Aug
16
Wed
Middletown, CT: Ryan Woods Autism Foundation @ Riverview Center
Aug 16 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

For parents of children of all ages with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.  Sponsored by the Ryan Woods Autism Foundation.  Share your experiences, get support, listen and learn about autism and autism spectrum disorders.

Bethel, CT: Padres Unidos Abriendo Puertas @ Walnut Hill Community Church
Aug 16 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

PLEASE NOTE: This is a support Group for Spanish speaking parents of children on the autism spectrum.

Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group (Spanish) @ Institute for Hispanic Families
Aug 16 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

PLEASE NOTE: This is for Spanish speaking parents.

Bloomfield, CT: Parent Support Group @ 1st Congregational Church
Aug 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group @ HARC
Aug 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Hartford, CT: Peer Parent Support Group for those with Children on the Autism Spectrum @ Institute of Living,Massachusetts Cottage 1st Floor Group, Room
Aug 16 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Facilitated by Goviana Morales, Family Resource Center Peer Volunteer and parent of a child with ASD.

Enfield, CT: Enfield Autism Support Group @ Enfield Child Development Center
Aug 16 @ 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm
Bloomfield, CT: Bloomfield Support Group @ Laurel Elementary School
Aug 16 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

The Bloomfield Support Group is a support group for parents of children of all ages and disabilities. The group is co-sponsored by JP Vincent Family Resource Center in Bloomfield and the African & Caribbean American Parents of Children with Disabilities (AFCAMP) and Family Advocacy Organization for Children’s Mental Health (FAVOR). Meetings are held during the school year. All are welcome. Dinner and childcare are provided. For more information contact AFCAMP at 860-297-4358 or JP Vincent Family Resource Center at 860-769-5518 or 860-286-2640 x 112.

Clinton, CT: Grandparent Raising Grandchildren Support Group @ Henry Carter Hull Library
Aug 16 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

The goal of this group is to foster connection and support, promote self-care and provide resources to reduce stressors for grandparents raising grandchildren with behavioral and emotional needs. Sponsored by the Valley Shore Collaborative. Child care available upon request.

PLEASE NOTE: This group also meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month.

Deep River, CT: AIM – Advocate Inspired Motivation @ Tri Town Family Services Bureau
Aug 16 @ 6:30 pm

AIM is a special needs informational support group which helps families navigate the road ahead. They welcome all special needs families and specialize in ASD. AIM’s mission is to support parents in creating positive outcomes for families by getting involved. They connect with other support groups statewide so that they can utilize a more cohesive support network. They facilitate a resources library.

Glastonbury, CT: East of the River Parent Networking Group @ Center for Children with Special Needs (CCSN)
Aug 16 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

For parents or caregivers of young children, tweens and teens with ASD.

Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps @ Women and Family Life Center
Aug 16 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

The weekly Parent Chat Groups are presented by KIDSTEPS Family and Children’s Center and the CT Family Support Network – South Central Region. A friendly place to meet other parents who have children with special needs. Call or e-mail for more information.

Hartford, CT: Not So Typical Support Group @ Hartford Public Library, Bank of America Room
Aug 16 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

This group focuses on the well being of parents and caregivers of children with autism. The group is based on the principle that being the parent of a child on the autism spectrum requires new perspectives and that in order to provide the best for your child, you must provide the best for yourself. The group is interactive and focuses on teaching parents the tolls and experiences that refresh, honor and uplift them in a positive and nurturing environment. Offered by Hope 4 Autism in partnership with Wild Heart Coaching, LLC.

Registration is preferred, go to the website at www.hope4autism.org.

 

Bardstown, KY: Bardstown Autism Support Group @ Pediatric Language Associates
Aug 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bethel, CT: Danbury Area Autism Spectrum Parent Support Group @ Walnut Hill Community Church
Aug 16 @ 7:00 pm

Support group for parents and caregivers of youth with autism spectrum disorders.

