Different Journeys specialises in bringing autistic teens, adults, their families and carers together to support each other in safe, supportive and affordable environments. We enable them to share the journey, connect and create positive peer support communities. We aim to create a stepped care approach that meets the needs of our community where they are at.
Our peer support social events enable individuals to build transferrable skills, like communication skills, social skills, ability to maintain more meaningful relationships and skills to access the community. There are lots of ‘hidden rules’ when going out socially in public. At Different Journeys, we empower our autistic community to expand their skills and knowledge by creating real events in safe and supported environments. The Different Journeys holistic wraparound approach supports carers to build their networks, learn different approaches and navigate the maze of available supports and services.