Pasda

Complex Needs Group
2017-04-24 10:30 - 12:00 UTC, 2017-03-27 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/Paris) | Norton Park, 57 Albion Rd, EH7 5QY, United Kingdom
This group is for parents and carers of adults who have autism and moderate, severe or profound learning disabilities living in Edinburgh and the Lothians and is held at Norton Park, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh EH7 5QY.

Internet Safety Workshop
2017-04-24 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | 24 Hill Street, 24 Hill Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3JZ, United Kingdom
We are holding an internet safety workshop between 10.00am and 2.00pm on 24th April 2017 at Autism Initiatives, 24 Hill Street, Edinburgh for people requiring basic computer skills to get online, how to set up an email account, use of search engines, demystifying some of the jargon that goes along with computers and the internet. Carers can bring along their own laptops ortablets, although we will provide laptops for those Carers who do not possess their own.
After this initial one off basic skills workshop, we will arrange subsequent workshops with the emphasis on how the Internet can help Carers have more time for themselves by doing things like online shopping,banking and payingbills. As well as keeping themselvesand theirfamily safe online, we will include the use of Social Media sites, Forums and the like.
Lunch will be provided so let us know if you have any special dietary requirements.
Please let us know if you would like to attend by telephone: 0131 475 2416 or email info@pasda.org.uk.

Internet Safety Workshop
2017-04-24 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | 24 Hill Street, 24 Hill Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3JZ, United Kingdom
We are holding an internet safety workshop between 10.00am and 2.00pm on 24th April 2017 at Autism Initiatives, 24 Hill Street, Edinburgh for people requiring basic computer skills to get online, how to set up an email account, use of search engines, demystifying some of the jargon that goes along with computers and the internet. Carers can bring along their own laptops or tablets, although we will provide laptops for those Carers who do not possess their own.
After this initial one off basic skills workshop, we will arrange subsequent workshops with the emphasis on how the Internet can help Carers have more time for themselves by doing things like online shopping, banking and paying bills. As well as keeping themselves and their family safe online, we will include the use of Social Media sites, Forums and the like.
Lunch will be provided so let us know if you have any special dietary requirements.
Please let us know if you would like to attend by telephone: 0131 475 2416 or email info@pasda.org.uk.

Walking Group
2017-04-21 10:00 - 15:00 UTC
The April walking group will meet at 10.00 a.m. outside W H Smith at Waverley Station. We will travel by train to Dalmeny station, a short journey of about 15 minutes, where we will be met by Gordon Wood and other carers with cars to transport walkers to the start of the walk at The Hawes Inn at South Queensferry (Newhalls Rd, South Queensferry EH30 9TA) Google map:The Hawes Inn.Please let Cath Purdie know if you prefer to join the group at the Hawes Inn.
The circular route will be a gentle walk of slightly less than 5 miles taking in the panoramic views of the Forth estuary and bridges, around the Dalmeny estate and back to the Hawes Inn, including a ÔÇ£surpriseÔÇØ along the route. There will be an opportunity to rest by the side of the estuary to enjoy the view, so don’t forget to bring a camera and binoculars if you have them!
On the return to the Hawes Inn a light lunch will be provided either at the Inn or at Craigie’s Farm (yet to be decided), before returning to Edinburgh via Dalmeny station.
On a fine spring day this will be one of the loveliest walks available to us. You will be made most welcome so please come along if you can.
Please contact Cath by email: cath.purdie@pasda.org.uk or mobile: 07599 930034 if you want to join the group and also, if after indicating you are coming, cannot due to unforeseen change of plan.

