Type of service: Service providers

Situated in the centre of Truro, Spectrum's Pearl Centre is a place for people with autism and their families to get information and advice on autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) and associated conditions. We know that individuals with autism and their families benefit from face-to-face support from people who have knowledge of autism and who can offer advice on how to access further sources of help and support. The Pearl Centre acts as an information and resource hub to families, individuals, carers, organisations and statutory authorities. People come to Spectrum's Pearl Centre to enquire about: Diagnosis - how and where it can be obtained; Help with school attendance; Transition to adulthood; Work opportunities; Support and activity groups; and Accessing care and respite. We put people in touch with whatever is available to help make their lives easier. We provide monthly open sessions which provide an opportunity for interested people to put their questions to our clinical psychologist and a behavioural expert. It's an opportunity to put the professionals in the hot seat, ask questions relevant to your situation or learn more about autism.

Aimed at: Adolescent , Adult , Child , Young person

Specialisms: Exclusively autism specific