Background to the Society
Established in 1968 by a group of parents, the Scottish Society for Autism is an independent Scottish charity committed to working for the rights and quality of life of people with autism.
With a head office in Alloa and over 700 staff working across Scotland, the Society offers a range of support for people with autism including education, day care, supported living, vocational opportunities, respite and outreach. Currently over 400 people with autism in Scotland are supported by the Society. For people working in this field or families affected by autism, we are at the forefront of training and offer a comprehensive advisory service.
The Board
Paul Prescott (Chair); David Clark (Vice Chair), Fiona Greig (Honorary Treasurer), Susan Chambers, Linda Jenkins, Alison Leask, Ian McPhail, Colette Robertson, Cathy Scott, Breda Seaman.
Senior Management Team
Chief Executive Alan Somerville;
Director of Adult Services: Jackie Tufft;
Director of Education: Jim Taylor;
Director of Finance and Corporate Resources: Gordon Laidlaw:
Director of Business Development: Cathy MacLean.
Director of Human Resources : Sharon Stewart
Area Managers
Rachel Webb Fife and Tayside
Teresa Thomson West of Scotland
Teresa Thomson South West Scotland
Karen Gracie Lothians and Borders
Adam Brodie
Clannalba
Elaine Hislop
New Ridgepark
Media Contact
All media enquriries should be directed to Cathy on 01259 728350 or 07850917257
Email: SSAPRESSOFFICE@autism-in-scotland.org.uk
Auditors
Cheetham & Co Chartered Accountants,
Homelea House,
Faith Avenue, Quarriers Village,
Bridge of Weir,
Renfrewshire
PA11 3SX
Solicitors
Lindsays,
19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8HE.
Telephone: 0131-229 1212
Registered Office
Hilton House,
Alloa Business Park, Whins Road,
Alloa, FK10 3SA
Telephone: 01259 720044;
Fax: 01259 720051
Charity registered in Scotland
No. SC 81123
Company Number 81123
01259 720044