FASS
Family Autistic Spectrum Support
Children on the autistic spectrum often find it difficult to join in mainstream activities. FASS gives them the opportunity to play with other children, with their families, in environments where they can feel comfortable. Check out our upcoming events list below or visit our activities page for more information and. a full list of events.
WHO IS FASS
FASS has over 500 members. Each member representing a family with a child or young person with Autism or related issues.
Our trustees are Jane, Michelle C, Scarlett, Melanie, Nicki, Natalie R, Helen, Michelle S, Natalie MB,
If you are interested in becoming a trustee or a volunteer please email us at admin@fass.org.uk or chat to us at events.
WHAT DO FASS DO
We offer a range of activities and support for children, siblings and their parents. Our activities suit all ages, interests and abilities and we take care to minimise factors that might cause anxiety, i.e. noise, crowds and queues.
In addition to our activities, we have a facebook support group, giving members the opportunity to exchange views, share ideas and ask advice in a private and non-judgemental platform.
WANT TO JOIN FASS?
Join us for free now
Remember your email address, as this will be your access code and needed to book activities at eventbrite.co.uk
Once joined you may then access our closed Facebook page Fass Members for information and support from other parents
Please contact our trustees on admin@fass.org.uk for information and to be signposted to relevant professional agencies
FASS
Activities
We have a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities tailored for children and young adults on the Autistic Spectrum. Our members find it difficult to attend local activities. This can be because of the noise, queues, crowds and quite often struggle to negotiate social situations. FASS sole hires activities to allow children to be themselves in an environment they are their families find comfortable.
Indoor Soft Play Monkey Bizness, Gosport
At Monkey Bizness you can sit back and relax whilst the kids run off their energy with two fun hours of running about, climbing and sliding at Monkey Bizness.
Access to two play zones for children of all heights and ages, including a quiet room for the those difficult times.
Swimming Fareham Leisure Centre with Inflatables
If you struggle to go swimming with your family, either because it is too busy, too stressful or too noisy then this is perfect for you.
Enjoy 1-hour exclusive swimming at Fareham Leisure Centre. We have hired the large pool and this will include the inflatables and floats.
Game Over Retro Games Cafe, Portsmouth
In an awesome basement setting, you can book in for a 2-hour session just with our FASS friends, and game to your heart's content.
They have every single game and console that you can imagine, from the Vectrex to the Game Cube, from Playstation 1 to Pong on the Binatone TV Master IV.
Chocolate Workshop The Crafty Chocolatier, Waterlooville
The Crafty Chocolatier has a Chocolate Snug, situated in her garden in Waterlooville. Come and join us in her happy place where creations come to life.
All tickets are for children and this includes siblings. The shed is small so we only stick to 8 children per session.
Cooking with Coral Holiday & Weekends, Porchester & Havant
Does your child or young person enjoy cooking and baking but struggle to cope with the pressure of a group setting because there is often too many children, noises and smells resulting in sensory overload? Or maybe they struggle to maintain focus and require support and regular breaks at a pace suited for them?
Hydro Pool and Sensory Room Heath Road, Park Gate, SO31 6PJ
Autistic children gain skills with swimming, balance, and strength during hydrotherapy.
A Sensory Room is a specially designed space aimed to stimulate the senses, promoting de-escalation and/or encouraging engagement.