Type of service: Social groups

Website: http://www.autismbedfordshire.net

Loads of Autistic Fun (or L.O.A.F. for short) is a Saturday morning activity group which the whole family can attend. It runs fortnightly during term time from 10am to 1pm and provides an inclusive environment where all children up to age 12 (those with autism and their siblings) and their parents/carers are welcome and supported by trained staff and volunteers. L.O.A.F. provides a place where autistic children and their families can feel comfortable, accepted and valued. It is a calm, supportive environment that enables the children to feel safe, join in and not be judged if they don’t. The first session would be free but the usual cost is £10 per family. After the first visit, families will need to become members of Autism Bedfordshire to be able to attend further L.O.A.F. sessions. Please note that there are currently waiting lists for all LOAF groups. If you would like to be added to the waiting list please call the Autism Bedfordshire Office on 01234 214871. We will then contact you as soon as a place becomes available to invite you to the next session. Because of the Coronavirus we have made some changes to the way the groups run. Sessions are currently split into 1.5hr slots with reduced numbers. Temperature checks will be taken outside before anyone can enter the building.
 

Aimed at: Adolescent , Child , Child/adolescent sibling, Young person

Gender: All genders