Autism Support Group, Solihull
SASSI is an Autism Support Group for parents/guardians of children or young people with an autistic spectrum disorder. All are welcome whether there has been a diagnosis or there is one pending. We offer a social opportunity to talk to parents in the same situation and an opportunity to talk informally to a variety of professionals. There is a formal talk on a variety of subjects suggested by parents. We meet every month in a primary school hall; the location changes each time.
Autism Events in Solihull
We hold fund raising and activities as well as social events for adults and children. We have close links to Autism West Midlands and the National Autistic Society.
25th January (7.15pm)
Talk by Julie Keen about Signpost Inclusion
Langley Primary School, St Bernards Rd, B92 7DJ
Committee Update!
Next Committee meeting
The next committee meetings will be on 6th October at The Wilsons Arms, in Knowle.
SASSI Spring Term Events
25th January (7.15pm)
Langley Primary School
Talk by Julie Keen about Signpost Inclusion and chance to see facilities and resources.
23th February (7.15pm)
Bishop Wilson School, Chelmsley Wood
Alice Singleton from Dial. Talk on Financial Welfare and Additional Support for Your Child.
March (Date TBC)
Widney Primary School
Talk by John Simpson and AGM
31st March and 1st April
Events in Solihull for World Autism Day
May (Date TBC)
A Saturday workshop with John Simpson and Kevin Baskerville
PAWS - Local workshops to support parents/carers of children affected by ASC
Families are affected by children with autism in so many different ways, some children can find it difficult getting dressed for school, others may find it difficult to brush their teeth, for some it is distressing when asked to go to sleep. PAWS (Parents Autism Workshops and Support) has been set up under the wing of Dogs for the Disabled, working with parents and carers of children with autism, to explore the helping potential that a pet dog can have overcoming such everyday situations.
Parents are invited to attend a series of three, one day workshops. These workshops cover a variety of topics; from how the dog can help children’s individuals needs, to selecting the right dog, how to meet the behavioural needs of their dog, safety in the home, practical skill building for training their dog, and so much more.
For more information please visit the website
Location: Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre, Honiley, Kenilworth, Warks, CV8 1NP
Workshop 1: Tuesday 17th January 2012 (10am start, 3.00pm finish approx.)
Workshop 2: Tuesday 21st February 2012 (10am start, 3.00pm finish approx.)
Workshop 3: Tuesday 20th March 2012 (10am start, 3.00pm finish approx.)
Location: Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre, Honiley, Kenilworth, Warks, CV8 1NP
Workshop 1: Tuesday 19th June 2012 (10am start, 3.00pm finish approx.)
Workshop 2: Tuesday 17th July 2012 (10am start, 3.00pm finish approx.)
Workshop 3: Tuesday 21st August 2012 (10am start, 3.00pm finish approx.)
First Dyspraxia Foundation Support Group Session
Friday 13th January at The Family Renewal centre, Lode Lane, Solihull, B91 2JR
We will be meeting from 10am-12, in our lovely comfortable room, which is called their 'sensory room'. This means of course that it does have lots to occupy small children so do bring them with you if that makes the session more accessible for you.
Please see the Facebook page for more info, or email Victoria Littlehales.
BrighterLifeCare
BrighterLifeCare provides short breaks and respite for children and young adults with a range of disabilities in the Solihull, Coventry and Warwickshire areas. We cater for the needs of a large range of disabilities and terminal illnesses, enabling access to facilities and opportunities in the community with the necessary support and guidance.
For further enquiries please contact us
Tel: 07414 120320 - Email: brighterlifecare@gmail.com - Web: www.brighterlifecare.co.uk
Dads Group! Dads on Saturday
Based at the Renewal Family Centre, Vulcan Rd, Solihull, Birmingham, B91 2JR
A great opportunity for Dads and male carers to spend some time together with their children having fun and meeting other Dads, who have children with additional needs/disabilities. Totally informal, Siblings welcome. For more information visit: www.dadsonsaturday.co.uk
We are now a charity!
SASSI was entered on the register of charities on 20th September. Our charity number is 1143869. Many thanks to David Wort from Family Equip for his support and advice on the process and to Richard Shaw for all the admin and paperwork.
Thanks to Cerebra and Bibic
Thank you to the speakers from Cerebra and Bibic for their very helpful talks at our last meeting. Go to their websites for more information.
Stars Sitting Service
Stars Sitting Service Ltd is a specialist recruitment and booking agency founded by a parent of a child with severe learning difficulties. We are unique because all of our sitters have skills and experience working with and supporting children with special needs at home or in mainstream facilities enabling inclusion.
