BAAS Events

Members of BAAS with Mayor Akhtar Zaman at Bolton Mayor’s Fair which was held on 3rd December 2022

Members of BAAS with Mayor Akhtar Zaman at Bolton Mayor’s Fair which was held on 3rd December 2022.

Xmas Party Event which was held on 15th December and included an awards ceremony for those who had shown exceptional commitment to the service.

Our Xmas Party, held on 15th December and included an awards ceremony for those who had shown exceptional commitment to the service. Thanks also to Bolton’s Fund for funding the party.

Bolton Cares Event that was held on 24th November at The Holiday Inn, Bolton

Bolton Cares Event – 24th November at The Holiday Inn, Bolton.

Crazy Golf at the amazonia in Bolton

Thursday evening social

A Trip to Smithill’s farm

Making keyrings at the Thicketford Centre

Bolton’s Very own Autism Seminar: Choices and Solutions

Held on the 14th July 2015, the seminar was for parents and carers of children/young adults/adults of children with ASD’s. Five speakers, more than 20 exhibitor stalls and four workshops (two in the morning and two in the afternoon).

BAAS Group members had a great day – “our survey said “ – as did everyone who attended the event. This is just the start of things to come and we would like to thank everyone for their support and hard work, without you all this would not have been possible.

A huge thank you to all for making this event such a great experience:-

  • The Staff at The Bridge Church.
  • The Speakers.
  • The Exhibitors.
  • The Workshop leaders.
  • You the public, for attending.

What BAAS volunteers and clients say…

” I chose to volunteer with BAAS as I recognise the importance of having a support network, having someone there for a good natter and to share thoughts and feelings. By becoming a befriender I can provide a much needed social connection for an autistic adult in my local community by meeting once a week, having a chat and generally enjoying each other’s company. It genuinely brings a wealth of personal satisfaction. It’s only two hours a week, but I know the difference those two hours make to someone who may otherwise be socially isolated. ”

” I’ve been involved as a BAAS befriender now since February 2022 and have found it an overwhelmingly positive experience. I feel that I have developed new personal skills, gained confidence and become more empathetic whilst undertaking my Befriending role at BAAS. I would not hesitate to recommend befriending and, specifically, BAAS as a worthy and endeavour, and would urge more people to experience the benefits of becoming a befriender with them. ”

“I contacted BAAS after applying for Personal Independence Payments (PIP) myself and being awarded 0 points. After being turned down at the Mandatory Reconsideration stage I was scared about a tribunal hearing. BAAS helped me to argue my case, submit my evidence in the correct way, and I was awarded the enhanced rate of PIP for both the daily living and mobility components – the very highest level of the award. I couldn’t believe that after twice being found to be ineligible to receive PIP I was now given the highest rate. I couldn’t have done it without BAAS’s help and I thank them from the bottom of my heart.”

“I had always had a support worker to assist me, but these people weren’t very consistent and often changed over time, or depending who was on shift. Through BAAS I was introduced to my befriender, and we got to know each other over 16 months. For the first time since I could remember I was being supported by someone who I knew wasn’t getting paid for being there for me, and I really felt that they valued my friendship just as much as I valued theirs. I was anxious at first about getting to know them, but they took everything one step at a time in a way that I could manage. My confidence has grown much and so has my independence. I’d really recommend befriending to anyone who feels they may need it.”