A range of peer support services is now available to help neurodivergent people in York.
The service, delivered by the charity Daisy Chain, has been commissioned by the Connecting Our City project and offers free support to adults who identify as autistic or as having ADHD, including those awaiting assessment.
Professor Lynne Gabriel OBE and Dr Steve Wright, co-chairs of the York Mental Health Partnership, said: "Neurodivergent people and those with ADHD are more likely to struggle to manage their mental health.
"With increased knowledge, awareness and more diagnoses, this is essential support to help people optimise their wellbeing.
"Being delivered by peers from experts Daisy Chain, ensures compassionate and practical support when it’s needed."
The programme supports the aims of York’s All-age Autism and ADHD Strategy 2025-2030 and is designed to increase community-based mental health support for neurodivergent residents.
Cllr Lucy Steels-Walshaw, executive member for health and wellbeing at City of York Council, said: "The Connecting Our City partnership continues to find thoughtful and practical ways to support neurodiverse people, building on the goals of our All-Age Autism and ADHD Strategy."
Residents can contact Daisy Chain on 01642 531248 (option 2), or by email at york.support@daisychainproject.co.uk.
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