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A Guide to Mental Health

A Guide to Mental Health

What is mental health, and how do we look after it? Find out more in our easy-read guide >> Read more

Published: 18th November, 2021

Updated: 8th June, 2026

Author: Pete Hughes

Create a Mental Health First-Aid Kit

Create a Mental Health First-Aid Kit

A mental health first aid kit is a personally designed range of tools to help you manage your emotional wellbeing. Find out how to create your very own>> Read more

Published: 22nd September, 2021

Updated: 8th June, 2026

Author: Pete Hughes

Stim, Rest, Repeat: A Guide to Autistic Burnout

Stim, Rest, Repeat: A Guide to Autistic Burnout

What is autistic burnout? How can we avoid it? And how do people recover? Find out more in our easy-read guide>> Read more

Published: 25th March, 2026

Updated: 8th June, 2026

Author: Pete Hughes

Coping with Suicidal Thoughts

Coping with Suicidal Thoughts

Autistic people are more likely to experience suicidal thoughts, so we have created an easy-read guide containing strategies that may help. Find out more>>> Read more

Published: 27th August, 2025

Updated: 8th June, 2026

Author: Pete Hughes

Supporting Someone Who is Feeling Suicidal

Supporting Someone Who is Feeling Suicidal

When we know someone is feeling suicidal it's common to feel worried and unsure how to help. Our easy-read guide provides practical tips on supporting someone who is feeling suicidal>> Read more

Published: 2nd September, 2025

Updated: 8th June, 2026

Author: Pete Hughes

Love the Skin You're In

Love the Skin You're In

Our easy-read guide to body confidence has information and tips on how we can feel more comfortable in our own skin>> Read more

Published: 8th June, 2026

Author: Pete Hughes

Don't Let Rage Bait Ruin Your Day

Don't Let Rage Bait Ruin Your Day

Rage bait is online content designed to make us feel angry or upset. Our easy-read guide tells you all about it and has tips on how to deal with it. Check it out>> Read more

Published: 21st November, 2025

Updated: 11th May, 2026

Author: Pete Hughes

Digital Mentality

Digital Mentality

The internet can be a wonderful place, but the content you access can effect your mental health. Read our guide for ideas on how to avoid the pitfalls >>> Read more

Published: 6th June, 2023

Updated: 11th May, 2026

Author: Dale Bassett

Facing Your Fears

Facing Your Fears

Facing your fears doesn’t mean putting a brave face on and pretending that everything is OK. It’s about learning from our negative experiences and turning them into positives. Find out more >> Read more

Published: 14th November, 2023

Updated: 11th May, 2026

Author: Dale Bassett

Learning to Love Yourself

Learning to Love Yourself

Love is described as affection towards others, but how can you love someone else if you do not love yourself. Read our guide on what self-love is and tips to help you along your self-love journey. Read more

Published: 13th February, 2024

Updated: 2nd September, 2025

Author: Dale Bassett

Mind Your Man

Mind Your Man

Why do men find it more difficult to open up about issues affecting them? Read our guide to help them get back to peak performance >>> Read more

Published: 15th June, 2022

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Author: Dale Bassett

Stress Busting, Little by Little

Stress Busting, Little by Little

There are many things that can make us feel stressed, especially in our modern world. Our easy-read guide provides helpful information and tips on managing stress >>> Read more

Published: 23rd April, 2024

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Author: Dale Bassett

Rise Above the Negatives

Rise Above the Negatives

Repetitive thoughts on negative aspects of our lives can have a drastic effect on our mental health. Find ways to transform these into more positive ones Read more

Published: 5th October, 2022

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Author: Dale Bassett

Musical Medleys

Musical Medleys

There are many benefits to your wellbeing listening to music, or learning to play an instrument. Read our easy read guide to find out more>>> Read more

Published: 10th August, 2022

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Author: Dale Bassett

Avoiding Tech Overload

Avoiding Tech Overload

Technology and being online has massive part of our lives, but this can mean we are glued to our screens for an unhealthy amount of time. Read our guide for tips on how to avoid tech overload >> Read more

Published: 28th September, 2021

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Author: Pete Hughes

Letting Go and Taking Control

Letting Go and Taking Control

Download our guide to find out how letting go and taking control can have a positive effect on our wellbeing >> Read more

Published: 27th September, 2021

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Author: Pete Hughes

Relaxation Tips for Better Mental Health

Relaxation Tips for Better Mental Health

Exploring relaxation can help look after your wellbeing when feeling stressed. Take a look at these 8 tips from the mental health charity, Mind >> Read more

Published: 3rd October, 2021

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Author: Pete Hughes

Turn Your Vulnerability Into a Superpower

Turn Your Vulnerability Into a Superpower

It's normal to feel vulnerable. But what if there was a way to turn your vulnerability into a superpower? >> Read more

Published: 3rd October, 2021

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Author: Pete Hughes

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  • Love the Skin You're In

    Love the Skin You're In

    Our easy-read guide to body confidence has information and tips on how we can feel more comfortable in our own skin>>

  • Make a Donation

    Make a Donation

    Your donations will help improve the lives of autistic people and their families and help to create a more autism friendly society >>

  • University of Edinburgh - Research Participants wanted

    University of Edinburgh - Research Participants wanted

    Complete an online survey to be in with a chance of winning a £50 or £100 cash prize and help researchers get a better understanding of autism, ADHD and eating disorders>>

  • AutistiCon Event Sponsorship

    AutistiCon Event Sponsorship

    A fantastic opportunity to get your business seen at West Yorkshire's #1 neurodiversity event. Find out more>>

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  • Job vacancies

    Job vacancies

    Take a look at our latest job vacancies, relief roles and volunteering opportunities >>

  • Providing Support

    Providing Support

    Our Vocational and Community Services (VACS) have been helping autistic adults reach their true potential for over 30 years. Find out more >>

  • Support Worker (Vocational and Community Services)

    Support Worker (Vocational and Community Services)

    We are looking for fantastic support workers to join our friendly team in Leeds. Read the job description and apply today!

  • Getting an Autism Diagnosis in Leeds

    Getting an Autism Diagnosis in Leeds

    Do you think that you or someone you know may be autistic? Find out more about diagnosis and the support available >>

  • Contact Us

    Contact Us

    If you need help, advice, or want to find out more about what we do, then we would love to hear from you! Contact us here >>

  • Start a New Career With Us

    Start a New Career With Us

    Exciting opportunities available. Challenging, rewarding and fun! Apply here >>

  • About Our Bases

    About Our Bases

    We have two bases that we operate from in Leeds. Find out more about Grape Street and New Mabgate >>

  • How to Access VACS

    How to Access VACS

    We work with autistic adults of all abilities and ages. Placement is subject to referral and assessment

  • NeuroBeyond Training and Consultancy

    NeuroBeyond Training and Consultancy

    We have used our years of experience to develop training and consultancy services which get to the heart of the lived experience of neurodivergent people. Find out more>>

  • How can you tell if someone is autistic?

Grape Street serves as one of our VACS bases and our head office. See where we are located below:

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