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Solihull Action through Advocacy

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Solihull Action through Advocacy are a charitable organisation who provide a voice for vulnerable adults, young people and parents.

13/08/2026

🎨✨ EXCITING NEWS – WE’RE GROWING! ✨🎨

Our groups have been such a great success that we are bringing another group to Smith’s Wood!

🎨 NEW CRAFT GROUP 🎨

Do you have a learning disability and/or autism?

Would you like to:

💬 Have a chat
🤝 Meet new people and make friends
🎨 Try different crafts
😊 Have fun
💙 Build your confidence
🌟 Feel part of a friendly group

Then come and join us!

You do not need to be good at crafts.
Everyone is welcome.

📍 Elmwood Family Hub
Elmwood Place, Burtons Way
Solihull, B36 0UG

📅 Every other Friday
⏰ 10am – 11:30am

🌟 Starting Friday 11th September!

Our first sessions are:

🎨 11th & 25th September
🎨 9th & 23rd October
🎨 6th & 20th November

We are so proud of how successful our groups have become. We receive such positive feedback from the people who attend and we love seeing new friendships being made.

Now we want even more people to have the same opportunity!

Come along, get creative and make new friends.

📞 0121 706 4696
📧 [email protected]

Please share this post and help us spread the word in Smith’s Wood and the surrounding community! 💙

07/08/2026

🏏🎉 WHAT AN INCREDIBLE CRICKET DAY! 🎉🏏

Last week was absolutely amazing! We had a fantastic turnout, lots of laughter and so much fun as everyone had the opportunity to learn new cricket skills and get involved.

For many people, this was their first chance to experience cricket and feel included in a sport they had never been given the opportunity to try before. The wonderful feedback showed just how much the day meant to everyone.

Disability should never be a barrier to experiencing life. Everyone deserves equal opportunities to try new things, develop new skills, have fun and feel that they truly belong.

A massive thank you to Warwickshire Cricket Foundation for hosting such a brilliant day and making everyone feel welcome, supported and included.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the day unforgettable. We cannot wait to do it all again!

31/07/2026

☕Come and join our Coffee & Catch-Up & Craft Groups!

Looking to make new friends have a chat and enjoy some fun activities?

Our friendly groups for people with learning disabilities and/or autism are the perfect place to:
😊 Meet new people
☕ Enjoy a coffee and a chat
🎨 Get creative at our Craft & Chat group
💙 Build confidence and make new friends

We have groups running throughout the week across North and South Solihull, so there's a group for everyone!

🌟 We always receive lovely feedback from people who come along. They tell us they feel happier, more confident, less lonely and have made great new friendships.

Everyone is welcome, whether it's your first visit or you've been before. We'd love to meet you!

📍 Check out the posters to find your nearest group.

📞 For more information, call 0121 706 4696.

💙 Come for a cuppa, stay for the friendships!

23/07/2026

📣 SPEAK UP ABOUT NHS CARE

Do you feel ignored, confused or unsure about how to make a complaint?

You don’t have to do it alone!

Solihull Action through Advocacy (SAtA) provides FREE, independent and confidential NHS Complaints Advocacy.

We can support you if:

📍 You live in Solihull
OR
🏥 Your complaint is about a GP, hospital or NHS service in Solihull.

Our friendly advocates can help you:

✅ Understand the complaints process
✍️ Prepare or review your complaint
💬 Understand the NHS response
🤝 Prepare for and attend meetings
📣 Make sure your voice is heard

🌐 Ready to get support?

Visit our website to use our helpful self-help guide and complete the NHS Complaints Referral Form:

🔗 https://solihulladvocacy.org.uk/nhs-complaints

📧 [email protected]
📞 0121 706 4696

Your experience matters. Your voice matters. We are here to help you be heard. 💙

16/07/2026

☕💙 Come and join our Coffee & Catch Up! 💙☕

Would you like to:
😊 Meet new people?
💬 Have a friendly chat?
🤝 Make new friends?

If you have a learning disability and/or autism, our Coffee & Catch Up group is for you!

📅 Every Wednesday in July
🕜 1:30pm – 3:00pm

📍 Greville Arms
Cornyx Lane
Solihull
B91 2RB

☕ You can buy drinks from the bar.

Everyone is welcome. Come along, have a chat, relax and enjoy meeting new people in a friendly and supportive group.

📞 To find out more, call us on 0121 706 4696.

We hope to see you there! 💙

08/07/2026

🎳 Strikes, Smiles and Growing Confidence!

