NAS - Social Groups

Brief description:

The NAS Social Groups Programme is a Scotland-wide, locally run, programme that offers opportunities for people with autism to socialise, mix with peers and be themselves. Activities could include trips out such as going to the cinema, bowling, playing pool, going on a boat trip, a meal out, cookery lessons, a trip to the theatre, karting, or a visit to the museum.

Organisation name:

The National Autistic Society (Scotland)

Type of break:

Clubs or Day Facilities for Short Break/Respite Purposes

Care needs catered for:

Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Carer Support

Ages catered for:

Children, Young People, Adults

How do people access your service:

Visit our Social Groups directory to find a service near you - https://www.autism.org.uk/services/community/group/scotland.aspx

Full service description:

75% of adults with autism or Asperger Syndrome have told us they do not have any friends or find it hard or very hard to make friends. Our social groups meet regularly and equip members for living independent lives by providing opportunities to form close relationships, as well as developing self confidence and social skills. The groups are user-led and members decide together what activities they will do facilitated by a Social Programmes Manager who in turn is supported by trained volunteers. For some their time at the social group may be their only chance to venture out of the house and socialise without a family member.  This boosts confidence and enables social skills to increase, enabling them to participate more fully in their local community. The social group team believe it is important that every social group member works towards individual aims and targets whilst participating in the groups.  These individual aims and targets could include: Making friends, Enjoying activities, Using public transport. Using money, Communication skills, Taking part in new activities, Compromising, Decision making, Confidence building, Turn taking, Personal presentation, Healthy eating, Taking part in sporting activities.

What is included/not included in the price of the break:

See individual service listings for information.

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