#ActuallyHaringey - The Autism Hub
#ActuallyHaringey is a new specialist autism specific service that is designed to deliver early help provision to address the needs of autistic adults and those approaching adulthood and their support networks. #ActuallyHaringey provides digital, online and telephone support across Haringey, within a safe online community space.
Currently, we are running both an online and in-person service. Our in-person service is based at the Chad Gordon Campus, which opened in August 2021.
- Chad Gordon Campus, 20B Waltheof Gardens, Tottenham N17 7HS
The service is co-produced with autistic residents and community groups so that they are active participants in the design, development, delivery and evaluation of the service.
What we offer support with
- People struggling with isolation
- Looking to meet people, and be part of our community
- Interested in online or face-to-face social activities
- Would like general information, advice and guidance
- Would like to be a part of our co-production groups
- Peer support/friendship groups
If you wish to use this service or refer someone else please complete our e-form:
#ActuallyHaringey referral form
- For information and support, email autismhub@haringey.gov.uk
- For details of activities at the centre, see our Autism Hub Timetable August 2022 (PDF, 142KB)
Social media
- #ActuallyHaringey on Facebook:
- Follow #ActuallyHaringey on Twitter (external link)
- Find #ActuallyHaringey on Instagram (external link)
Activities
Information and advice (appointment only)
Meet with the staff team for advice, signposting and advocacy support- Days: Tuesday and Thursday
- Time:10am-12 noon
Please email us at autismhub@haringey.gov.uk or call/text 07929839921
Afternoon social drop-in
- A relaxing space for autistic people to meet and socialise. Activities on offer include board games, video games, a book library and arts and crafts
- Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Time: 2pm-4pm
All take place at the Chad Gordon Campus.
Lunchtime mindfulness session
Join us for our short 10-minute mindfulness session online.
Mindfulness is a type of meditation in which you focus on being intensely aware of what you're sensing and feeling in the moment, without interpretation or judgement. Practising mindfulness involves breathing methods, guided imagery, and other practices to relax the body and mind and help reduce stress.
- Day: Wednesdays
- Time: 12.30pm-12.45pm
- Online via Microsoft Teams
Please email us at autismhub@haringey.gov.uk
Haringey Works
Haringey Works provides free employment and skill support for Haringey residents aged 18-34. They have a specialist employment adviser who will be at the Chad Gordon Campus.
- Day: Thursdays
- Time: 2pm-4pm
Go to the Haringey works site to register and book an appointment.
Sanjuro Martial Arts
Effective, accessible, development inclusive class at the Autism Hub
This Sanjuro Inclusion class has been developed with and for autistic and other neuro-divergent adults. Your instructor is Anthony and you can work together to develop the class.
- Day: first Saturday of every month
- Time: 2pm-3pm
Please email us at autismhub@haringey.gov.uk or phone Mikayla 07929 839 921 or Alex 07964 973 255
Friday Tea And Chat
Join us for our weekly tea and chat sessions. This is a chance for us to catch up, share achievement stories, and check in with one another at the end of the week.
Everyone is welcome to contribute as much or as little as they like. Grab a drink and join us for a friendly chat to end the week.
- Time: 5pm-5.30pm
- Online via Microsoft Teams
Special events
We have a programme of special events. If you would like to know what we have planned, please email us at autismhub@haringey.gov.uk