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Apr 22

Try This One Thing Next Time You Feel Stressed or Anxious: The Physiological Sigh

Stress and anxiety are common experiences for many of us, but autistic people can encounter these feelings particularly intensely. A...

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Apr 10

Thinking About Introducing "Quiet Hours" at Your Shop? Here Are Some Suggestions...

We are delighted to report that a number of local retailers have contacted us for advice on introducing "Quiet Hours" recently, to ensure...

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Apr 8

But You Don't Look Autistic Talk – Audio and Video Recording

We're delighted to share the video and audio versions of Martine's sold-out talk below. Video Audio

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Apr 3

Second Date Announced For "But You Don't Look Autistic" (A Talk by Martine Ellis)

Upcoming Event On 2 April 2024, our Education Manager, Martine Ellis, delivered a talk at the Guille-Allès Library to mark the start of...

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Mar 20

Art for Guernsey and Autism Guernsey Celebrate Neurodiversity Week

On Thursday,14 March 2024, Art for Guernsey hosted members of Autism Guernsey’s My Time Play Time and Amazing Club to celebrate...

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Mar 4

Understanding the Seven Types of Rest (From an Autistic Perspective)

Rest: we know we need to do it, and often, we know how to do it. It's just sometimes it's really difficult. Especially if you are...

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Feb 28

"But You Don't Look Autistic" A Talk by Martine Ellis

This event is now sold out, but a second date has been announced. More details here. Upcoming Event Our Education Manager, Martine Ellis,...

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Feb 21

Five Mobile Apps That Just Make Sense (to my Autistic Brain)

It's Martine here, the Education Manager at Autism Guernsey. I write educational articles on the AG blog. Today's article is a bit...

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Feb 13

The Stress Bucket: A Visual Way to Understand and Manage Stress

What do buckets have to do with stress? Quite a bit, it turns out... Understanding The Stress Bucket Imagine carrying a bucket throughout...

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Feb 6

Noah Raised £216 for Autism Guernsey

Big thanks to superstar, Noah, who raised £216 for Autism Guernsey by doing a bake sale. Don't those cakes look delicious? Thank you, Noah!

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Jan 30

Essential Items to Make Travel More Comfortable (When You Are Autistic)

Travelling can be challenging for autistic people due to significant sensory and social demands and unfamiliar environments. Carrying...

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Jan 9

Six Books About the Lived Experience of Autism for Adults

Reading books written by autistic people about their personal experience is a great place to start if you want to understand the lived...

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Jan 2

Six Simple Workplace Adjustments to Support Autistic Employees

Here are six adjustments that could significantly enhance the workplace experience for autistic people.

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Dec 11, 2023

How to Understand and Manage Your Energy Levels

Being autistic in a world designed for neurotypicals is exhausting. From social situations to sensory overload – everything takes a toll....

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Nov 27, 2023

Do You Need to Recharge Your Battery? 16 Autistic Self-Care Ideas

We rarely let the battery on our mobile phones run out. Our personal energy reserves, though—that's another story. This is especially...

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Nov 22, 2023

How to Make Christmas (Just a Bit More) Autism Friendly: Nine Tips for Non-Autistic People

We often assume that everyone who celebrates Christmas adores it. After all, what's not to love? Family time, good food, sharing gifts...

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Oct 28, 2023

Halloween Social Story

Prepare yourself for Halloween (31st October) with this handy social story. This social story gives some advice and tips about ‘trick or...

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Oct 16, 2023

Marathon des Sables - James Le Gallez

James Le Gallez takes on the ultimate endurance challenge in April 2024 when he competes in the Marathon des Sables, with his mammoth...

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Sep 20, 2023

Donation

Autism Guernsey is extremely grateful to receive an amazing donation of £12,500 from the Guernsey Freemasons and £2,500 from the United...

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Sep 18, 2023

BBC Children in Need

It's time to get SPOTacular! Funding from BBC Children in Need helps organisations like ours all over the UK provide the vital...

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