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.
Exploring Our Way is held on the first Sunday of each month (except July and August) from 10 am – noon for families raising a child with Autism. This program provides opportunities to enjoy family time at the museum in a safe, understanding environment, allows parents to network with one another, and will help families discover new resources. Museum Advanced Planning Picture Stories (MAPPS) are available. Admission is free.
Please call to register and for information on dates of meetings.
See website for additional meeting times and types.
This is a support group for parents of special need children. Please call or email for time of event.
Angels Bridging Gaps is an Autism (ASD) Support Organization is based in Palm Bay, Florida. We are dedicated to educating parents about local resources, building community partnerships, in addition to creating social/recreation opportunities for our special needs community.
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.
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.
Plainfield support group for anyone raising a child/chidren with special needs. You don’t have to live in Plainfield, all are welcome. Meetings are a mix of speakers and networking.
This is an informal support group.
We are a group of parents of autistic children ages 1 – 18 years old. Childcare is provided.
You can also call Linda Knoderer 317-816-1381 or Diane Quillico 317-882-1914 for information.
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.
Support group for parents and caregivers of youth with autism spectrum disorders.
KC, MO Support Group for information and support of the unique joys and challenges of being neurotypical spouses/partners of those with Aspergers/HFA. Meeting every other Wednesday from 6:00-7:30.
*Please call for exact dates.
We are a wonderful group of parents all having children with a variety of special needs, with a heavy population of Autism.
Parent-run support group for parents, caregivers, friends and family of individuals with autism.
Room number will be posted at every entrance to the building.
Please Note: The first Thursday of every month is open to friends and family of Aspies.
For parents or caregivers of young children, tweens and teens with ASD.
Sponsored by LACASA.
Hutchinson Autism Support Group meets every 1st Thursday of the month @ 9:30am, and weekly on Thursday nights @ 7pm at the Hutchinson Public Library in Conference room 2. Free of Charge. Child Care not provided.
Created in 2002 to provide support and information to parents and educators of children affected by Asperger’s Syndrome and High Functioning Autism. We meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 7-9pm inside of the Achievement Vocational and Life Skills Academy in Henderson, NV.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a support Group for Spanish speaking parents of children on the autism spectrum.
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.
PLEASE NOTE: RSVP Required. There are other events:
– Third Monday of each month, 6:30-8:30PM (Mixed AS/NT Discussion).
– Fourth Friday of each month, 6:30-8:30PM (Discussion Group).
The West Haven Local System of Care Parent Support Group invites parents, grandparents, caregivers and friends of children with special needs to join them at parent support groups meetings held on the second monday of every month. Child care is provided with advance notice and registration. For more information and to register contact www.whinc.org.
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.
Parent support group for parents, caregvers, grandparents and family members of children with autism.
A support group for family and friends of individuals with autism.