Resource Centre
Bromley Autistic Trust's Library
The resource library is a comprehensive collection of information on all aspects of autism for parents, professionals, teachers and siblings. It opened in December 1996, with generous support from the Harris Charitable Trust and its purpose is to raise awareness amongst professionals and offer a resource for parents wishing to understand more about their child's disability. The resource centre now houses one of the most up-to-date libraries of information on autism, with over 500 books and videos available to borrow.
Library Services:- Lending library
- Journals, magazines and newsletters for reference
- In-house advice from Training and Resources Manager and Family Support Services Team
- Discounted book ordering service
- In-house advice and recommendations from parent
- Library database and directory cross-referenced against content type
The resource centre moved into a separate room in 2004 making it accessible at any time during normal office working hours. It is an extremely comprehensive library of information on all aspects of autism, which is available for all BAT members to use as required. Do feel free to come and browse. The library is continually up-dated with new publications as well as research articles, newspaper cuttings, directories and handbooks.
There are many new books which have a wealth of information on people's experiences that are easy to read and offer suggestions of ways to help. Knowledge of autism helps everyone concerned and we have books specifically for parents, professionals, teachers and siblings.
When borrowing books we ask for a £5 deposit for each item borrowed, which is refunded on its return. All loaned items need to be returned within 3 months and the deposit is retained for any books or videos that are not returned within 6 months.
The resource centre is an excellent source of information for BAT's members
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Facilities
A well stocked, up-to-date library of books, videos, articles and journals about autism accessible at any time during normal office hours.
On Thursday mornings our volunteer Librarian is available to offer advice or any further help or information.
Book Reviews
Each Newsletter contains book reviews from our Librarian highlighting new or particularly useful books for our readers. Newsletters are sent out to BAT members three times a year.
