Local Support

Humber bridge photographed from below
  • Autism Peer Support Group (Livewell North Lincolnshire) — A friendly space for autistic adults (aged 16+) to meet and share experiences. Held in the Creator Space; you’re welcome to bring a supporter. Contact Leanne Everington for more info or transport help. Autism Peer Support Group
  • Autism Online Peer Support — A relaxed, virtual peer group meeting bi-monthly (every second Thursday, 6:30–8 pm), via MS Teams. You can join with your camera off or use chat only. Autism Online Peer Support
  • ADHD & Tourettes Support (Hull) — Charity-run support sessions and social meet-ups in Hull for adults with ADHD and Tourette’s. A welcoming group for connection and information sharing. TIC and ADHD Support (Hull)
  • The Arc, Westcliff Neurodiversity Group — monthly meet-ups in Westcliff (First Thursday, 10 am–12 pm) addressing ADHD, autism, and hidden disabilities; includes guest speakers and local services. The Arc

Regional Support & Organisations

  • The Lincolnshire Autistic Society — Provides advice, signposting, and links to local groups across Lincolnshire, including PAACT and social meet-ups. Hosts the annual Autism Conference in Lincoln. Lincolnshire Autistic Society
  • ADHD Lincs — A charity offering ADHD awareness workshops, family support, webinars, and community training across Lincolnshire. ADHD Lincs
  • Care Plus Group Neurodiversity Services — Based in Grimsby, they offer adult ADHD and Autism services, including supported living and community integration programs. Care Plus Group ND Services
  • Linkage Choices (Grimsby) — A day services centre for adults with learning disabilities and autism; ideal for social inclusion, wellbeing and community activities. Linkage Choices (Grimsby)
  • Matthew’s Hub (Hull) - Peer mentoring, employment and housing support, workshops for autistic people (13+) without a learning disability. Matthew’s Hub website
  • North Lincolnshire Mind - offering valuable free services, including: talking therapy by arrangement (01724 279500 or email support@nlmind.org),
    Safespace support line from 4pm - 12am 01724 279 500, peer support and courses. North Lincolnshire Mind services
  • Hull and East Yorkshire Mind - offering a range of valuable free services HEY website
  • NHS Hull Talking Therapies (Hull) - access free therapy by visiting the Hull talking therapies website or calling 01482 247111

National Charities

  • National Autistic Society — Offers comprehensive information on autism across the UK, including helplines, toolkits, and service directories. National Autistic Society website
  • ADHD Adult - a national charity the provides tools and signposts for adults with or suspecting ADHD in the UK. ADHD Adult website
  • Mind — A leading mental health charity that provides principles and signposts for autism and neurodiversity support. Mind website
  • The Autism Directory — A UK-wide signposting tool to find local autism-friendly services and groups. The Autism Directory

Emergency & Crisis Support

Call 999 if you are in immediate danger.

  • NHS 111 — For immediate health queries or concerns—available 24/7 via phone or online.
  • Samaritans — Call 116 123 (free, 24/7) or visit the Samaritans’ website for emotional support.
  • Shout - Text ‘Shout’ to 85258 (free, 24/7) or visit the Shout website for emotional support.