Covid & autism assessment appointments

Hi

Does anyone know what is happening with autism assessment appointments in the midst of covid?

I ask because I am due to be seen in late summer for an autism assessment. I am worried that because of covid, my referral will get pushed back. I can't afford for this to happen because I am a uni student, and can't imagine it being easy for me to commute home (potentially multiple times) for my appointment

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  • Thank you for this. And I'm sorry to hear how long you've had to wait :'(

  • I was referred by my GP last June and saw a specialist at local hospital late August. They sai they thought I di have aspergers but cannot give diagnosis - have to refer to city hospital, which they did. I waited until February and then chased up as had heard nothing. Got told I'd slipped through net and wasnt even on waiting list but finding was secured. They then said I should get fast tracked, but I still haven't received appointment. I emailed the city hospital autism service and was just told everythings on hold due to Corona. Just a waiting game until services can resume. I would imagine it's much the same in different areas (I'm from Notts)