Navigating the assessment and diagnosis of Autism will soon be easier, with development of new information and resources for Autistic people, their families and carers.
The Albanese Government is providing $455,000 to Reframing Autism to deliver the project, in partnership with the University of Melbourne Neurodiversity Project and the League of Autistic Psychologists and Affirming Colleagues Australia.
All stages of identifying, assessing and diagnosing autism can be difficult for Autistic people and their families and carers.
The length of time taken to receive a diagnosis and the associated costs can be a challenge for many. It can also be hard to find, access and navigate appropriate information, supports and services once a person has an Autism diagnosis.
This funding will be used to develop information resources for Autistic people and their families and carers, before and after diagnosis.
Resources will be produced in accessible formats and be widely distributed to the Autistic community, their families and carers and support networks.
Information will also explain the diverse ways Autism can present across the lifespan and across different cultures and genders, as well as neurotypes, disabilities and health conditions that can co-occur with Autism.
This funding is a grant under the National Autism Strategy, to support and empower Autistic people so they can thrive in all aspects of life.
Quotes attributable to NDIS Minister, Senator Jenny McAllister:
“Autistic people, their families and carers should be given the tools they need to navigate the Autism assessment and diagnosis process.
“This is one of a number of grants being provided under the National Autism Strategy, to support and empower Autistic people so they can thrive in all aspects of life.”
