Decision - Brighton and Hove Adult Autism Strategy

Brighton and Hove Health & Wellbeing Board Decided 7 Nov 2023 approved Key decision GET /api/coverage

Decision maker

Health & Wellbeing Board

Report author

Lorne Power

Published

9 Nov 2023

Reference

7075

As published

the council's own words, unedited

to agree the Adult Autism Strategy

RESOLVED - That the Board notes the Brighton and Hove Adult Autism Strategy 2023-2028 and accompanying action plan.

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The action plan sets out priorities for improving services and support for autistic and otherwise neurodivergent people across Brighton and Hove over the next five years. It covers universal services, relationships and community safety, housing, mental and physical health, social care, and neurodevelopmental assessment and support.

Recommendation

Implement the actions in the Brighton and Hove Adult Autism Strategy Action Plan over the next five years, including co-production with autistic people and relevant partnership boards, improved training, accessible services, inclusive adjustments, and better support pathways.

Financial impact

none stated

Ward affected

city-wide

Stakeholders named

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Autistic peopleOtherwise neurodivergent peopleUnpaid carersFamily membersAutistic parentsChildren and young peopleHousing providersHealth and social care servicesMental health servicesLocal universitiesPublic transport providersCommunity and voluntary sector organisations

Next steps

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Implement the listed actions over the next five years.
Co-produce reviews and service improvements with autistic people and the Autism Partnership Board.
Develop training, inclusive adjustments, accessible information, and support pathways across relevant services.
Improve coordination between health, social care, housing, transport, education, justice, and community services.

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