for the positive experiences I have had here and would like to thank you all for your insightful, interesting and humorous conversations. I love how deep our autistic minds are and have learnt so much from my time here.

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Dear AutAngel Members, I wanted to write to you all to let you know that at the end of March I will be leaving AutAngel. I am moving back to Derbyshire to be closer to my family after my lovely little niece was born. I am looking forward to the future, but will miss the AutAngel community very much

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Will you join us for our Saturday Drop-In group and Jess’s leaving do? It’s a casual one, come when you can between 3:00 and 5:00pm on SATURDAY 28TH MARCH at the AutAngel offices. You can read Jess’s full statement below:

Saturday Drop-In & Jess's Leaving Do
Saturday 28 March
3-5pm
Location: AutAngel Office

Picture of Jess and Alba the blue-grey cat. Caption: Alba the cat not included.

Swipe to read Jess's message to the community. Yellow arrow points right.

Dear AutAngel Members,

I wanted to write to you all to let you know that at the end of March I will be leaving
AutAngel. I am moving back to Derbyshire to be closer to my family after my lovely little
niece was born. I am looking forward to the future, but will miss the AutAngel
community very much.

I am so grateful for the positive experiences I have had here and would like to thank you all for your insightful, interesting and humorous conversations. I love how deep our autistic minds are and have learnt so much from my time here.

I wish all the best for the AutAngel community going forward.

Take care everyone,
Jess

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Which of our staff will be wearing antlers to the Christmas quiz? Come and find out! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/autangel-f...

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Happening tonight! Jenny Lucas will be talking to Jess about her new book on eventbrite. Join us: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/autism-and...

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

We are excited to be talking to @audhdisticallyme.bsky.social about her new book on the 10th November. Get your ticket here - www.eventbrite.com/e/autism-and...

A young white woman with short blond hair holding a mug. Text: Autism & ADHD: a love letter and survival guide. This online conversation with author Jenny Lucas is a love letter and survival guide to every autistic woman who has ever felt “too much” or “not enough”.

AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Happening this evening! Do join us.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Coming up next Monday at 18:30, Creating Safe Spaces for Autistic People, a new online event. Further details and booking here: www.eventbrite.com/e/creating-s... Do join us!

Creating Safe Autistic Spaces

An Interview with Laura Hellfeld and Scott Neilson

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Come and meet some of the Autangel team at Reading uni freshers fair, you can find us on the Whiteknights campus, in the large tent near the student union. See you there!

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

AutAngels Online Events are back! On Monday 6th October at 6:30pm, Laura Hellfeld and Scott Neilson will be talking to us about their new book, Creating Safe Spaces for Autistic People. If you would like to join us, get your ticket now at www.eventbrite.com/e/creating-s...

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

Mixed feelings at our allotment today, delighted to see poppies but disappointed courgette had been comprehensively destroyed in 2 days

sad looking plant with one leaf left and stems that previously had leaves eaten

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David Gray-Hammond (NeuroHub Community) @neurohubcommunity.org · 06/06/2025

🚨 Adults over 25 are being cut off from ADHD assessments in Coventry & Warwickshire. This isn't just bad policy—it's systemic abandonment. Read why this matters, and why we must resist: www.davidgrayhammond.co.uk/p/abandoned-... #NeurodivergentRights #ADHD #AuDHD #NHS #ActuallyAutistic

davidgrayhammond.co.uk

Abandoned at 25: The Quiet Ejection of Adults from ADHD Services

Services in Coventry and Warwickshire Will No Longer Refer Adults Over 25

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

This is extremely disappointing, Equality and Human Rights commissioner seemingly unaware that Trans rights are Human rights. Could have come from Orwell's 1984 doublespeak. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

theguardian.com

EHRC commissioner calls for trans people to accept reduced rights

Akua Reindorf said law never permitted self-ID, but trans campaigners call remarks ‘profoundly unhelpful’

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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 04/06/2025

“Neurodivergent people are more likely to have experienced trauma, including chronic invalidation, that can have a lasting impact. This is why it is vital to be trauma-informed while also being neurodiversity affirming.” From The Chronically Resilient OT: www.chronicresilienceot.com/blog/neurodi...

chronicresilienceot.com

Neurodiversity Affirming Practice for Mental Health — Chronic Resilience

An overview of neurodiversity affirming practice for mental health, what this means, what this looks like and some resources for continued learning and reflection.

