DAAS Group

Bournemouth Meeting
2023-12-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-10-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-09-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-07-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-06-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-05-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-04-18 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Wallisdown, BH12 5BB, United Kingdom
What to expect

Join us for our in-person meetings at Bournemouth University. We usually meet in seminar room PG22 on the ground floor of Poole House. Free parking available in the carpark nearest the building. Details of the topics can be found on our Facebook page (search Dorset Adult Aspergers Support Open Group – this is a public group and content is visible to anyone). Join our mailing list by emailing us to get monthly reminders of the topic.

At our in-person meetings we have a variety of activities. Often we will have a speaker for part of the meeting, and/or a discussion though sometimes we do other things. All are welcome to attend, both autistic people and their supporters. No one is asked to join in and we are supportive of watching what happens and joining in when comfortable. You are welcome to leave the meeting for a break at any time.

For photos of Poole House and where to go, please check out our Facebook album at https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.386964261132211&type=3. No sign in is required to see the photos.

Timings of the event

Arrive 7:15-7:30pm

Meeting starts 7:30pm

Meeting ends 8:30pm

Room open for general chat until 9:00 pm

Where to park

The car park location is linked below, if you’d like further details including photos of the room we meet in, and a video driving to the car park, please email us or check out the media section of our Facebook group. DAAS Fusion Building Facebook album

Car park location: Google Maps link

Car park entrance: drive to the left by the Fusion building as shown in the photo below and park in this car park. You don’t need to buy a ticket or display anything in your car.

Online Typed Chat
2023-12-05 19:30 - 20:30, 2023-11-07 19:30 - 20:30, 2023-10-03 19:30 - 20:30, 2023-09-05 19:30 - 20:30, 2023-08-01 19:30 - 20:30, 2023-07-04 19:30 - 20:30, 2023-05-02 19:30 - 20:30 (Europe/London) | Online
Join us for a typed online chat. This is a great opportunity to connect with other autistic adults and share experiences. No-one will see or hear you, and you can watch what happens or join in the conversation.

7:30-7:40: Welcome each other, chat on any topic

7:40-8:10: Structured chat on a set topic with questions

8:10-8:30: Open chat on any topic

To join this event click the ‘Chat Room’ page of our event at the start time, click guest and enter a nickname (doesn’t need to be your real or full name). The online chat takes place on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30-8:30pm

Bournemouth Meeting
2023-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Wallisdown, BH12 5BB, United Kingdom
What to expect

Join us for our in-person meetings at Bournemouth University. We will be meeting in our usual room FG06 on the ground floor of the Fusion Building. Free parking available in the carpark nearest the building.

This month we will be hearing from Michelle about her work at the Job Centre. Michelle is involved in improving support for autistic and neurodivergent individuals who are looking for work. Join our mailing list by completing the form on the ‘Contact Us’ page or by emailing us, to get monthly reminders of the topic.

At our in-person meetings we have a variety of activities. Often we will have a speaker for part of the meeting, and/or a discussion though sometimes we do other things. All are welcome to attend, both autistic people and their supporters. No one is asked to join in and we are supportive of watching what happens and joining in when comfortable. You are welcome to leave the meeting for a break at any time.

Timings of the event

Arrive 7:15-7:30pm

Meeting starts 7:30pm

Meeting ends 8:30pm

Room open for general chat until 9:00 pm

Where to park

The car park location is linked below, if you’d like further details including photos of the room we meet in, and a video driving to the car park, please email us or check out the media section of our Facebook group. DAAS Fusion Building Facebook album

Car park location: Google Maps link

Car park entrance: drive to the left by the Fusion building as shown in the photo below and park in this car park. You don’t need to buy a ticket or display anything in your car.

This is the Fusion Building at Bournemouth University, where meetings are usually held. The photo is taken from the car park and the arrow points to the door. Turn left when you enter the door and follow the building round to room FG06.

Online Autism Talk
2023-06-17 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Online
Trish will give a talk on Saturday morning introducing autism/Asperger’s/ASD. It will be held online and last about an hour. It will be suitable for anyone wanting to learn more about autism e.g. family and friends. Email Trish TrishJubbtutor @gmail.com (remove the space) for details.

Note that this is not a DAAS event, but a separate event run by our chairperson, that may be of interest to DAAS members or people they know.

Online Typed Chat
2023-06-13 19:30 - 20:30 (Europe/London) | Online
Join us for a typed online chat. This is a great opportunity to connect with other autistic adults and share experiences. No-one will see or hear you, and you can watch what happens or join in the conversation.

This is a rearranged meeting, typically we would meet online on the first Tuesday of the month, but technical issues led to the 6th June meeting being cancelled.

