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Connections

Reach out to Dundee's new information,
advice and support hub for autistic adults

Dundee Connections

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We have launched a brand new information, advice and support hub in Dundee, Connections. As part of the Dundee Health and Social Care Partnership, Connections provides information and support for adults who identify as autistic, at any point of your journey.

Connections’ Community Advisors provide advice and support to autistic people with or without a diagnosis, either in person or virtually. The service will also provide peer support groups, and can direct you to community social activities and other support services in your local area.

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Our approach places individuals at the centre of the work we do. Every enquiry we receive is dealt with individually and confidentially, with support and advice tailored to meet your needs. We collaborate with partner organisations across Dundee and Tayside so if we can’t help, we will try to signpost you to someone who can. See a directory of local services and support by clicking below.

Some of the services Connections provides are:

Advice and Support Service – Available by Phone or Email
One-to-one appointments in person or virtually
Peer Support Groups
Drop In Sessions
Social Activities
Support and advice to access services in you local area and nationally - See our Directory of Support below

Directory of Support

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Starting the week commencing Monday 22nd July, we are holding Advice Drop In sessions on a weekly basis. This is a space to talk through any questions that you may have or to simply come in for a chat with one of our Community Advisors about any topics that you would like to discuss.

Advice Drop In slots are held at our office at 45 North Lindsay Street in Dundee as follows:

Mondays at 1pm - 3pm
Thursdays at 10am - 12pm

NEW Saturday Monthly Advice Drop In at Cake or Dice Community Cafe (89 Commercial St, Dundee) as follows:

Third Saturday of the month at 2pm - 5pm

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Autistic Adult Peer Support Network:

Our Dundee Connections Autistic Adult Peer Support Network is a space for autistic adults 18+. The group is led by an autistic staff member and provides a relaxed and friendly space for individuals to support each other and discuss their experiences as an autistic individual.

Our Autistic Adult Peer Support Network takes place on the first Monday evening of the month, as well as the last Tuesday during the day every month.

These events are held within our office at 45 North Lindsay Street, Dundee:

Numbers attending the groups are limited to ensure a comfortable space for all therefore booking is essential. To find out more or book to attend, please email us at dundeeconnections@scottishautism.org or call 03030 034 020.

Connect:

Connect provides two unique spaces that run in at the same time: one space is a social gathering for autistic adults, the other space is for Parents and Carers of autistic adults.

Our space for autistic adults (18+) is a social gathering where activities will be led by the interests of those attending. An autistic staff member will be available to offer guidance during this time should anyone require this.
Our parents and carers of autistic adults group provides an opportunity for networking and support, but also for initiating helpful discussion around a range of topics and themes. A member of the Connections team will be present to offer perspectives and advice to parents and carers who attend.

Connect takes place on a Monday evening, once a month, within our office at 45 North Lindsay Street, Dundee:

We recommend contacting Connections prior to attending our Connect groups so that we can ensure a comfortable space for all attending. To find out more or book to attend, please email us at dundeeconnections@scottishautism.org or call 03030 034 020.

Social Connections @ Cake or Dice:

Come along to our social connections group at Cake or Dice. Social Connections is for autistic adults 18+, where individuals can enjoy playing tabletop games or just get a hot drink or a slice of cake, whilst reconnecting and meeting new people.

This group is led by an autistic staff member and provides a relaxed and friendly space for individuals to share a social space together and build connections with each other.

This group takes place fortnightly on a Thursday during the day, at Cake or Dice Community Cafe, 89 Commercial Street, Dundee:

If you would like to chat with the group host, or arrange to meet the group host before attending the group, then please contact us at dundeeconnections@scottishautism.org or call 03030 034 020.

***Please note, all our groups outlined above are for anyone living in Dundee who identifies as autistic (with or without a formal diagnosis), but they are also open to individuals living across Tayside who are currently awaiting an autism assessment.***

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Who can get support

Adults living in Dundee can get in touch with Connections directly by calling 03030 034 020, emailing dundeeconnections@scottishautism.org or submit an enquiry.

What to expect when phoning Connections

We've created a handy document detailing what to expect when getting in touch with our team via phone. Click here to read.

What to expect when visiting Connections

We've created a document with photographs to help you to prepare for your visit to Connections. Click here to see more.

Parking at Connections

Please note that we have no designated car park for use when attending Connections. The nearest available parking is on street or the NCP carparks on North Lindsay Street and Willison Street. Please adhere to any parking time limits, restrictions or fees.

The service is around a 10-15 minute walk from Dundee's bus and train stations.

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Accessibility

The Dundee Connections and Scottish Autism's premises on North Lindsay Street is on ground level. Should you have any mobility requirements, please let a member of staff know before attending an appointment, drop in or group so that we can make arrangements for you.