The
number of people diagnosed with autism is increasing. There is a growing awareness both locally and nationally that
people with complex autism require high quality support in order to achieve the
principles of Valuing People.
This
strategy has been developed with the aim of increasing the life opportunities
of adults with autism in Sheffield. It
sets out the principles that there should be a range of provision available
that can meet the needs of each individual.
This should be determined by their personal choices and needs, taking
account of the individual characteristics of their autism, rather than by a
diagnostic label.
To achieve this, we require well trained support
staff who have a high level of knowledge about the individual they
support. Expert leadership will be
required by individual staff and services in all sectors in order to achieve
the objectives of the strategy.
