And, if successful, a new group may be set up in the town to offer help long-term.

The drop-in is being held on Friday (30) from 11am to 4pm at West Norfolk Mencap, 16 Tuesday Market Place.

Anyone affected by Asperger syndrome – a form of autism – including parents and carers is welcome to call in for more information, advice or help.

The event is being organised by a team from Asperger East Anglia who are aware of the difficulties people with Asperger syndrome (AS), their parents and carers, experience getting appropriate support.

Head of adult services at Asperger East Anglia, Steve Bloomfield said: "We are here to help anyone of any age.

"However, we are particularly hoping to contact adults with Asperger syndrome and their carers because we know adults have particular problems both socially and finding employment that can use their specific skills.

"Although many people with Asperger syndrome learn to live with it and the advantages it brings with it, for others it can have a dramatic and negative impact on forming relationships and developing any form of normal social life."

Asperger East Anglia is also hoping to start a new adult social group in Lynn which, with the help of the team, would then run regular meetings.

"There are many people whose lives have been affected by Asperger syndrome who we know need more help and support than they currently receive. From school age up to older adults, we are aware that there are many people in this county who do not have a diagnosis and don't receive any adequate or appropriate support," Mr Bloomfield said.

"If you or someone you care for may be affected as Asperger syndrome please come along and meet the team that will include education and employment advisers as well as parent and carer support staff from the Asperger East Anglian team in Norwich."