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Learning to Listen: Conversations for Change Spring 2025 Ep.1

Virtual

Episode 1 – Fostering Relational Health: How Simple and Ordinary Connections Matter in Challenging Times
Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 3 PM ET / 12 PM PT
When we feel uncertain and stressed as caregivers or educators, how do we show up for the children and families in our care? Amid the noise telling us what we do is “never enough,” Junlei Li, co-author of the Burke Foundation report Early Relational Health: A Review of Research, Principles, and Perspectives, reflects on the power of simple and everyday moments in challenging contexts.
In conversation with Brazelton Touchpoints Center Executive Director Josh Sparrow, they explore the relational foundations and practices that nurture hope, resilience, and community. For caregivers, educators, and helping professionals, this session offers a practical reminder of our capacity to connect with, care for, and support one another.

Free
Recurring

Multi-Session Social/Support Group for Teens (14-16)

Virtual

AANE is offering an 8-week virtual group for Autistic and similarly neurodivergent teens aged 14-16. This group provides a secure and inclusive environment where teens can foster connections and engage with one another in a facilitated setting

Dates
January 8
January 15
January 22
January 29
February 5
February 12
February 19
February 26

$180
Recurring

Horario De Oficina Virtual

Virtual

Reunase personalmente con un especialista en apoyo familiar de Care Parent Network y obtenga respuestas a sus preguntas

15 minutos

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvf-6pqzouG9NShzJ5s0jHH6rTTllk77QE

Recurring

Virtual Office Hours in English

Virtual

English Speaking

Meet 1:1 with a Care Parent Network Family Support Specialist and get your question answered

Register here for a 15 minute time slot

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrcuupqj8sGdaA6YXsQxrypGI733p_Esxy

Recurring

Multi-Session Creative Writers’ Group for Adults

Virtual

Want to flex your creative muscles and share and discuss writing? The Online Creative Writers’ Group is an online 7 session workshop where participants will have an opportunity to share writing and offer feedback. We welcome writers of all creative genres—from short stories to poetry, screenplays, fan fiction, and more. This workshop is not an instructional class but rather a chance to connect and network with other writers. Whether you are working on a new piece or want to revisit an old one, here is your test audience. One session will feature talks by two published authors, including graphic novelists, playwrights, children’s book writers and more, all of whom have a connection to Autism. Hope you can join us!

Dates
January 15
January 22
January 29
February 5
February 12
February 19
February 26

$100
Recurring

Multi-Session Support Group for Parents of Gender Diverse Adults & Teens (14+)

Virtual

This multi-session support group is designed for parents/family members of Autistic adults and teens with who are transgender or who are exploring or questioning their gender identity.

Gender identity is distinct from sexual orientation or preference. Gender identity is one’s innermost concept of self as male, female, a blend of both or neither–how individuals perceive themselves and what they call themselves. Autistic individuals may be more likely to identify with a gender/s that is different than the sex assigned at birth. The intersection of these two identities is common, but not often talked about in the same space. When an adult child questions their gender identity parents are often initially overwhelmed by questions and concerns, and more questions may surface as their child continues on their journey. This is not a therapeutic support group.

The group offers a combination of facilitated peer support and information for parents who are starting or continuing on this journey with their child. “Closed” support groups for parents have the same members (12) for a set number of sessions (8). These groups are ideal for parents who want to go beyond sharing their stories with newcomers each time at open support group meetings. Other adult family members, such as siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, or even close family friends can also join these groups. These closed support groups also let parents give voice to their concerns and frustrations and celebrate their victories. “Closed” support groups offer facilitated peer support for parents who are facing these and other challenges.

Dates
January 15
January 29
February 12
February 26
March 12
March 26
April 9
April 23

$180

Support Group for Fathers of Autistic Individuals

Virtual

Fathers’ Group is a place where fathers can share their experiences, support one another, and build their toolbox to parent more confidently. We will be having a good conversation over Zoom.

Parenting can be demanding, frustrating, and at times stressful long after the child is grown. Autistic children can often have unique challenges. Parent Support Groups provide feedback, support, and perspective from peers on a variety of common issues. Groups are meant strictly for parents and do not include the Autistic child.

