May
14
Thu
Glastonbury, CT: East of the River Parent Networking Group @ Center for Children with Special Needs (CCSN)
May 14 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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

Winsted, CT: Parent Support Group @ Northwest CT Community College
May 14 @ 6:30 pm

Sponsored by LACASA.

Hutchinson, KS: Hutchinson Autism Support Group @ Hutchinson Public Library, Conference Room 2
May 14 @ 7:00 pm

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.

May
15
Fri
Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group @ HARC
May 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
West Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group @ Jewish Family Services
May 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

This support group is sponsored by AFCAMP.

May
16
Sat
Middletown, CT: Ryan Woods Autism Foundation @ Riverview Center
May 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.

May
18
Mon
Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group (Spanish) @ Institute for Hispanic Families
May 18 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

PLEASE NOTE: This is for Spanish speaking parents.

May
19
Tue
Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps @ Women and Family Life Center
May 19 @ 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.

Bardstown, KY: Bardstown Autism Support Group @ Pediatric Language Associates
May 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
May
20
Wed
Hartford, CT: Peer Parent Support Group for those with Children on the Autism Spectrum @ Institute of Living,Massachusetts Cottage 1st Floor Group, Room
May 20 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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

Willington, CT: Success SEPTO @ Willington Public Library
May 20 @ 6:30 pm

The mission of Success SEPTO is to work within local communities to encourage school districts, legislators and families to work together. The organization strives to understand, support and enhance education, and provide greater opportunities for children with special needs. The group serves Ashfield, Mansfield, Stafford, Tolland and Willington and other surrounding towns in Northeastern CT. All meetings are open to the public, new members and visitors always welcome.

May
21
Thu
New Britain, CT: Welcome to My World – Autism @ Pulaski Middle School Media Center
May 21 @ 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.

Deep River, CT: AIM – Advocate Inspired Motivation @ Tri Town Family Services Bureau
May 21 @ 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.

West Hartford, CT: Sibling Support Group (Ages 7-10) @ Jewish Family Services
May 21 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

For children ages 7-10 who have a sibling with special needs. Contact [email protected] more specifics and registration.

Guilford, CT: Autism Parent’s Support Group @ Guilford Community Center
May 21 @ 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

Hutchinson, KS: Hutchinson Autism Support Group @ Hutchinson Public Library, Conference Room 2
May 21 @ 7:00 pm

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.

Guilford, CT: Autism Parent’s Support Group @ Guilford Community Center
May 21 @ 9:00 pm – 10:00 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

May
25
Mon
Bloomfield, CT: Parent Support Group @ 1st Congregational Church
May 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Naugatuck, CT: Autism Spectrum Caregiver Support Group @ Naugatuck YMCA
May 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Bloomfield, CT: Bloomfield Support Group @ Laurel Elementary School
May 25 @ 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.

May
26
Tue
New Haven, CT: ASD Parent Support Group @ Yale Toddler Developmental Disabilities Clinic
May 26 @ 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!

Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps @ Women and Family Life Center
May 26 @ 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.

Wilton, CT: Autism Parent’s Club @ John's Best Restaurant
May 26 @ 7:30 pm

Join us for a great evening out and meet other parents with children on the Autism Spectrum (Autism, PDD-NOS, Aspergers, Atypical Autism).  Our network is a great way for Moms & Dads to share stories, learn about area resources and events, discover different interventions and learn to advocate for your child from some very experienced parents.

Gilbert, AZ: East Valley Autism Network @ Mi Amigo's Mexican Grill
May 26 @ 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!

May
27
Wed
Norwich, CT: You Are Not Alone
May 27 @ 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.

Overland Park , KS: Aspergers Spouse Support Group
May 27 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

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.

May
28
Thu
Hutchinson, KS: Hutchinson Autism Support Group @ Hutchinson Public Library, Conference Room 2
May 28 @ 7:00 pm

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.

Jun
1
Mon
Enfield, CT: Enfield Autism Support Group @ Enfield Child Development Center
Jun 1 @ 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm
Goshen, IN: Asperger Autism Group of Goshen @ Eighth Street Mennonite Church
Jun 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

See website for additional meeting times and types.

Jun
2
Tue
Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps @ Women and Family Life Center
Jun 2 @ 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.