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

24/07/2025

“Wish we never asked for help.”

This heartbreaking ITV News story sheds light on a young man’s devastating experience of being sectioned after seeking support and the urgent need for change in how our systems respond to people with learning disabilities and autism.

https://www.itv.com/news/2025-07-14/familys-hurt-as-thousands-with-learning-disabilities-locked-up?fbclid=IwY2xjawLuuSlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBxc3NXUGZhWVFTcnAwekVoAR7sifDjnHEmOvB1whZE9-wDEHUwQK4AvMRiHvtxG2-m_qT5s9Llos7zXlaeXA_aem_K4E87jLoMZRMM6U5b-7G_g

At Solihull Action through Advocacy, we stand alongside people like him every day.

What do we do?
Our Prevention Advocacy work is about stepping in before people reach crisis point.

Through our Hospital Prevention Project in Solihull, we work with individuals at risk of hospital admission to:
-Help them understand their rights
-Make sure their voices are heard in care planning
-Prevent unnecessary sectioning by supporting in the community
-Challenge decisions and improve communication between services

Our goal?
To prevent situations like the one in this article where help turns into harm by offering early, proactive advocacy that puts the person at the centre.

Nobody should feel punished for asking for help.

Advocacy saves lives. Advocacy prevents crisis.

If you’d like to know more or get involved, contact us at:
📞 0121 706 4696
🌐 www.solihulladvocacy.org.uk

18/07/2025

Coffee & Catch-Up – Community, Conversation, and Connection

Are you or someone you know living with a learning disability or autism in Solihull? Come along to our friendly, relaxed Coffee & Catch-Up sessions!

Weekly drop-ins across Solihull:
-Tuesdays | 1:30–3:00 | The Core Library, Touchwood
-2nd & 4th Mondays | 1:30–2:30 | St Phillips Church, Dorridge
-Thursdays | 12:00–2:00 | Seeds of Hope Church, Kingshurst

Join us for a warm drink, friendly faces and a safe space to chat, connect and get support.

No need to book - just pop in!

If you want to find out more about SAtA or support us, contact 0121 706 4696 or email office@solihulladvocacy.org.uk

You can also donate https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick...

11/07/2025

NEW PROJECT LAUNCH!

We're excited to introduce Build Your Own Circle a welcoming space for people with Learning Disabilities & Autism to come together for coffee, chat and support.

Join us every week on Mondays at:
📍 The Tea Chest, 242 Lyndon Road, Olton, Solihull B92 7QW
🕜 Mondays | 1:30pm – 3:30pm

This is your chance to:
Meet new people
Build your confidence
Get support in a relaxed, friendly environment

Whether you're looking to build connections or just enjoy a warm drink and good company you're welcome here.

For more info, give us a call on 0121 706 4696 or pop in!

03/07/2025

We’ve Been Shortlisted!

We’re thrilled to announce that Solihull Action through Advocacy (SAtA) has been shortlisted for the Solihull Non-Profit Champion 2025 category at the Solihull Awards, proudly hosted by the Solihull Chamber of Commerce!

This recognition celebrates the dedication of our team, advocates, volunteers, trustees and partners who work every day to amplify voices, protect rights and empower vulnerable individuals across Solihull.

Thank you to the Solihull Chamber for recognising our mission and congratulations to all the inspiring organisations shortlisted alongside us!

Together we continue to champion inclusion, equality and empowering voices across Solihull.

If you want to find out more about SAtA or support us, contact 0121 706 4696 or email office@solihulladvocacy.org.uk

You can also donate https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick...

26/06/2025

A Fresh Coat of Care!

A huge THANK YOU to the amazing team of volunteers from National Grid, who travelled from across the country to spend a day with us here at Solihull Action through Advocacy!

They gave the outside of our building a beautiful refresh and completely transformed our advocates’ room into a much cosier, brighter space and we can honestly say, our team LOVES it.

The energy, care and hard work you brought with you made a real difference. Creating a welcoming, comfortable space helps our advocates feel supported in the important work they do every day.

A special thank you as well to for arranging this wonderful day of impact.

If you want to find out more about Solihull Action through Advocacy or support us, contact 0121 706 4696 or email office@solihulladvocacy.org.uk

You can also donate https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick...

20/06/2025

Learning Disability Week 2025
Celebrating Inclusion, Action & Impact

It’s been a busy and inspiring week here at SAtA and we’re so grateful to everyone who got involved!

We had some brilliant conversations with members of Adult Social Care at Solihull Council, who joined us to talk about the importance of supporting and empowering people with learning disabilities.