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Dan Poole @danpoole.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Next week @beatrixbird.bsky.social and I will be presenting b2b for Cafe Autistique at the Contact Theatre in Manchester. Talking research on attention,distraction and monotropism

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Thanks so much for doing this work, its so valuable.

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Met today with the "Partner & Community Liaison Coordinator" at John Lewis Reading and she was very supportive and offered us the opportunity to have a stand in the shop for a day, so you might see us there.

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Is true Ann, we were actually wondering how you find the time to go through all the stuff and then generously share relevant stuff.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

great thread from @annmemmott.bsky.social who was mentioned in our staff meeting today for her amazing ability to cover #autism research.

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Red things at/from our allotment today strawberries and poppies

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

We are starting our introduction chats for our 10-week Wokingham Exploring Being Autistic programme and there are a few spaces available. Contact Jess via email or fill out this survey (s.surveyplanet.com/vqj5474k) if you are an autistic adult (no diagnosis required) and are interested.

Our Exploring Being Autistic programme is coming to Wokingham in May 2025. Spaces available for autistic adults who want to learn more about themselves and meet other autistic people. Contact Jess at engagement@autangel.org.uk by Monday 20th April 2025.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

We are recommeding this talk to our members. It is wonderful to see someone combining authenticity, integrity and professionalism with being openly autistic. Moving and inspiring.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

Do you live in Wokingham and are autistic or think you might be? AutAngel is running an Exploring Being Autistic programme in Wokingham. If you are aged 18 or above and want to find out more, please complete this survey before 20th April 2025 and we will be in touch: s.surveyplanet.com/vqj5474k

Are you 18 or over and autistic (or think you might be)?
Exploring Being Autistic
is a 10-week autistic-led programme, 2 hours per session
This is a chance to meet other autistic people and explore what autism means for you, and build upon self-compassion by identifying strengths and mitigating challenges.
Starting in May 2025
Free at the point of service: Donations requested but not required
Please contact Jess at engagement@autangel.org.uk by Monday 20th April 2025

AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

We will be having a stall at the Wokingham Autism Awareness Day event this afternoon. It is a free event and all are welcome. There will be lots of information stalls and various workshops throughout the day. You can book your free ticket at: www.ticketsource.co.uk/send-voices-...

Wokingham World Autism Awareness Day
Date: Wednesday 2nd April
Time: 2-7pm
Location: The Oakwood Centre, Woodley, RG5 4JZ

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Caroline Hearst @autismmatters.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

There has been a lot of publicity about The Age of Diagnosis by Suzanne O'Sullivan, she argues that there is over-diagnosis of autism. I think there is over-medicalisation which is what is driving diagnosis where identification should suffice.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

One week to go until our next online event on Monday 24th March at 6:30pm. This is part 2 of Jodie Isitt's Circle of Co-Regulation webinar. @thenurturepro.bsky.social If you would like to watch part 1, please email info@autangel.org.uk www.eventbrite.com/e/1251814213...

The Circle of Co-Regulation: Part 2 with Jodie Isitt

A follow-on from the Nurturing CCC Programme with Jodie Isiit.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

The Circle of Co-Regulation: Part 2 with Jodie Isitt

A follow-on from the Nurturing CCC Programme with Jodie Isiit.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Monday 24th March 6:30-7:30pm Come along for Part 2 of Jodie Isitt's webinar: The Circle of Co-Regulation. Her first session was wonderfully insightful, informative and honest. To request Part 1, please email info@autangel.org.uk. @thenurturepro.bsky.social www.eventbrite.com/e/1251814213...

The Circle of Co-Regulation: Part 2 with Jodie Isitt

A follow-on from the Nurturing CCC Programme with Jodie Isiit.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Are you interested in becoming an AutAngel member? We have many peer groups available for anyone aged 18+ who identifies as being autistic. Here is what is coming up in one of our groups over the next few months. If you would like to join, sign up via our website: www.autangel.org.uk

Book Group on Thursday evenings 7pm to 8:30pm at the AutAngel Office. Books include Sapiens, The Midnight Library, We'll Prescribe You a Cat, The Five People You Meet in Heaven and The Phone Box at the Edge of the World.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Do you have neurodivergent children? Come along to our event tonight with Jodie Isitt, founder of The Nurture Programme. 6:30-7:30pm. Tickets are available here! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-nurtur...