Easton, CT: Parents of Young Adults/Older Teens with an ASD
Aug 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The mission of this support group is to provide information and support to parents who have raised a child on the autism spectrum and are anticipating or working toward assisting him or her with the transitions to high school, college, adulthood and the appropriate level of maximum personal independence. Parents of younger children on the spectrum are welcome to attend. We are striving to create a community of caring parents that will locate or create the support these young adults need as they navigate adulthood. Plans for developing programs suitable for meeting the social and emotional needs of this age group will be discussed. PLEASE RSVP.

Fairfield, CT: Parent Support Group @ Fairfield Woods Middle School
Aug 16 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Parent support group sponsored by The Pilot House and facilitated by Laurel Carey, Psychologist. Please contact [email protected] for information and registration.

Groton, CT: Groton Area Autism Support Group @ Groton Public Library
Aug 16 @ 7:00 pm

This is an informal support group.

Guilford, CT: Autism Parent’s Support Group @ Guilford Community Center
Aug 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

For parents or caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders – Join us for Free and Confidential support, resources, advice, encouragement and networking.

Additional Contact Person: Sheri Pulen – [email protected] – 860-575-8866

Roswell, GA: SNAPS – Special Needs and Parent Support @ St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church
Aug 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

SNAPS (Special Needs and Parent Support) was created to help families with children who have disabilities. We are here to help each other with support, empowerment, education, acceptance and advocacy. Whether dealing with IEP’s, insurance, or therapies help is here. No religious affiliation with church, all denominations welcome. We have food, drinks, relax and have fun – you are not alone!

*NOTE: Please put ‘SNAPS’ in your subject line when emailing.

Gilbert, AZ: East Valley Autism Network @ Mi Amigo's Mexican Grill
Aug 16 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Please note that we request families do not bring children to the meetings so that members may focus on the guest speaker and meeting other caregivers. Thank you!

Aug
17
Thu
Newington, CT: Play for All! @ Lucy Robbins Wells Library
Aug 17 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

A playgroup for chidlren of all abilities. Special needs playgroup gives parents an opportunity to talk, support and encourage each other, while allowing the children time to play and socialize. Sponsored by UNICO.

Please note: This group also meets on the 4th Saturday of every month.

Norwich, CT: You Are Not Alone
Aug 17 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Pizza served at 5:30 pm. We have a group for the kiddos (siblings included) and group for adults that meet at the same time. Kiddos will do relationship building interventions together and work on their social skills while the adults work together to brainstorm what works and what doesn’t work with home life, schools, and community settings. We bring in guest speakers when there is a common interest and further information is desired.

Killingly, CT: Autism Support Group @ Nia Connecticut
Aug 17 @ 6:00 pm

Our goal is to reach out to families and heal while supporting each other. We need to connect families with autism together and to promote more autism awareness. Children are welcome to attend.

Naugatuck, CT: Autism Spectrum Caregiver Support Group @ Naugatuck YMCA
Aug 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Please call to register and for information on dates of meetings.

New Britain, CT: Welcome to My World – Autism @ Pulaski Middle School Media Center
Aug 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Welcome to My World – Autism is a support group for families of children with autism. The group provides information on social/emotional issues and recreation needs for families. They meet monthly during the school year.

New Haven, CT: ASD Parent Support Group @ Yale Toddler Developmental Disabilities Clinic
Aug 17 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

For parents of young children (under 4) with ASD. Please call ahead to confirm monthly meeting. All are welcome!

New London, CT: Southeast Region – CT Family Support Network @ Lawrence and Memorial Hospital
Aug 17 @ 6:00 pm
Waterbury, CT: Children’s Therapy Services Parent Networking Support Group @ Children's Therapy Services
Aug 17 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

For parents of children with any disability or special health need. Childcare available with advanced request. For more information contact Cindy Jackson at 203-271-3288 or [email protected] or Tracey Blackman at [email protected]

West Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group @ Jewish Family Services
Aug 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

This support group is sponsored by AFCAMP.