Young Adults Social Group 16-25 Years
16-25 Social Group
WHAT?
This group is free.
People do not need a diagnosis to attend.
Under 18s can attend this group without an adult , but a Registration Form must be be completed in advance. Please click here to complete one.
This group for younger autistic adults aged 16 - 25, people waiting for an assessment, considering assessment or self identifying are welcome.
X Box, Switch and Wii available, along with crafts, board games, colouring and refreshments.
Our autistic peer support workers are also available.
Family and support staff are requested to only attend if they are required to assist with medical needs or to assist with communication.
It is important that they do not centre themselves in conversations and remember that this is a space for autistic people.
WHERE?
The AUtism Zone
This group takes place in :
WHEN?
Tuesdays
18:00 - 19:30
Every 4 weeks
WITH?
At this group you will meet:
HOW?
There are 16 spaces available for young people at each group.
Spaces must be booked on our BookWhen page.
Adult Social Group
Artwork by Gevie Godden
WHO?
For autistic adults (18 years+)
You do not need a diagnosis to attend.
This is not a group for family members, carers or supporters. If you need to bring someone with you to support communication or because of high-anxiety, please contact us.
WHAT?
This group is free.
An opportunity for autistic adults to meet each other and chat with our peer support workers.
There are numerous activities available which vary each session.If you have a preferred activity, we can make this available for you.
WHERE?
The AUtism Zone
This group takes place in :
WHEN?
Mondays
19:00-20:30
Every 4 Weeks
Thursdays
Every 4 weeks
14:30-16:00
WITH?
At this group you will meet:
HOW?
There are 15 spaces available for each group.
Spaces must be booked on our BookWhen page.
Waiting for an Assessment Social Group
Artwork by Gevie Godden
WHO?
For autistic adults (18 years+)
This is for those awaiting assessment.
This is not a group for family members, carers or supporters. If you need to bring someone with you to support communication or because of high-anxiety, please contact us.
WHAT?
This group is free.
An opportunity for autistic adults to meet each other and chat with our peer support workers.
There are numerous activities available which vary each session. If you have a preferred activity, we can make this available for you.
WHERE?
The AUtism Zone
This group takes place in :
WHEN?
FROM APRIL - Mondays
19:00-20:30
Every 4 Weeks
WITH?
At this group you will meet:
HOW?
There are 15 spaces available for each group.
Spaces must be booked on our BookWhen page.
Adult Information & Support Sessions
Artwork by Gevie Godden
WHO?
For autistic adults (18 years+)
You do not need a diagnosis to attend.
This is not a group for family members, carers or supporters. If you need to bring someone with you to support communication or because of high-anxiety, please contact us.
WHAT?
This group is free.
An opportunity for autistic adults to meet each other and chat with our peer support workers about specific topics.
You can attend as many sessions as you want to and you do not have to attend all sessions.
Session 1. Sensory Differences
Session 2. Reasonable Adjustments, and The Equality Act
Session 3. Myth Busting
Session 4. Meltdowns, Shutdowns, Overwhelm
Session 5. Burnout
Session 6. Feeling like an Impostor
Session 7.The Double Empathy Problem and Other Important Theories
Session 8. Masking and Unmasking
Session 9. Making Improvements in your Home Environment
Session 11. Communication
Session 12. ADHD and other Co Occurring Conditions & Neurodivergence
Each session will have a mixture of information and social activities, there will be several room options available to choose from.
WHERE?
The AUtism Zone
This group takes place in :
WHEN?
FROM APRIL - Mondays
14:00 - 15:30
WITH?
At this group you will meet:
HOW?
There are 15 spaces available for each group.
Spaces must be booked on our BookWhen page.
Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot Adventure Group
Image Credit -Char LaBrecht
WHO?
For autistic adults (18 years+)
You do not need a diagnosis to attend.
This is not a group for family members, carers or supporters. If you need to bring someone with you to support communication or because of high-anxiety, please contact us.
WHAT?
These D& D sessions are short campaigns that can be completed in one or 2 sessions.
This group is free, but we welcome contributions from attendees as this group has no funding stream.
WHERE?
The AUtism Zone
This group takes place in :
WHEN?
Tuesdays
13:00-15:00
Every 2 weeks
WITH?
At this group you will meet:
HOW?
There are 8 spaces available for each group.
Spaces must be booked on our BookWhen page.
Dungeons & Dragons Campaign Group
Image Credit -Char LaBrecht
WHO?
For autistic adults (18 years+)
You do not need a diagnosis to attend.
This is not a group for family members, carers or supporters. If you need to bring someone with you to support communication or because of high-anxiety, please contact us.
WHAT?
For those who would like to play regularly with an ongoing story.
This group is free, but we welcome contributions from attendees as this group has no funding stream.
WHERE?
The AUtism Zone
This group takes place in :
WHEN?
Thursdays
19:30-21:30
Every 2 weeks
WITH?
At this group you will meet:
HOW?
There are 8 spaces available for each group.
Spaces must be booked on our BookWhen page.
Women & Girls' Group
Artwork by Eva Goddard
WHAT?
This group is free.
You do not need a diagnosis to attend.
It is for autistic women & girls, including trans and NB.
It provides an opportunity for autistic women & girls of all ages to meet each other and chat with our peer support workers.
There are numerous activities available which vary each session.If you have a preferred activity, we can make this available for you.
WHERE?
The AUtism Zone
This group takes place in :
WHEN?
Wednesdays
17:30 -19:00
Every 4 Weeks
WITH?
At this group you will meet:
HOW?
There are 15 spaces available for each group.
Spaces must be booked on our BookWhen page.
Adult Drop-In
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WHAT?
This drop-in is free.
You do not need a diagnosis to attend.
Drop-in information and advice session for autistic adults, their families and supporters – no appointment needed.
It is a chance to:
· visit the building.
· borrow from the Sensory Library.
· talk to our peer supporters and volunteers.
· ask questions and discuss issues and concerns.
Please note, this is not an organised activity or group.
It will operate on a drop-in basis.
You may need to wait for a peer-support mentor to become available.
WHERE?
The AUtism Zone
This drop-in takes place in :
WHEN?
Mondays
Between 13:00 - 15:00
Every 4 weeks
Thursdays
Between 14:30-16:30
Every 4 weeks
WITH?
At this group you may meet :
HOW?
You do not need to book to attend.
Dates can be seen on our BookWhen page.
Pre-Diagnosis Workshops
Artwork by Eva Goddard
WHAT?
These sessions are free.
They are for those who do not have a diagnosis and are awaiting an assessment.
Details TBC
WHERE?
The AUtism Zone
These sessions take place in :
WHEN?
TBC
WITH?
At these sessions you will meet:
- TBC
HOW?
These sessions are currently only available via referral from The Arthur Webster Clinic.
Post-Diagnosis Workshops
Artwork by Gemma Marsh
WHAT?
These sessions are free.
They are for those who have received a diagnosis.
There are 6 sessions included covering:
- Introduction, Being Autistic and Positive Autistic Identity
- Reflecting on Your Life Without a Diagnosis
- Understanding your Sensory Profile
- Managing Anxiety
- Meltdowns and Shutdowns, Masking and Burnout
- Self-advocacy
WHERE?
The AUtism Zone
These sessions take place in :
WHEN?
Mondays
14:30-16:00
or
19:00-20:30
WITH?
At these sessions you will meet:
HOW?
There are 8 spaces available for each set of 6 sessions.
Spaces must be booked on our BookWhen page.