ASAAC - Autism Support Allerdale & Copeland

03/09/2026

02/09/2026

☕💚 COME ALONG FOR A CUPPA, A CHAT & A CRAFT! 💚🎨

Fancy getting out of the house for a couple of hours, meeting others and doing something enjoyable in a relaxed and friendly environment?

Come along to ASAAC’s Craft Club – 10am–12pm.

🧶 Bring along your own craft or project to work on
🎨 Or have a go at a craft activity provided by us
☕ Enjoy a cuppa and a chat
💬 Meet new people and enjoy some friendly company
💚 No experience needed – just come as you are!

You don’t have to be “crafty” to join us. Sometimes it’s simply nice to sit with others, have a brew, have a natter and do something fun at your own pace.

Whether you enjoy card making, knitting, crochet, colouring, scrapbooking or have something completely different you’re working on, bring it along!

📍 ASAAC
⏰ 10am–12pm

New faces are always very welcome, so why not pop in and see what you think? 💚

Come for the craft, stay for the cuppa and company! ☕😊

02/09/2026

💚 Hey.. After a restful summer we are back.

If things have felt a bit hard lately, this is for you.

You know when you’re trying your best, but somehow everything still feels a little bit too much?

You’re doing the appointments.
The paperwork.
The worrying.
The trying to work out what comes next.

💚And sometimes you just want somewhere you can go where you don’t have to have all the answers but also zero shame?!

Maybe you need someone to talk to.
Maybe you’d like to meet people who REALLY get it.
Maybe you’re ready to start thinking about work, learning or your future - but your confidence needs a little boost first.

Or maybe… you just need to get out of the house and spend a couple of hours somewhere that feels welcoming. 💚

Come along - we would love to have you.

You don't have to be confident.
You don't have to know anyone.
You don't have to have a plan.

Just take that first little step.

Every Thursday at ASAAC:

🌿 THE NETWORK HUB | 1.30–3.30pm
For adults & parents - a place to talk, share, connect and support one another.

💼 THE WORK LOUNGE | 5–7pm
For 16+ - a relaxed space for games, AQA learning, confidence, wellbeing and preparing for work.

And the best bit?

It's completely FREE. 💚

📍 ASAAC Centre, 16–18 Oxford Street, Workington
📞 07702 580347
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.asaac.org

You never know what might change when you give yourself permission to try something new. 🌱💚

01/09/2026

We would love to be a winner...

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01/09/2026

💚 ASAAC HOME ED HUB IS BACK! 💚
📅 Starting Monday 7th September

Are you home educating, or is your child or young person currently not attending school?

Our ASAAC Home Ed Hub is starting back on Monday 7th September, and we’d love to welcome some new children, young people and families. 🌟

Our Home Ed Hub is designed to be a small, calm, relaxed and neurodiversity-friendly space where children and young people can learn, socialise and build confidence at their own pace.

🎨 Creative activities
🎲 Games and social opportunities
📚 Fun and practical learning
🏆 AQA learning opportunities available
🤝 Friendship and confidence building
💚 A welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves

The group is aimed at approximately 7–16 years, but we can be flexible depending on individual needs.

We understand that walking into a new group can be a BIG step. There is no pressure to join in straight away — your child can take their time, watch what's happening and get comfortable with the surroundings first.

And importantly, there is no commitment to attend every week. We understand the unpredictability of neurodivergent family life, so come along when you can.

👋 New members are very welcome!

If you've been thinking about trying a Home Ed group but weren't sure whether your child would manage, why not come along and give ASAAC a try? You're welcome to contact us beforehand, ask questions or arrange to have a chat.

📅 Starts Monday 7th September
⏰ 1pm–4pm

📧 [email protected]
📱 Message ASAAC through Facebook

💚 Come as you are. Take things at your own pace. You’ll be very welcome.

Please share with any Home Ed families who might benefit from finding a supportive local community.

31/08/2026

Toni has been busy today 💕 Getting some of the merch ready 🙌

All Kinds of Minds 💕

31/08/2026

💚 WE’RE BACK THIS THURSDAY! 💚

After a well-earned summer break, the ASAAC Team is feeling refreshed, recharged, and ready to welcome everyone back! 😊

This Thursday, 3rd September, two of our groups will be starting back:

💚 The Network Hub
A friendly and welcoming space for adults and parent carers to meet others, chat, share experiences and build connections.

💚 The Work Lounge
Our 16+ social group for those who are working, preparing for work, or simply looking to build confidence, friendships and new skills in a relaxed environment.

🌟 NEW MEMBERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME! 🌟

We know that walking into a new group for the first time can sometimes feel a little daunting, so please don't worry. There’s no pressure to join in straight away — come along, have a cuppa, meet the ASAAC team and see what you think.

Our groups are about friendship, belonging, confidence, laughter and having some fun along the way. 💚

If you’ve been thinking about joining one of our groups, September could be the perfect time to give it a try.

We’d also really appreciate our ASAAC community sharing this post so we can reach people across West Cumbria who may be looking for somewhere to connect and feel welcome.

💚 Come as you are — we’d love to see you! 💚

29/08/2026

💚 JUST 4 WEEKS TO GO! 💚

Our ASAAC Table Top Sale is getting closer, and we would absolutely love to see you there! 🛍️🎉

📅 Saturday 26th September
⏰ 11am – 4pm
📍 ASAAC, Workington

Come along, have a browse, grab yourself a bargain and help support Autism Support Allerdale and Copeland (ASAAC). 💚

We really do appreciate the wonderful support you give to our charity. Every visit, share, donation and word of encouragement helps us continue supporting autistic and neurodivergent children, young people, adults and their families across West Cumbria.

Whether you're a regular supporter or you've never visited us before, we'd love to welcome you! 🥰

💚 Please share and help us spread the word — 4 weeks and counting! 💚

29/08/2026

ASAAC and our Mini-Con friends at Harrington Marina today ☺️

28/08/2026

I can't believe it...

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