title: Old age and people on the autism spectrum: a focus group perspective.
abstract: Until recently, the focus of many within the 'autism service industry' has been on children and young adults who are on the autism spectrum where 'service transition' usually refers specifically to the transition from children to adult service provision. This article explores 'service transition' from the opposite end of the age scale, that of old age, and incorporates the views of older adults who are on the autism spectrum. In order to design and provide a service that is 'fit for purpose', training of health professionals and consulting with people on the autism spectrum is crucial.
authors.affiliation: Visiting lecturer, Birmingham City University.
authors.forename: Chris
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Barber
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000067877:Autism Spectrum Disorder / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D017144:Focus Groups; D006299:Health Services for the Aged; D006801:Humans; D020380:Needs Assessment; D006113:United Kingdom
keywords: Autism spectrum conditions; Elderly care; Nursing education and training; Service user views