For more information visit www.starssittingservice.co.uk or download the leaflet
Telephone: 0121 243 5670 or 07739 517374
or Email: contacts@starssittingservice.co.uk
World Autism Day
Thank You To Everyone Who Came to Support Us!
We had a lot of interest from parents, grandparents, teachers, childminders and young people with ASD. We will definately do this again!
Click here to view the pictures of our stand in Touchwood.
New Charities, Campaigns & Opportunities
New online forum for young people
Scope has a new online forum for young disabled people. The forum is called Meeting Point and is for young people aged 10 to 18 years old. www.scope.org.uk/youngpeople
Family Fund
The Family Fund helps low-income families caring for a disabled child aged 17 and under with grants for everyday things like washing machines, cookers, clothing and much more. Telephone 0845 130 45 42. www.familyfund.org.uk
DLA guide from Contact a Family
Contact a Family have published a new guide for familes about claiming Disability Living Allowance for children. You can download it from Contact a Family's website or you can call them on 0808 808 3555. www.cafamily.org.uk
IPSEA are now on Facebook
IPSEA is a national charity providing free legally based advice to families who have children with special educational needs. All their advice is given by trained volunteers. www.facebook.com/ipsea.page
SASSI on Facebook
SASSI is now on Facebook! Here you can stay up to date with SASSI, as well as take part in and start discussions.
Visit us here and click on the Like button!
SASSI AGM
Held on 18th January
At the AGM we voted the committee to continue for another year.
Jan Bradshaw - Chair
Alice Singleton - Vice Chair
Richard Shaw - Vice Chair
Sharon Peach - Secretary
Sue Mann - Treasurer
Committe Members:
Katie Oliver, Steph Dawson, Julie Keen, Nathalie Tamin,
Jonathan Harris, Rhona Dann, David Wort, Judith Ferrarim,
Julie Earl, Clare Webster.
SASSI Annual Report 2010
Click here to read the latest report on SASSI over the past year.
FunZone - Additional Needs Session
These sessions will provide a safe welcoming environment for children with additional needs and/or disabilities and provide an opportunity for families to meet and socialise.
FunZone Sessions will take place on Sunday at 11.00am - 1pm (Additional Needs Session).
Sessions will cost £3.55 per child and free drinks are provided.
Tudor Grange Leisure Centre
Blossomfield Road, Solihull
Tel: 0121 705 6371
Email: tom.jenkins@parkwood-leisure.co.uk
The Saturday Club (10.00am - 12 noon)
Group for young people aged 13+ wiuth learning difficulties. Provides a varied programme based around sports and arts and crafts. There is also the opportunity to take part in the Arts Award Scheme. The club also provides opportunities for longer projects, and organises trips out and residentials.
Hatchford Brook Y & C Centre
Old Lode Lane, Solihull, B92 8JE
Tel: 0121 743 9412
autism west midlands
Solihull ASD Siblings Group
For young people ages 11 - 16 with a brother or sister with an autistic spectrum disorder (ASD)
The Solihull ASD siblings group will take place once a month between 2 -4pm at Solihull Methodist Church Hall to enable siblings to have fun, meet other young people with brothers or sisters with ASD, learn more about ASD and discuss issues and find out how to cope better.
Interested or want to find out more? Please contact Kerry Purnell on 0121 450 759 or 07971 261 328 oe email: kerryp@autismwestmidlands.org.uk for a referral form.
New local Groups
Spectrum - meet in the Community Room, Mapledene Primary School, Mapledene Road, Sheldon, B26 3XE. For more information please contact Wendy on: spectrumsupportgroup@blueyonder.co.uk
Autism Parent Support Group - Run by autism west midlands, supported by Solihull SISS - meets last Monday of each month between 10am and 11am at Burman Childrens Centre, Velsheda Road, Shirley, West Midlands, B90 2JW.
Autism Parent Support Group - Held in Blasall Common Clinic every other Thursday afternoon. Phone Jill Hubbleday or Karen Southgate on 01676 532 381.
A Big Thanks!
A big thanks to Kate Smith at Liberty Property Lts and everyone at Blythe Valley Business Park and Shirley Lions who chose SASSI as this year's charity. We've been given a cheque for £2,700.
Record turnout for Blythe Valley Park Charity Fun Run!
A RECORD number of runners took part in the sixth annual Blythe Valley Park Charity Fun Run in Solihull. £3000 was raised for SASSI...