Walking Group
2017-04-21 10:00 - 15:00 UTC
The April walking group will meet at 10.00 a.m. outside W H Smith at Waverley Station. We will travel by train to Dalmeny station, a short journey of about 15 minutes, where we will be met by Gordon Wood and other carers with cars to transport walkers to the start of the walk at The Hawes Inn at South Queensferry (Newhalls Rd, South Queensferry EH30 9TA) Google map: The Hawes Inn. Please let Cath Purdie know if you prefer to join the group at the Hawes Inn.
The circular route will be a gentle walk of slightly less than 5 miles taking in the panoramic views of the Forth estuary and bridges, around the Dalmeny estate and back to the Hawes Inn, including a “surprise” along the route. There will be an opportunity to rest by the side of the estuary to enjoy the view, so don’t forget to bring a camera and binoculars if you have them!
On the return to the Hawes Inn a light lunch will be provided either at the Inn or at Craigie’s Farm (yet to be decided), before returning to Edinburgh via Dalmeny station.
On a fine spring day this will be one of the loveliest walks available to us. You will be made most welcome so please come along if you can.
Please contact Cath by email: cath.purdie@pasda.org.uk or mobile: 07599 930034 if you want to join the group and also, if after indicating you are coming, cannot due to unforeseen change of plan.

West Lothian Carers Group
2017-04-19 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | Almond House, Quarrywood Court, Livingston, EH54 6AX, United Kingdom
This group is open to all family carers of adults with autism living in West Lothian and is held at Autism Initiatives’ Resource Base, Almond House, Quarrywood Court, Livingston EH54 6AX.
We will be joined by Caroline Pacitti, a carer support worker for adults, from the Carers of West Lothian organisation .

Pasda Singing Group
2017-04-19 14:00 - 15:00, 2017-03-15 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Morningside United Church, Holy Corner, Edinburgh, EH10 4DJ, United Kingdom
come along for a sing-a-long! Fun friendly and you’re always welcome!

World Autism Awareness 2017
2017-04-02 19:30 - 22:30 UTC | The Granary, 32-34 The Shore, Edinburgh, EH6 6QN
Our first public event forfamilies will be a variety of live acoustic music, story-telling, comedy and Jojo Sutherland as comp├¿re – what could be more fun? It will held at the Granary, 32-34 Shore, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6QN venue which has room for dancing and the bar will be open for food and drinks to purchase on the night. As it is a licenced bar only people over 16 years will be admitted. Entrance is free but we will be collecting donations for Pasda.
To register, please contact info@pasda.org.uk phone 0131 475 2416 or register on Eventbrite to book your place.
Also Autism Initiatives is having a half day training session on Friday 31st March as part of World Autism Awareness Week. Rachel McRitchie is holding an afternoon session from 2 ÔÇô 4.30pm at Number 6 for anyone looking to gain a basic understanding of autism.
Contact Number 6 to book a place by emailing joanna.dickinson@aiscotland.org.uk.
You can find other events happening across Edinburgh during the period 28th March – 6th April on the Council’s web page.

World Autism Awareness 2017
2017-04-02 19:30 - 22:30 UTC | The Granary, 32-34 The Shore, Edinburgh, EH6 6QN
Our first public event for families will be a variety of live acoustic music, story-telling, comedy and Jojo Sutherland as compère – what could be more fun? It will held at the Granary, 32-34 Shore, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6QN venue which has room for dancing and the bar will be open for food and drinks to purchase on the night. As it is a licenced bar only people over 16 years will be admitted. Entrance is free but we will be collecting donations for Pasda.
To register, please contact info@pasda.org.uk phone 0131 475 2416 or register on Eventbrite to book your place.
Also Autism Initiatives is having a half day training session on Friday 31st March as part of World Autism Awareness Week. Rachel McRitchie is holding an afternoon session from 2 – 4.30pm at Number 6 for anyone looking to gain a basic understanding of autism.
Contact Number 6 to book a place by emailing joanna.dickinson@aiscotland.org.uk.
You can find other events happening across Edinburgh during the period 28th March – 6th April on the Council’s web page.

Weekend Coffee Morning
2017-03-25 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Lloyd’s No.1 Playfair, Omni Centre, Greenside Row, Edinburgh, EH1 3AA, United Kingdom
Come along to the weekend coffee morning for a natter. You’re always welcome.
If you would like more info on the coffee morning contact Cath Purdie on:
07599 930034 or cath.purdie@pasda.org.uk

