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Meeting other autistic adults

SugarHiccup
Hi,
What's the best way to reach out to other autistic people?
I have looked into local groups but there aren't a lot for adults in my area.
Basic gist is am in my mid 30s and potentially have type 1 autism. Just waiting for a diagnosis but a Dr has told me to seek support from other autistic people.
I have always had problems maintaining friendships because of potential autism and having chronic illness eg fibromyalgia and CFS. I can initiate trying to befriend other people, it's just maintaining these friendships I have problems with. People sometimes misunderstanding me or think I am being blunt/rude when I am being direct/honest.
I do believe being intersectional in a lot of ways has made things harder e.g autism, chronic health issues and being LGBT+. Am not looking for pity, just advice.
Cheers :)
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  • Dear SugarHiccup,

    Thank you for sharing this with our community. While we are waiting for the community to respond, you may be interested in contacting a local National Autistic Society branch. Our branches offer support to local autistic people and their families. If you interesting in checking if there is a local branch near to you, please follow the link below: 

    https://www.autism.org.uk/what-we-do/local-branches 

    Our branches are volunteer-led, and as such every branch and group is different. Some are parent support groups, some provide support and information to autistic adults, while others have office premises and run their own a drop-in service. You will need to check with a branch directly for more information on whether they are able to provide a particular service that you are interested in. 

    If you were interested in starting a branch or group, please email branchservices@nas.org.uk 

    Thank you. I hope this helps!

    Best regards,

    Eunice Mod

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  • Dear SugarHiccup,

    Thank you for sharing this with our community. While we are waiting for the community to respond, you may be interested in contacting a local National Autistic Society branch. Our branches offer support to local autistic people and their families. If you interesting in checking if there is a local branch near to you, please follow the link below: 

    https://www.autism.org.uk/what-we-do/local-branches 

    Our branches are volunteer-led, and as such every branch and group is different. Some are parent support groups, some provide support and information to autistic adults, while others have office premises and run their own a drop-in service. You will need to check with a branch directly for more information on whether they are able to provide a particular service that you are interested in. 

    If you were interested in starting a branch or group, please email branchservices@nas.org.uk 

    Thank you. I hope this helps!

    Best regards,

    Eunice Mod

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