As this isn’t our typical meeting night, we’ll either have a informal chat, or follow the planned topic for last week (friendship), depending on attendee numbers.

To join this event click the ‘Chat Room’ page of our event at the start time, click guest and enter a nickname (doesn’t need to be your real or full name).

Online Typed Chat
2023-06-06 19:30 - 20:30 (Europe/London) | Online
Join us for a typed online chat. This is a great opportunity to connect with other autistic adults and share experiences. No-one will see or hear you, and you can watch what happens or join in the conversation.

This month we will have a typed chat about friendship. We’ll talk about what makes a good friend and the benefits and challenges of making new friends. There will also be opportunities for social chat on any topic.

7:30-7:40: Welcome each other, chat on any topic

7:40-8:10: Structured chat on a set topic with questions

8:10-8:30: Open chat on any topic

To join this event click the ‘Chat Room’ page of our event at the start time, click guest and enter a nickname (doesn’t need to be your real or full name). The online chat takes place on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30-8:30pm

Bournemouth Meeting
2023-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Wallisdown, BH12 5BB, United Kingdom
What to expect

Join us for our in-person meetings at Bournemouth University. We will be meeting in room FG06 on the ground floor of the Fusion Building. Free parking available in the carpark nearest the building. This month we will be hearing from Ben, Sarah, and Paula about the work they do for the charity ‘We Are With You’. This is a charity that offers free, confidential support to people in England and Scotland who have issues with drugs, alcohol, or mental health. Join our mailing list by emailing us to get monthly reminders of the topic.

At our in-person meetings we have a variety of activities. Often we will have a speaker for part of the meeting, and/or a discussion though sometimes we do other things. All are welcome to attend, both autistic people and their supporters. No one is asked to join in and we are supportive of watching what happens and joining in when comfortable. You are welcome to leave the meeting for a break at any time.

Please book before attending if possible. If you have difficulty with forms, you can still attend without booking and provide your details at the welcome desk on arrival. Booking Link

Timings of the event

Arrive 7:15-7:30pm

Meeting starts 7:30pm

Meeting ends 8:30pm

Room open for general chat until 9:00 pm

Where to park

The car park location is linked below, if you’d like further details including photos of the room we meet in, and a video driving to the car park, please email us or check out the media section of our Facebook group. DAAS Fusion Building Facebook album

Car park location: Google Maps link

Car park entrance: drive to the left by the Fusion building as shown in the photo below and park in this car park. You don’t need to buy a ticket or display anything in your car.

This is the Fusion Building at Bournemouth University, where meetings are usually held. The photo is taken from the car park and the arrow points to the door. Turn left when you enter the door and follow the building round to room FG06.

Monthly Zoom Meeting: Eye Contact
2020-11-17 19:30 - 20:30 (Europe/London)
While our face-to-face meetings are cancelled, come and join us online instead. Most Tuesdays we’ll be holding a chat in the online chatroom, but on the third Tuesday of each month we’ll be meeting on Zoom instead.

Tonight we’ll be discussing eye contact and other social conventions. As with all DAAS events, there is no pressure to join in. You’re welcome to watch what happens or join the discussion as you feel comfortable.

Contact us for the Zoom link.

More about support during the pandemic.

Bournemouth Meeting
2020-09-15 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Wallisdown, BH12 5BB, United Kingdom
Programme

7.00pm Welcome

Host to be confirmed

Refreshments

Available from 7.15 pm. Coffee/Tea and biscuits

Sensory Items

Small sensory items wll be on tables for us during the meeting – please try not to be too distracting with them during talks! On occasions there may be a bigger selection on a separate sensory table for use before or after the meeting (but not during).

7.30pm Notices

Notices from the DAAS group and other relevant information

7.45pm Main event

This month’s topic to be confirmed. Check back here for updates.

And finally…

Time after the Main Event to circulate, chat, seek advice or offer help and generally catch up.

Information

Note for first-timers

At DAAS meetings, you’re very welcome to join in and take part, but you are also welcome to just listen and observe – whatever feels comfortable. You can also leave and re-enter the room.

Confidentiality

Please respect each other’s privacy and don’t discuss outside meetings
who else attends or what they say at DAAS events, unless that person has
given you permission to do so.

Can you help?

We still need help to continue running DAAS. If you can help in some small way, please contact us.

Bournemouth Meeting - Cancelled
2020-07-21 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
In-person meetings at Bournemouth University 3rd Tuesday of the month.

We will be running online chats 1st Tuesday of the month.

Dorchester Meeting - Cancelled
2020-07-13 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | The United Church Dorchester, 49/51 Charles Street, Dorchester, DT1 1EE

Bournemouth Meeting Cancelled
2020-06-16 19:00 - 21:00 UTC

Bournemouth Meeting -Cancelled
2020-05-19 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Room K101, Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, BH12 5BB, United Kingdom
In-person meetings at Bournemouth University 3rd Tuesday of the month.

