SAFE is a support group for individuals and families affected by Asperger Syndrome (AS) and High Functioning Autism (HFA) in Essex, including the unitaries of Southend and Thurrock.
SAFE (Supporting Asperger Families in Essex) is a parent support group that works to:
- Raise awareness of Asperger Syndrome
- Provide support for individuals and families living with Asperger Syndrome
- Share information in order to raise the quality of care and understanding within our communities
- Develop services for people and families affected by Asperger Syndrome
Activities
- SAFE STUFF (Social Training Using Fun & Friendship): SAFE STUFF is for our younger group of children aged 8-12 years with Asperger Syndrome. Over 100 children have been using a variety of art forms such as drama, dance, poetry, pottery-making, arts and crafts, plus visiting places of interest to the young people as well as taking part in special workshops as a way of learning concrete skills in group social interaction and team building.
- SAFE Youth Activity Clubs: Evolving from our social skills courses for children with Asperger Syndrome, SAFE holds regular Youth Clubs in the North and the South of the county where young people aged 13 to 21 years old are able to take part in a wide range of activities including bowling, swimming, rock-climbing, camping, boating, and social events.
- A.S.A.P. (Asperger Syndrome Adults and Parents): ASAP is SAFE\'s adult group for those aged 17+ with Asperger Syndrome. The group meets monthly to deal with issues particular to adults such as independent living, supported employment and training, social communication and interaction skills, adult social care, friendships and relationships, mental health and carers\' issues. Members also receive monthly newsletters with further advice and information.
Anyone wishing to participate in any of our activities must be a registered member of SAFE.
Membership Queries - please email Linda Burge (address above)
Address:
1 Plummers Road, Fordham, Colchester, CO6 3NP