We also had stalls at several community events throughout the week including at the Maple Leaf Centre and The Core - where many of you stopped by to learn more about our work. Thank you to everyone who came over, asked questions and showed support!

And a huge thank you to Laura from Mencap, who has been running a series of campaigning workshops with our Learning Disability Council over the past couple of months. These sessions have helped us confidently shape a new health campaign focused on making GP surgeries and hospitals more accessible for people with learning disabilities and autism. This will have a meaningful impact on the people we advocate for and we’re excited to keep moving it forward.

Together, we’re raising voices, breaking barriers and building an inclusive Solihull.

If you want to find out more about us or support us, contact 0121 706 4696 or email office@solihulladvocacy.org.uk

You can also donate https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick...

17/06/2025

Learning Disability Week raises awareness and celebrates the contributions of people with learning disabilities. 🎉

On Wednesday 18 June (11am - 4pm) we have a stall at The Core in Solihull town centre with information about support for people with learning disabilities and difficulties. ℹ️

We're also celebrating the achievements of people who are part of our Learning Disability Partnership Board and the Learning Disability Council run by Solihull Action through Advocacy (SATA). 🙌

13/06/2025

Carers Week 2025

This week, we’re not just recognising carers, we’re calling for equal recognition, equal access and equal rights for every unpaid carer in our community.

At Solihull Action through Advocacy, we believe caring should never come at the cost of your own voice. Whether you're supporting a loved one with disabilities, mental health needs or age-related care - you deserve the same opportunities, respect and support as anyone else.

We’re here to help carers:
✔️ Be involved in decisions.
✔️ Understand their rights.
✔️ Access the support they’re entitled to.

Caring is an act of love. Supporting carers is an act of equality.

If you want to find out more about us or support us, contact 0121 706 4696 or email office@solihulladvocacy.org.uk

You can also donate https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick...

06/06/2025

Volunteer Week 2025

Support. Empower. Make a Difference.

At Solihull Action through Advocacy, we believe everyone deserves to be heard especially the most vulnerable in our community.

This Volunteer Week, we’re calling on compassionate individuals to join us in supporting adults who face challenges with health, care and independence.

As a volunteer, you can help vulnerable adults:
- Speak up in important decisions
- Feel empowered and respected
- Understand their rights

“It’s not about speaking for someone -it’s about standing with them.”

No previous advocacy experience is needed just your time, empathy and willingness to make a positive impact.

Want to be part of something meaningful?
Contact us on 0121 706 4696 or email office@solihulladvocacy.org.uk

You can also donate https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick...

30/05/2025

Service User Testimonial

At Solihull Action through Advocacy, we believe in walking with the people we support - not ahead of them and never instead of them.

Here’s what one of our amazing advocacy partners shared about their experience with us:

“Im a bit blown away to be honest it shows that you really are pushing for me and is clearly that you are working for me really hard your a great asset to the advocacy service and i am glad to have you on my side.” and “Thank you so much for working so hard for me and doing your best.”

Their words remind us why advocacy matters because feeling heard, respected and supported can change everything.

Thank you for trusting us to be part of your journey!

If you want to find out more about us or support us, contact 0121 706 4696.

You can also donate https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=2GMFUW3Y4CJ58&ssrt=1742469586701&fbclid=IwY2xjawKmf_VleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETA1Tk5ucWp6SElWSUptOTd2AR4LVTKiqgKcMpEW4YSg5-Wz0mtR2BBKOjUf69djkxXYdieEkSLzvlW2b4XjcA_aem_xoa8BBYILQI5D496u67nHw

23/05/2025

Did You Know?

In Solihull, 47% of adults with a learning disability known to social care do not live in settled accommodation and only 5.6% are in paid employment.

These figures highlight the ongoing challenges individuals face in accessing stable housing and meaningful work - both essential for independence and wellbeing.

At Solihull Action through Advocacy, we help individuals with learning disabilities and autism navigate services, understand their rights and build more independent lives with the support they deserve.

If you want to find out more about us or support us, contact 0121 706 4696.

You can also donate https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=2GMFUW3Y4CJ58&ssrt=1742469586701&fbclid=IwY2xjawKBwEtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBZQlVIc1ZYOERMRWhxUERwAR5mja678HS4oCe_lbaGw-fZuT2DpFqW-2uKk4wAsUGvOvOMIDGrDVWKJW4LYA_aem_f-dOtOHJxjKho5_FJBjZeg

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