We will be running online chats 1st Tuesday of the month.

Programme

7.00pm Welcome

Host to be confirmed

Refreshments

Available from 7.15 pm. Coffee/Tea and biscuits

Sensory Items

Small sensory items wll be on tables for us during the meeting – please try not to be too distracting with them during talks! On occasions there may be a bigger selection on a separate sensory table for use before or after the meeting (but not during).

7.30pm Notices

Notices from the DAAS group and other relevant information

7.45pm Main event

This month’s topic to be confirmed. Check back here for updates.

And finally…

Time after the Main Event to circulate, chat, seek advice or offer help and generally catch up.

Information

Note for first-timers

At DAAS meetings, you’re very welcome to join in and take part, but you are also welcome to just listen and observe – whatever feels comfortable. You can also leave and re-enter the room.

Confidentiality

Please respect each other’s privacy and don’t discuss outside meetings
who else attends or what they say at DAAS events, unless that person has
given you permission to do so.

Can you help?

We still need help to continue running DAAS. If you can help in some small way, please contact us.

Dorchester Meeting - Cancelled
2020-05-11 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | The United Church Dorchester, 49/51 Charles Street, Dorchester, DT1 1EE
In-person meetings at Bournemouth University 3rd Tuesday of the month.

We will be running online chats 1st Tuesday of the month.

Programme

7.00pm Doors open

Host to be confirmed

Refreshments

Coffee/Tea/Squash & biscuits available throughout the evening.

7.20pm Notices

Notices from the DAAS group and other relevant information

If you have any information you think would be helpful or interesting for group members, you can share it here (if you don’t want to speak, let the host know before the meeting starts and they will read it out).

7.25pm Main event

This month’s topic to be confirmed. Check back here for updates.

8.30pm (approx) And finally…

There is usually time after the main event to talk, ask questions and share information.

9.00pm End of meeting

Grateful thanks for helping us ready the Café for the following morning 🙂

Information

First Visit?

Our group is open to people on the autistic spectrum both diagnosed and undiagnosed plus carers, friends and family. You’re very welcome to our group. Read more about what to expect on your first visit.

Confidentiality

Please respect each other’s privacy and don’t discuss outside meetings
who else attends or what they say at DAAS events, unless that person has
given you permission to do so.

Cancelled - Bournemouth Meeting
2020-04-21 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Room FG06, Fusion Building, Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Wallisdown, Bournemouth, BH12 5BB

Easter Monday Walk - Cancelled
2020-04-13 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | The United Church Dorchester, 49/51 Charles Street, Dorchester, DT1 1EE
In-person meetings at Bournemouth University 3rd Tuesday of the month.

We will be running online chats 1st Tuesday of the month.

Our normal meeting day falls on a bank holiday in April, so instead
of a formal meeting, you’re invited to join us for a walk along the
River Frome in the afternoon

When and where?

We’ll meet at the entrance to our usual venue, the cafe at the United Church in Dorchester, at 2pm. From there we’ll walk down to the river. Finish time shown of 4pm is approximate.

Dorset Self-Management Service - Cancelled
2020-03-17 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Room K101, Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, BH12 5BB, United Kingdom
In-person meetings at Bournemouth University 3rd Tuesday of the month.

We will be running online chats 1st Tuesday of the month.

Programme

7.00pm Welcome

Host to be confirmed

Refreshments

Available from 7.15 pm. Coffee/Tea and biscuits

Sensory Items

Small sensory items wll be on tables for us during the meeting – please try not to be too distracting with them during talks! On occasions there may be a bigger selection on a separate sensory table for use before or after the meeting (but not during).

7.30pm Notices

Notices from the DAAS group and other relevant information

7.45pm Dorset Self Management Service – Karen Wilmshust

This month we welcome Karen Wilsmhurst who will talk about the Dorset Self Management Service, a free NHS service run by Help & Care for people with long-term health conditions and carers.

Karen has many years of experience in working for people with autism
as well as a background in employment and benefits services.

And finally…

Time after the Main Event to circulate, chat, seek advice or offer help and generally catch up.

Information

Note for first-timers

At DAAS meetings, you’re very welcome to join in and take part, but you are also welcome to just listen and observe – whatever feels comfortable. You can also leave and re-enter the room.

Confidentiality

Please respect each other’s privacy and don’t discuss outside meetings
who else attends or what they say at DAAS events, unless that person has
given you permission to do so.

Can you help?

We still need help to continue running DAAS. If you can help in some small way, please contact us.
