East Coast Local Community Benefit Fund

The Siblings Project - Perth Autism Support

Funding recipient story

The Siblings Project, delivered by Perth Autism Support (PAS), received £4,091 from SSEN Transmission’s East Coast Local Community Benefit Fund to help children and young people with an autistic sibling. The project offers a safe space where siblings can share experiences, build friendships, and learn more about autism. 
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Supporting siblings of autistic children through connection and understanding 

Through weekly two-hour sessions over 33 weeks, the project offers one-to-one sessions, school support, and primary and secondary age sibling groups which foster peer support, reduce isolation, and promote resilience. For those needing additional help, one-to-one sessions provide tailored support on individual issues, ensuring every child feels heard and understood. 

Funding from SSEN Transmission covers venue hire, resources, staff, and planning costs, enabling PAS to deliver this essential service. By supporting siblings’ emotional wellbeing and social development, the project creates a lasting positive impact for families and the wider community. 

Ellie Donnan-Thomson, Children’s Service Manager said:

“The funding from the East Coast Local Community Benefit Fund has been transformative for The Sibling Project. It has allowed us to create safe, fun spaces where siblings of autistic children can connect, share experiences, and build friendships.   

We’ve seen fantastic engagement, with those who attend coming back time and again, which shows just how much these sessions mean to them. These opportunities help reduce isolation and strengthen family resilience, and we’re incredibly grateful to SSEN Transmission for supporting this vital work.”