KAT’s annual ‘Christmas Decoration Competition’ at our services has officially wrapped up, and after much collaboration and festive cheer, the winners were ‘Woodville!  “With a Harry Potter theme, Woodville had the most amazing decorations – the creativity and effort was fantastic. A marvellous winner!” Well done to all of our wonderful runners up too – Lock Street, Perry’s, Wayfield and River Drive. A huge thank you to our judging elves for all their hard work and festive de

Nothing beats a bit of arcade fun and a fresh walk along the beach!

As we approach the end of another remarkable year at KAT, let’s take a moment to reflect on all that we have achieved together! Wishing you all a joyful Christmas and a bright, happy New Year. From us all at The Kent Autistic Trust. 2025 Recap

What a fantastic Christmas market in Canterbury!  John really enjoyed the festive atmosphere and looking around all the stalls. #canterburychristmas   #FestiveVibes

A magical evening exploring the stunning Christmas lights display at Port Lympne. Laughter, smiles, and festive cheer for all our staff and residents at Wayfield – what a wonderful way to get in the Christmas spirit!

A game of bowling and a relaxing drink in the café, David and Steven have become really great friends and enjoyed such a special trip out together. Wonder where the next adventure will take them?

Megan has achieved something amazing - visiting Build-A-Bear, a place she’s always dreamed of going. Visiting busy places like shops and towns has always been a big challenge and two years ago, this moment would have felt impossible. With the support of her team and the kindness of the staff in Maidstone, she had the best time creating her rainbow bear and sharing her excitement with her family. Moments like this remind us why we do what we do - helping people build confidenc

What an incredible day exploring the magic of Christmas at Leeds Castle. #LeedsCastle   #Christmas   #FestiveFun

Congratulations to Louise Hudson at Perry's Close for reaching an incredible milestone – her 5th anniversary with KAT!   Your dedication and hard work have truly made an impact. Here’s to continued success and countless more achievements ahead!

A huge thank you to Etchinghill Golf Club. Kate Mills has successfully completed her incredible 60 rounds of golf challenge and raising an amazing £4,500 in support of our Family & Community Advice Services at the Kent Autistic Trust. Every penny will go directly towards helping autistic adults across Kent. The golf club have also been fundraising separately, so we’ll be announcing the grand total very soon – watch this space!

We are thrilled to announce that Jodie Ray and Natalie Atkins from our PBS Team have won the Great British Care Award – South East (Care Team category)! Their incredible dedication and teamwork have been recognised for making a real difference in the lives of those they support. Jodie and Natalie believe that sometimes it’s the small things that create the biggest impact. They are passionate about helping people stay independent and live life to the fullest. Now, up for the N

Weekly outing to the driving range!  Always a great time improving our swing and enjoying the fresh air.

Crafting beautiful poppies and coming together to share a two-minute silence in remembrance.   #RemembranceDay   #Community

We had a brilliant time exploring the beautiful Shorne Woods Country Park — fresh air, woodland trails, and lots of smiles. #ShorneWoods   #NatureDays   #MakingMemories

Our fabulous judges, Matthew and Carlton, met up at Pizza Express to review all the amazing entries for this year’s Halloween Costume Competition!    They had a brilliant time going through the spooky, funny, and creative costumes — and after much deliberation, chose all the winners for each category… plus one overall winner! A huge thank you to everyone who took part — your costumes were incredible! Prizes are on their way to the lucky winners!

Martin loved Lordswood Firework Display! A brilliant night full of sparkle and smiles!

Supporting independence is a big part of what we do — and recently Andy showed us just how it's done! With a little help from staff when he needed it, Andy made his own lunch, showing real confidence in the kitchen. Well done, Andy — we’re proud of you! #IndependenceMatters   #SupportedLiving   #LifeSkills   #Teamwork   #ProudMoment

It’s so important that everyone has the opportunity to express their thoughts, feelings, and aspirations. John had a brilliant time catching up with staff over coffee, sharing his thoughts on the support he receives and activities he enjoys at the Day Service, including what he’d love to do in the future! Using a specially adapted questionnaire, John was able to independently express his feelings, wants, and needs with confidence and clarity. He was so proud of himself — and

A colourful new calculator can make all the difference — turning math's practice into something fun! A playful approach from staff has encouraged Megan with enjoyable and motivational learning.

A fantastic time at the Colonel Stephens Railway Museum in Tenterden, learning about all the trains. John even got to sit inside a vintage carriage, which made the experience extra special. The perfect end to a brilliant day.... a relaxing coffee!