What a fantastic day our Build Your Own Circle (BYOC) group had at Hollywood Bowl, Resorts World! 🎉

There was plenty of laughter, a little friendly competition and lots of strikes (and a few gutter balls!). Most importantly, everyone had the opportunity to build friendships, try something new and enjoy a fun day out together.

The biggest success wasn't just the bowling it was the confidence that grew throughout the day. Many of the people we support now feel confident enough to return to Resorts World and go bowling independently with friends or family in the future.

Creating opportunities like this is exactly what BYOC is all about helping people build confidence, reduce isolation, develop lasting friendships and become more connected to their community.

It was such a successful trip that we're already planning another visit!

A huge thank you to the fantastic team at Hollywood Bowl Resorts World for making everyone feel so welcome.

03/07/2026

Glue was spilled (only a little!), the tea was flowing, the laughter was contagious and the creativity was off the charts!

What another fantastic Craft & Chat session! We've had an amazing turnout and it's been brilliant to see so many people making new friends, getting creative and proving that there's no such thing as "being bad at arts and crafts"... it's called abstract art!

From colourful creations to plenty of smiles (and maybe a bit too much glitter!), every Wednesday reminds us why this group is so special. It's not just about crafting – it's about building confidence, making connections and having lots of fun along the way.

If you're aged 18+ with a learning disability and/or autism why not come and see what all the fuss is about?

🖌️ Get creative
☕ Enjoy a cuppa and a chat
😊 Meet friendly faces
💙 Everyone is welcome – no artistic skills required (we promise!)

📅 Every Wednesday
🕥 10:30am – 12:00pm
📍 11–13 Land Lane, Marston Green, Bickenhill, Birmingham, B37 7DE

Crafts and refreshments are provided and while the group is free to attend, donations are always appreciated.

Come along make something amazing have a laugh and remember... you can never have too much glitter (unless it's still on your clothes next Wednesday! )

Get in touch to find out more – we'd love to welcome you!

25/06/2026

We're Hiring! Make a Real Difference in Solihull.

Do you believe everyone deserves to have their voice heard?

Solihull Action through Advocacy (SAtA) is looking for a compassionate and motivated Prevention Advocate to join our team and help young people and adults with learning disabilities and/or autism build meaningful lives in their communities. This community-based, part-time role focuses on one-to-one advocacy, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and empowering people to make informed choices.

✨ What you'll get:
💷 £25,138 FTE
⏰ 20 hours per week
📍 Solihull
💙 The opportunity to make a genuine, lasting impact every single day.

We're looking for someone with experience supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism, excellent communication skills, and a passion for person-centred advocacy.

📩 Apply now by sending your CV and application form to:
[email protected]

🌐 Find out more: www.solihulladvocacy.org.uk/vacancies

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post—you could help someone find their next meaningful career.

19/06/2026

🐾 Warning: Serious Levels of Cuteness Ahead! 🐾

As part of Learning Disability Awareness Week our BYOC Project welcomed some very special guests from Guide Dogs UK... and let's just say, productivity completely disappeared the moment the dogs arrived!

The people we support had an amazing time meeting these adorable canine superstars, learning all about how guide dogs help people every day and most importantly... giving out LOTS of cuddles.

There were plenty of brilliant questions asked, including the one that nearly stole the show:

"But what if the guide dog is blind?"

Don't worry – the fantastic Guide Dogs team had all the answers and made learning fun, interesting and full of laughs!

We learned so much, made some furry new friends and can confirm that guide dogs are experts in:
✅ Guiding people
✅ Melting hearts
✅ Stealing all the attention
✅ Receiving endless belly rubs

A huge THANK YOU to Guide Dogs UK for visiting us, answering all our questions (even the tricky ones!) and bringing along the cutest colleagues we've ever met.

We're still not sure who enjoyed the visit more – the people or the dogs!

15/06/2026

☕💜 Parent Support Group – Chelmsley Wood

Are you a parent or carer of a child with a learning disability or autism?

Join our friendly support group at Riverside Family Hub, Chelmsley Wood, where you can meet other parents, share experiences and enjoy a cuppa, cake and conversation in a welcoming environment.

📅 Next meeting: Tuesday 23 June
🕚 Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm
📍 Location: Riverside Family Hub, Chelmsley Wood

Whether you're looking for support, information or simply a chance to connect with others who understand, we'd love to see you there.

📧 For more information, contact: [email protected]

Please share with anyone who may benefit. 💜

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Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
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