There is lots of support available to you even if you don’t have a diagnosis of autism. The following services can offer support in a range of areas regardless of whether or not you have an Autism diagnosis or feel you may be Autistic.
The Plymouth Online Directory allows you to access information and contact details for a large range of support services in Plymouth.
We have highlighted some specific support services below. They can also be found on the Plymouth Online Directory.
Support services
Finance / Benefits / Housing
Citizens Advice Service are an excellent source of advice and support.
Citizens Advice Plymouth – Click here to visit their website.
Citizens Advice Devon – Click here to visit their website.
Mental Health
Wellbeing Hubs
Based throughout Plymouth, the Wellbeing Hubs make it easier for you to access information, health and community services. Well Being Hubs aim to
- Improve the health and wellbeing outcomes for local people
- To reduce inequalities in health and wellbeing
- To improve people’s experience of care
Every hub offers health advocacy, debt advice, mental health support, opportunities to volunteer, employment advice, and signposting of local and citywide providers of health services, voluntary and community sector activities. The Cumberland Centre Specialist Wellbeing Hub can offer specialist mental health support, help with managing long term conditions, and support for carers. Cumberland Centre Hub also benefits from a wide range of services, including minor injury services, community therapy services and sexual health.
Plymouth Wellbeing Hubs – Click here to visit their website.
Plymouth Options
Plymouth Options is Plymouth’s NHS Talking Therapies Service offering free and confidential psychological therapy to adults, age 16+, living in Plymouth who may be experiencing a common mental health problem such as stress, anxiety, depression.
You can self-refer to their service by filling out a self-referral form online.
Plymouth Options Referral Form – Click here to complete the form.