Skip to main content

Thames Valley Autism Alert Card

The aim of the Thames Valley Autism Alert Card scheme is to provide a simple way for autistic people, or a parent or carer, to quickly and easily explain their condition to others, giving cardholders more confidence to go out and about.

Autism Berkshire issues the Alert Card free of charge to anyone with a diagnosis of autism in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Milton Keynes. 

The card is intended to be shown if the cardholder finds themselves in a situation where they need help or cannot easily explain their behaviour to people around them or to the emergency services.

Along with simple advice about autism spectrum conditions, the card gives the cardholder’s name and details of two emergency contacts, such as parents or carers, so that those shown the card understand they are dealing with someone who is autistic and find out what they can do to help them.

Please note that all applications must be accompanied by a copy of documentation showing proof of a diagnosis. Proof can include a diagnosis letter, or a statement letter from a professional, such as a doctor, paediatrician, psychologist, social worker or school, or a medical report or assessment.

Applications can be made using the online form on the Autism Berkshire website - proof of an autism diagnosis (eg photo or scan of a document) should be sent to admin@autismberkshire.org.uk and also use the eamil or calll 01189 594 594 (option 1) if you cannot complete the online application form.

Who to contact

Contact Name
Julia Cox
Contact Position
Training and family support lead
Telephone
01189 594 954
E-mail
contact@autismberkshire.org.uk
Website
https://www.autismberkshire.org.uk/

Where to go

Name
Autism Berkshire
Address
40, Caversham Road
Reading
Postcode
RG1 7EB

Other Details

Availability

Referral required
No
Record last reviewed on 14/08/2023
Powered by Open Objects © Idox Software Ltd