Lancashire Autism Peer and Self-Advocacy Service (LAPSS)
Cloverleaf Advocacy’s Lancashire Autism Peer and Self-Advocacy Service (LAPSS) delivers peer and self-advocacy services for autistic people (including those waiting for a diagnosis) living in Lancashire.
About
Self-advocacy gives people a voice and a real say in the way the services and support they want and need are designed and delivered.
Peer support provides opportunities for people with shared or similar experiences to come together and support each other.
LAPSS works in partnership with autistic people, allowing them to shape the way that the service supports them in the community by:
- Facilitating peer and self-advocacy meetings in local areas around Lancashire
- Working together to improve services
- Raising awareness about autism across Lancashire
- Supporting the Lancashire Autism Partnership Board to meet and take forward agreed actions that raise awareness and ensure people’s voices are heard.
Get involved!
Are you autistic and live in Lancashire? If you are 18 or over and interested in learning more about self-advocacy, we’d love for you to get involved.
It doesn’t matter if you’ve never participated in self-advocacy before; your experiences will add value to the work we do. If attending meetings or sharing your thoughts feels daunting, don’t worry—we’re here to help you build the skills and confidence to participate in a way that works for you.
To find out more, or speak to one of our team, call us on 01924 454875 or email: a.lancs@cloverleaf-advocacy.co.uk
The Lancashire Autism Partnership Board was established in 2010 in response to the Autism Act 2009. The Board is committed to improving the life opportunities of autistic people and their families and carers across Lancashire, in line with government autism strategies.
There are five working groups that focus on specific areas:
- Health and Social Care
- Employment
- Housing
- Criminal Justice
- Communication
If you would like any more information about the Partnership Board or any of the working groups please email Daniel Hall – daniel.hall@cloverleaf-advocacy.co.uk
We can offer support and advice on:
