to be really upset about this introduction and not go back?

[WestieMamma]

I have AS and a 5 month old baby. Because of the AS I am very isolated. My health visitor referred me to the council's family support unit (a bit like Sure Start but part of social services) and a lady comes round from there every couple of weeks to chat and help me with stuff. Because of the isolation my occupational therapist suggested I go to the local mum and baby group. I can't do it on my own so the support worker said she would go with me. We went today.

She said it was a drop in group so we arrived part way through. Everyone was sat on the floor in a circle together. Then she said something along the lines of 'This is Westie, she would like to join the group. I'm M and I work for social services supporting families in need. Westie has AS so doesn't get out much and doesn't know anyone and we think this would be really good for her and her baby'. She said this to the entire room. A room full of complete strangers.

I sat down and waited for the ground to open up and swallow me. Thankfully my baby fell asleep after about 15 minutes and I used this as an excuse to escape.

Oh westie, I feel so sad for you.
I'd be inclined to think that the awful patronising introduction has maybe not helped at all with how other people in the group treat you.

I've was helping someone a bit like you (with surestart) and when we attended groups I usually spoke first tbh as she is very shy. I always said to new people that I am her friend is all.
Its actually helped her to speak to others at the groups we've attended together as she said its easier when she knows they think she already has one friend iyswim. (I obviously pointed out that I actually was her friend - and she was not pretending to have a friend )

I was given very good training in how to deal with situations with clients, and could always call one of the managers if I was unsure whilst out in a visit.

I'm telling you this now so you can see how it can work when all goes well.

I would absolutely complain to the organisation that provided you with the help. And then I would try again with someone new if you think you can.