Walking Group
2017-03-18 09:30 - 15:00 UTC | Waverley Station, Edinburgh, EH1 1BB
The March walking group will meet at 9.30 am outside WH Smith at Waverley Station. We will travel by train to Galashiels. The journey takes about fifty minutes.
Our walk will take in the woodland area of Gala Policies.
https://www.list.co.uk/place/27316-gala-policies-community-woodland/
We shall then find a cafe in the town centre to have some lunch.
We will depart for home at about 2.00 pm and should be back in Edinburgh at about 3 – 3.30 pm.
Note timings may change.
Contact details as usual, cath.purdie@pasda.org.uk, mobile phone contact on the day for any emergencies/change of plans 07599 930034

West Lothian Carers Group
2017-03-15 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | Almond House, Quarrywood Court, Livingston, EH54 6AX, United Kingdom
This group is open to all family carers of adults with autism living in West Lothian and is held at Autism Initiatives’ Resource Base, Almond House, Quarrywood Court, Livingston EH54 6AX.

Pasda Go Curling
2017-03-04 11:30 - 13:30 UTC
Two of our Pasda members Gordon and Maureen would like to show some of us how to Curl on ice! Pasda have been able to book a sheet of ice at the Murrayfield Ice Rink on Saturday 4th March at 11.30.
Sessions are for two hours and maybe we will be enjoying ourselves so much we won’t wish to come off the ice earlier! We can leave whenever we are ready and move upstairs for soup and scone and a friendly debriefing!
Gordon suggests we should arrive for say 11.00 so that we can take you upstairs to watch a game in progress so as to give you some inkling as to the rules of the game etc.
It will be a first come first served basis – if we enjoy it we can run it again for others. I will confirm in email reply if you have a space.
Contact the organiser Louise Middleton if you would like a place. email: louise.middleton@pasda.org.uk. mobile 07544011041

Pasda Go Curling
2017-03-04 11:30 - 13:30 UTC
Two of our Pasda members Gordon and Maureen would like to show some of us how to Curl on ice! Pasda have been able to book a sheet of ice at the Murrayfield Ice Rink on Saturday 4th March at 11.30.
Sessions are for two hours and maybe we will be enjoying ourselves so much we won’t wish to come off the ice earlier! We can leave whenever we are ready and move upstairs for soup and scone and a friendly debriefing!
Gordon suggests we should arrive for say 11.00 so that we can take you upstairs to watch a game in progress so as to give you some inkling as to the rules of the game etc.
It will be a first come first served basis ÔÇô if we enjoy it we can run it again for others. I will confirm in email reply if you have a space.
Contact the organiser Louise Middleton if you would like a place. email: louise.middleton@pasda.org.uk. mobile 07544011041

Cancellation: Internet Safety Workshops
2017-03-02 10:30 - 13:30 (Europe/Paris) | 24 Hill Street, 24 Hill Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3JZ, United Kingdom
Internet Safety Workshops
Due to a very late cancellation by the workshop provider, we are now planning to re-instate an internet workshop with a different provider at a later date. We will consult carers about what they would like to include in the programme.

Pasda Community Garden - Craigie Farm
2017-03-02 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Craigie’s Farm, South Queensferry, EH30 9AR
Pasda’s Community Garden was opened to our carers in January 2016. All Pasda carers are welcome to join the Gardening Group which meets every Thursday at Craigie’s Farm. During the summer we meet on Thursdays at 10am at the Education hut, break for lunch @12.30, and stop around 3.30-4pm. Come and say hello!
Please let Louise, our Community Garden Support Worker know if you would like to come along, and also if you need assistance with transport. Pick-ups can be arranged from public transport links on Thursday mornings, and car-sharing will be arranged where possible. Further details about transport options are available HERE.

West Lothian Coffee Morning
2017-03-01 10:30 - 12:30 UTC | Klondyke Garden Centre, Campus Roundabout , Livingston, EH54 7AW
This is our first coffee morning for our West Lothian carers and friends of over-16s with autism. It provides the opportunity to raise current issues and to share ideas and encouragement with others. We are meeting at the Klondyke Garden Centre, Livingston between 10.30am – 12.30pm https://www.klondyke.co.uk/static/klondyke-garden-centre-livingston.html
We have chosen this venue as it is quiet and there is space for parking. Come along and have a cuppa courtesy of Pasda. Please email Louise Middleton Louise.Middleton@pasda.org.uk if you are planning to go.
