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Autism Connect

Last Updated: 27 September 2021, Hits: 11740

Disability

NDIS

Autism

Students with disability

Online Service Provider

Telephone service

Autism Connect is Australia’s first Autism Helpline delivering national service. It is a free service providing independent and expert information in a variety of formats.

The helpline is free. It provides information, advice and referral. It is available to anyone seeking support related to autism.

Amaze, the peak body for autistic people and their families in Victoria delivers the service. The NDIS has provided funding to expand the service across Australia.

Reach Autism Connect advisors via:

Phone: 1300 308 699
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or
Webchat: www.amaze.org.au/autismconnect
Web: Amaze

From 8 am to 7 pm (AEST), Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).

They cover topics including:

exploring autism and autistic identity
assessment and diagnosis
school and education
the NDIS
behaviour strategies
referrals to services
peer support connections
finding autism-friendly places and events
making environments accessible

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