Autism Association Annual Report 2023

This year, we supported more than 250 individuals to get out and explore more of the things they enjoy and like to do. Every single person we support has different goals, needs and interests. Our support staff provide tailored supports, unique to each person, to participate in activities they enjoy and that work towards achieving their aspirations. We support people of all ages across a wide range of activities in their home and out in the community, including strengthening personal independence skills, getting involved in recreational and social activities, and preparing for finding volunteering and employment opportunities. This year, we continued to foster relationships with 43 community businesses and not-for-profit organisations, to increase the number of volunteering and work experience opportunities. New partnerships created include Guzman y Gomez, Containers for Change, IKEA, Donut King and Kleenheat. We continued to increase the number of social get-together groups for adults of all ages, interests and abilities. Across the year, 120 individuals attended more than 24 regular social activities to get to know each other and develop friendships. Our get-together groups are based on interests identified by the individuals who attend. The number of options and locations has expanded this year, with members of the groups helping to plan and facilitate get-togethers. Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) was a popular option with a number of D&D groups offered across the metropolitan area. Other get-together activities included gaming, job club, Anime, mindfulness, board games, monthly socials, cooking, mini golf, walking crew, music and swimming.

Autism Association of Western Australia - Annual Report 2023

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