About Us
People with autism often feel isolated and lonely due to the difficulties they experience in making connections with others. This can lead to mental health issues and further difficulties in life. Combating the loneliness that comes with autism is essential, and peer-to-peer support is an important part of this process.
By connecting with others with similar experiences, people with autism can find support, understanding, and a sense of belonging. This can be done through support groups, online communities, and mutual aid groups. By building a community of understanding and acceptance, those with autism can find a safe space to be themselves and thrive.
Meet The Team
Founder & Creative Director
Lindsey Carrier
As founder and creative director, Lindsey has been building a dedicated digital space for people who are on the spectrum with the help of her team. When she is not working with her autistic peers to build a welcoming space for the neuro-divergent, she enjoys history, painting, ceramics and her menagerie of animals, which includes four horses, three dogs and her "service snake" Renenutet in Mabank, Tx.
IT Manager
Grant Knaver
As IT Manager, Grant Knaver helps manage new content and maintain this website. He lives in Georgetown, Texas, where he is a software developer and board game enthusiast.
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Activities Lead
Elizabeth Wallace
As our activities lead, Elizabeth is our head of finding "cool stuff" to do! She is a lawyer and cat lover, living in Addison, Texas.
Co-Founder & IT Director
Derek Gentry
As head of IT and a co-founder of the Social Autistic, Derek plays a pivotal role in growing and maintaining this social network. He lives in Tyler, Texas with his many cats and enjoys making digital music in his free time.