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Other developments to assist multi-agency working
ASD Service Network
The National Service Network is being taken forward by the National Centre for Autism Studies, part of the University of Strathclyde. The network will include an internet presence for information provision; a structure for sharing advice and receiving emotional support; an annual conference; and a hub for direction to services for people affected by ASD.
The network will serve as a means of information-sharing and a central point to co-ordinate social and professional activities. The National Service Network is working closely with NAS, to form links with their Public Autism Resource and Information Service ( PARIS) www.info.autism.org.uk.
Information pack for users, carers and professionals
Autism Argyll, a charitable organisation, has produced information packs for families and for professionals, that are given out when someone is diagnosed with ASD. Through NHS Education for Scotland, the resource is being developed to be available online in acute, primary or local authority services . A booklet for parents and carers will be available in hard copy to those involved in diagnosis for distribution to parent/carers at time of diagnosis.
The Executive is also funding the National Autistic Society to develop a complementary information resource for distribution through educational settings when a child is believed to have ASD. The Information sub group is supporting these developments.
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