SAGE (Social Autism Group Events)

Join us in a calm and structured environment and share with us about your experience with autism. CHANGE OF LOCATION: We will now be meeting at Espressoul Cafe in Riverton. This is a timed sharing event with prompt questions to help you capture your thoughts. There is no obligation to share and you are welcome to just listen. We ask you to not comment or ask questions during the time that others are speaking.

Questions for this event:
What has been your experience with therapy? (What kind/s have you experienced?)
How has it helped you or hindered you?
"Neuro-affirming" is becoming a buzzword in many domains. What evidence do you look for to see if something is genuinely affirming?
What do you believe autistic people need in order to be equipped with fundamental life skills and to thrive as their happy autistic selves?
What is one thing you feel psychologists don't understand about autism?

-=Timeline=-
10:25-10:35 Turn up, place orders, get comfy
10:40 Meeting begins
12:20 Meeting ends, time for free chat

This is a good old fashioned burgers, games, and relaxing company meetup at the East Vic Park Grill’d 🙂

I will book a table in my name and arrive around 610 to order and eat. It’s a good idea to order on arrival so we can eat, clear the table, than play some games 👍

To find us look for a long table with card games on it. I may also put up an A4 sign with the groups logo on it, I will post more information when I arrive at the venue. Please message me if you have any issues with finding us or the venue.

Be aware that many of us have sensory issues and struggle with too much excitement and volume.

Feel free to bring along your own games, but nothing too complex or offensive. Please feel free to move tables if you want to try a different game.

I usually park behind the IGA or up at the Park Centre shops. There is street park but you may need a ticket.

Message me with any concerns or questions you have.

Hope to see you there,
Chris 🙂

-== About SAGE ==-

SAGE is a social group for people who identify as being on the autistic spectrum, or people who suspect that they are. You do not need a diagnosis to come along to events.

Our core values are respect, acceptance, and community, and by holding to these values we aim to create a friendly and safe place for members to relate to others and have some fun.

New members are always welcome and we understand that it can take courage to attend events if your social confidence isn’t high. Feel free to to message event host for details or assurance, we want to meet you.

SAGE is non-political, independent, and entirely volunteer operated. SAGE was established in February 2020.

If you would like to donate to support SAGE go to:

https://gofund.me/9d1e18e7

Thank You

NEW LOCATION: Now at Citiplace Community Centre,

SEE PHOTOS IN COMMENTS FOR DIRECTIONS TO THE BACK DOOR.

This is a weekly Creativity and Lego Session!

Bring your own project or just turn up and use what I have available. Individuals are welcome to bring a support worker.

We're passionate about ensuring everyone feels included, so we ask that everyone comes with an open and empathetic attitude to differences and a desire to actively promote inclusion! All are welcome regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, and religion. We, as autistic individuals, have all experienced discrimination and social exclusion, so please bring your best attitude!!

We ask that everyone brings an OPTIONAL donation of $2 or $5 to assist with ongoing running costs of SAGE and this Creativity Group. NOTE This is for regular attendees and only as you can afford, not required.

PARKING: Free parking after 6pm in the Perth Train Station carpark. Ensure you enter AFTER 6pm or you will have to pay $5.50ph.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT: The Citiplace is on the overpass above Perth Train Station. This is the overpass that goes above midland and thornlie/Armadale train lines.

BACKDOOR DIRECTIONS:
There is a backdoor directly to the room. From the overpass go down between the boost juice and priceline turn to the left and go past Pop and Fun towards the carpark on your left will be a propped open door with a SAGE sign on it. You can still come through the front if you want.

NOTE: This is is also posted on WA3 meetup group*

I look forward to seeing you there!!
Cherith & Kim 🙂