When you leave school, go to a new college or university or start work, it can sometimes be a challenge to find like-minded new friends. Sometimes the opportunities for young adults to socialise don’t suit Autistic or socially anxious adults. ASCape’s 18+ Group is designed by and for our young adults. Volunteers hold a DBS, and are safeguarding-trained, with experience of autism and mental health challenges. The 18+ Group has their own monthly Youth Group, a growing programme of social activities and a hugely friendly and supportive WhatsApp group.
The monthly 18+ Youth Group is for young adults who are Autistic and/or struggling with their mental health and anxiety, aged 18-25. You can bring a friend or supporter (human or canine!) if you wish. There are activities, music, games, drinks and snacks.
The 18+ Group decides what they want to do together and some of the activities they’ve enjoyed include trips to the Tank Museum, the fun fair, the pub and to West Bay for fish and chips. The 18+ Group is supported by ASCape staff member, Sarnie Green, who is also admin of their popular WhatsApp group. Some people choose only to socialise via the WhatsApp Group and that works for them.
“Every moment of being part of ASCape has been lovely! A very sweet group of people and great opportunities. Helps with my anxiety.” Gray
“I’ve been coming to ASCape since the first session ever and it’s been incredible and helped me grow, accept and understand myself and helped socially.” Eliot
If you have an idea about an activity that could work for the 18+ Group please email info@ascapegroup.org
