Our website and social media contain a wealth of info & advice
We hold social gatherings where our members meet face-to-face or online
Autism Bucks
We advise organisations looking to improve their understanding of autism.
We help our members deal with the complexities of local govt support
Become a Member
We meet and share our experiences, successes and frustrations. Sometimes we will talk about a particular aspect of autism, or current affairs. Occasionally we will have guest speakers, or will go on an organised visit.
Please click the button below to sign up – there’s no cost and no obligation.
Members' Feedback ...
“The group was one place where I felt like I did belong and was understood. Over time this has helped enormously in getting to grips with my diagnosis – what it means and doesn’t mean – and taking steps towards accepting myself as I am”
“…of the various groups I have joined over the years, it is the first one where I have developed solid friendships with people who I now see outside of group activities”
“There is very little support for autistic adults locally, so these groups are a real lifeline for me and, I am sure, many of the others who attend”
“It’s nice to be in an environment where you’re able to be yourself and people feel able to talk openly, without pressure to mask to fit in. I still felt tired afterwards, but not to the same degree as after other recent events.”
“After discovering autism in myself I came to this group to learn more. As a whole they have been very supportive in their support of autistic adults in Buckinghamshire and I have met many people in the group that I can relate to. I can see pieces of my own self in them and unlike other social groups, Autism Bucks doesn’t mind my quirks and difference in social situations.”
“I know I have only been on three meetings but I really feel like I have found a group of people I feel at home with.”
“I like Autism Bucks. I feel it’s a safe and comfortable place. It’s a friendly and relaxed and chilled out atmosphere with coffee, tea and snacks 💯💯💯💯💯💯”
“I am very happy with the charity and so happy to be part of it. Without it I would not have the better understanding of my autism or have met the people who I have formed great friendships with.”
“Thank you for being so open, welcoming and supportive.”
“I’m very happy with how the face to face meetings are held, they are always friendly, welcoming and safe.”
“This is a really useful group where we can meet others who have similar issues and concerns and we can share ideas.”
Upcoming Events
9-Sep-26 - Members Online Meeting
As yet we don't have a guest speaker lined up for this session, but we have a few ideas. We'll keep you updated.
19-Sep-26 - Annual Boat Trip
For the 3rd year running we plan to travel the Great Western Canal as guests on the riverboat owned by Waterways Experiences. This will be the first time we do it in the daytime. Places will be limited, so please look out for the invitation which should arrive around 1 Sep.
23-Sep-26 - Members face-to-face meeting
We'll be back in our Aylesbury venue for the September in-person meeting.
14-Oct-26 - Member' Online Meeting
We'll be joined by guest speakers Hilary Harvey and Penny Thatcher from Odyssey PDA who'll b e leading a discussion on Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)
28-Oct-26 - Members In-person Meeting
We look forward to welcoming many new members to these easy-going, autism-friendly events.
11-Nov-26 - Monthly On-line Meeting
This session has provisionally been booked to discuss Body Doubling. More information to follow once this is confirmed.
25-Nov-26 - Monthly Face-to-Face Meeting
Another opportunity to meet socially in a safe, autism-friendly place with others from the Autism Bucks community.
28-Nov-26 - Amersham-on-the-Hill Christmas Festival
Look out for the Autism Bucks stall at the Amersham Xmas Festival.
Latest Autism News
‘So much fringe science’: RFK Jr’s advisers are pushing an extreme makeover (29-Aug-26)
Experts warn the 336-page plan from RFK Jr’s advisers deflects federal dollars into unreliable alternative therapies. Link
Designing Social Robots for Social-Cognition Training with Autistic Adults (23-Aug-26)
Social robots have been widely explored as tools for autism intervention, yet this literature has focused predominantly on children and has rarely involved autistic adults as active contributors to design. WARNING: this is a preprint, and only 5 autistic adults took part in the research. Link
Autism in adolescence and adulthood (23-Aug-26)
The articles in this Collection—Autism in Adolescence and Adulthood—highlight the need to understand autistic experiences and neurobiology in adolescence and adulthood through a context-sensitive lens that considers developmentally relevant experiences. Link
Environmental Influences on Anxiety and Depression in Autistic Young People (23-Aug-26)
Autistic people experience high rates of anxiety and depression, yet an evidence-based understanding of how and why these difficulties first develop is lacking. By centring autistic young people’s accounts, this study aims to understand how interactions between autistic people and their environment throughout childhood and adolescence give rise to anxiety and depression. Link
Turbocharge special needs internships to help tackle UK youth jobs crisis (23-Aug-26)
Government review led by former minister to recommend huge expansion of onsite schemes for those who need support. Link
Over 294,000 face waits for autism assessment (23-Aug-26)
As of June 2026, there were 294,792 patients with an open referral for suspected autism, latest NHS data has revealed. This is a 15% increase from June 2025. Link
The Autism Curve (22-Aug-26)
Diagnoses of autism have been rising exponentially. Arguments and conspiracy theories abound about why. So what's behind that steep upwards curve? Link
A split in the spectrum? The ongoing battle to define autism (22-Aug-26)
What if some people with a diagnosis aren't actually autistic? What if they've really been misdiagnosed? These questions largely come from 85-year-old Professor Dame Uta Frith - one of the key figures in autism research since the 1960s. Link
AI could potentially analyse autism-related behaviour from home videos (23-Jul-26)
Researchers have fine-tuned an AI system to assess short home videos of children for behavioural features used in autism assessment. Link
Our news items are frequently updated. Please click the button below to see all previous news items.
Volunteer
Autism Bucks has no paid staff – everything we’ve achieved is through the time given freely by the Trustees and Volunteers.
We are looking for people who are dependable, giving with their time, and empathetic and understanding of Autism.
All we ask is that you join our meetings and social activities, ready to help if the need arises. This could include anything from setting up the venue, making cups of tea, or simply talking to our members; Trustees from Autism Bucks will always be there to guide you and support you.
Autism is a long journey of learning and understanding. Meet our members and hear their stories. We promise you will be amazed by the diverse spectrum of Autism.
Learn about Autism
Autism is called a spectrum condition because it affects people in different ways and to different degrees.
Resources & Useful Links
We have put together a list ofAutism resources under Support & Advice, Social & Activities, Education & Employment and Children.
Frequently Asked Questions
From the people who have visited this website, we have have listed all their Frequently Asked Questions (and the answers).
Autism Awareness Programme
Autism Bucks aims to develop a range of varied and accessible awareness and training resources, created and delivered by autistic people and/or parent/carers of autistic people.
This video is an interview with Gary Freeman, an independent SEND Consultant and advocate.
More videos are available on our YouTube channel.
Recent Articles ...
- Creative
- Awareness
- Local Support
- Activities
- Fundraising
Books on Autism
Books on Autism and its associated conditions that have been recommended by our Members.
Assistance Cards
There are many (perhaps too many) assistance cards available for Autistic people. Here are some of them.
Neurodiversity Passports
‘Neurodiversity Passports’ are a resource for autistic people who might need hospital treatment.
About Us
Autism Bucks was founded in 2018 by a small group of like-minded people passionate about Autism. In 2019 Autism Bucks gained charity status and as such operates within its constitution and in line with the guidelines and regulations set out by the Charity Commission.
Autism Bucks is led by a board of trustees and its work supported by a team of volunteers. Its membership is made up of autistic adults, carers and family members and professionals with an interest in autism.
Contact Us
Autism Bucks
Registered Charity Number: 1182603