Poster for an AutAngel event called An Introduction to The Nurturing CCC Programme with Jodie Isitt. Monday 17th February 6:30pm.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Jess will be giving a free 40 minute talk about autism and neurodiversity to the general public at Tilehurst Library, Reading. Starting at 3pm on Thursday 13th February. *Please note, this is not training. If you are interested in some training please contact us on engagement@autangel.org.uk

Poster with the title of free autism and neurodiversity talk: a loved experience perspective. Thursday 13th February 3pm. You are welcome to come along to a 40 minute talk about autism through the lens of the neurodiversity paradigm. This is an introductory talk for anyone who is interested and will be followed by a short questions and answer session.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

If you live in Wokingham and are autistic (or think you might be), we will be running our Exploring Being Autistic programme at a Wokingham venue in Spring 2025. If you are interested, please complete our survey by scanning the QR code or clicking here: s.surveyplanet.com/vqj5474k

Poster for Exploring Being Autistic - Wokingham. For anyone who is 18 or over and is autistic (or thinks they might be). This is a chance to meet other autistic people and explore what autism means for you. This programme aims to build upon self-compassion by identifying strengths and mitigating challenges. This is a 10 week programme, 2 hours per session. Starting in Spring 2025. If you are interested, complete the survey.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

That's great to know! We're looking forward to hearing from her.

AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Our next event will be on Monday 17th February with Jodie Issit, founder of The Nurture Programme, who will be giving us an introduction to The Nurturing CCC Programme, which supports neurodivergent families using the Calm, Connection & Co-Regulation model. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-nurtur...

The Nurturing CCC Programme: An Introduction with Jodie Issit

The Nurturing CCC (Calm, Connection & Co-Regulation) Programme: An Introduction with Jodie Issit

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Do you live in Wokingham and are (or think you might be) autistic? We will be running a Wokingham-based Exploring Being Autistic programme in Spring 2025. If you think you might be interested, please complete this survey: s.surveyplanet.com/vqj5474k You must be aged 18+

Are you autistic or think you might be?
Whether you have known all your life, are recently diagnosed, on a waiting list or just wondering, you are welcome to take part in our Exploring Being Autistic programme at AutAngel. We have an in-person and online 10-week programme available.
Aim of the programme: learn about autism and discover if/how if affects you personally, process emotional response to identification/ diagnosis, consider pros and cons of disclosing identification/diagnosis, develop strategies to enhance strengths and mitigate challenges associated with autism, meet with autistic peers.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

This is an accessible book, designed for young people. I loved the Rest, Recharge and Rewild section of this book; it’s compassionate and gives helpful ideas about how to walk through recovery. On Monday 20th January, 6:30pm, @jodieclarke.bsky.social will be speaking at our event about this topic.

Navigating Autistic Burnout in Children and Young People

Jodie Clarke explores how we can support our ND young people through burnout.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

We still have a couple of spaces available on our January Exploring Being Autistic programmes. If you are interested, please get in touch with us as soon as possible. Online: Tuesdays 2-4pm (starting 21/1/2025) In-Person: Saturdays 10am-12pm in Reading (starting 18/01/2025)

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AutAngel Email Forms

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

Do you know any children or young people who might be experiencing autistic burnout? On Monday 20th January (6:30-7:30pm) we will be hearing from autism practitioner, @jodieclarke.bsky.social, who will be exploring autistic burnout in children and young people. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/navigating...

Navigating Autistic Burnout in Children and Young People

Jodie Clarke explores how we can support our ND young people through burnout.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

Do you know any children or young people who you think might be experiencing autistic burnout? On Monday 20th January (6:30-7:30pm) we will be hearing from autism practitioner, Jodie Clarke, who will be exploring autistic burnout in children and young people. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/navigating...

Navigating Autistic Burnout in Children and Young People

Jodie Clarke explores how we can support our ND young people through burnout.

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

Last call for our Christmas quiz - starting at 6:30pm over Zoom tonight (16.12.24) www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/christmas-...

Christmas Quiz and Coping Tips

Test your Christmas knowledge, and share tips for coping with the festive season

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AutAngel CIC @autangel.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

There's still time to join us for our Christmas Quiz and Coping Tips event on Monday 16th December over Zoom at 6:30pm. We would love to see you there. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/christmas-...

Christmas Quiz and Coping Tips

Test your Christmas knowledge, and share tips for coping with the festive season