The South West Autism Network (SWAN) is a not for profit, charitable organisation supporting individuals and families living with Autism Spectrum Disorders in the beautiful south west region of Western Australia.
Our members are spread from Australind to Augusta, inland to Bridgetown, Manjimup and everywhere in between - including Eaton, Bunbury, Busselton, Dunsborough, Metricup, Cowaramup, Karridale, Margaret River, Collie and Donnybrook.
Thanks to the generosity of Greg & Kathy Walsh, and the support of Busselton Seventh Day Adventist Church, SWAN are now located at 6 Pettit Crescent, West Busselton WA 6280.
SWAN is working to improve acceptance and inclusion of children, teens and adults with Autism in our community, through improved access to information, resources, training and support services.
Services we provide:
- NDIS in WA Information and Support
- AutStars
- YES Program
- Carer Support Meetings -Busselton
- Information
- Advocacy
- Email Support
- Face to Face Support
- Training and Workshop Opportunities
- Facebook Support Group and Page
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
- Free Resource Library
- Newsletter
- Mums' Camps
- Dads' Camps
- SWAN Christmas Party
- Referral to appropriate services
-
Family Get-togethers
- Community Acceptance & Inclusion
- Read the 'About SWAN' booklet
SWAN are a registered charity - all donations of $2.00 or more are tax deductible. We receive no government funding, and rely primarily on volunteers and donations from our community to support our members.
Membership of SWAN is free of charge, with two types of membership available:
SWAN Family Membership
for individuals and/or families with a loved one diagnosed or going through the assessment process for Autism.
Friends of SWAN Membership
for community members and professionals with an interest in learning more about Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Thank you to our sponsors and community for their invaluable support:
- Greg and Kathy Walsh
- Grow Greenbushes Inc
- Brad Nugent Psychology
- Intelife
- Busselton Masonic Centre
- Busselton Lions Club
- Sue and Colin Maschette
Past Sponsors:
- Yallingup Maze
- RSM Australia - Busselton
- Autism West
- Developmental Disability WA
- Lotterywest
- Autism West
- Elbie Sparks
- Geographe Business Referral Group
- Yates Haulage
- Zonta Club of Dunsborough
- Zonta Club of Bunbury
- Carers WA
Should you have any queries or would like further information, please contact us
02 August 2019
AutStars
AutStars is a fortnightly social group program for primary school aged children with autism spectrum conditions. There are currently three groups providing a fantastic opportunity for kids with autism to relax, learn, and build friendships with like-minded peers in a safe and supported environment.