$10
Recurring

Multi-Session Support Group for Adults

Virtual

This 8-meeting support group is for Autistic adults (18+) who are post k-12. Through this group, members can build an ongoing connection with a small community. AANE support groups give members an opportunity to celebrate successes and support each other through difficulties. Common topics of discussion are:

Masking/camouflaging
Sensory sensitivities/overloads
Relationships
Self-care
Disclosure
Work/jobs
Intersectionality
Dates
January 8
January 15
January 22
January 29
February 5
February 12
February 19
February 26

$100
Recurring

Multi-Session Beginner Dungeons & Dragons Group for Adults

Virtual

Come learn the basics of tabletop roleplaying from an experienced Dungeon Master. During this 8 week campaign of Dungeons and Dragons using the D&D 2024 Handbook (to be released Sept 2024) you will be guided through an adventure that will introduce you to the gameplay and storytelling of the world’s most popular roleplaying game! This is a great way to get involved in a new hobby that will give you the skills and confidence to join games with more experienced players and open the doors to a huge community.

No previous tabletop gaming experience required. Players will need to be able to use zoom, Roll 20 and D&D Beyond (websites), and install a browser extension (Beyond 20) with verbal and written directions. If you are unsure if this group is a good fit for you, or you are in need of specific accommodations, please email groups@aane.org.

Please note that these dates are subject to fluctuation. You will have one set up 1:1 meeting with the facilitator and 7-8 group meetings of game play.

Dates
January 22
January 29
February 5
February 12
February 19
February 26
March 5
March 12
March 19

$180
Recurring

Multi-Session Support Group for Women (35-50)

Virtual

This multi-session support group is designed for Autistic women (35-50). Through this support group, women (35-50) can build an ongoing connection with a small community of other women. AANE “closed” support groups for women also give women an opportunity to voice their concerns and frustrations. It also lets them acknowledge hard-won and unexpected victories. Common topics of discussion are:

Masking/camouflaging
Sensory sensitivities/overloads
Relationships
Self-care
Empathy
Dates
January 22
January 29
February 5
February 12
February 19
February 26
March 5
March 12
Masking/camouflaging
Sensory sensitivities/overloads
Relationships
Self-care
Empathy

$100
Recurring

Multi-Session Support Group for Adults

Virtual

A closed support group has the same group members (up to 12) for a set number of sessions (8). Closed support groups are ideal for adults who are looking for deeper connections and more extensive peer support from group members. For the best support group experience, closed group members should plan on attending all 8 meetings in the series. This group offers a safe environment where Autistic men can talk with like-minded people, share issues and concerns, and celebrate successes. Common topics include: disclosure, self-advocacy, and relationships.

Dates
January 9
January 16
January 23
January 30
February 6
February 13
February 20
February 27

$100
Recurring

Touchpoints Training: The How of Child and Family Engagement (JAN2025)

Virtual

Touchpoints: The How of Child and Family Engagement is an intensive training program that introduces the Touchpoints Approach, which is an evidence-based approach to building strong family-child relationships from before birth through age 5. Participants who implement Touchpoints in their practice partner with families to lay the vital foundation for children’s early learning and healthy development.

Course format: This course consists 28 training hours including six monthly one-hour virtual reflective practice sessions. Attendance is required at all live sessions, each of which is 4 hours long. Participants who complete the course will receive a certificate of attendance. This course is approved for 20.25 Continuing Education Credits for physicians, nurses, social workers, and psychologists. Learn more.

Session Dates and Times: This course will take place on the following days @ 9 am – 1 pm ET / 6 – 10 am PT

Tues 01/14/2025
Thurs 01/16/2025
Tues 01/21/2025
Thurs 01/23/2025
Tues 01/28/2025
Thurs 01/30/2025
What you will learn:

Strategies for building partnerships with parents that promote family strengths
A framework to understand why children’s behavior can sometimes be challenging and confusing
Techniques for talking with families about child development concerns
How to actively listen to families and collaboratively solve problems related to child development or a child-family relationship
Number of participants: Minimum of 10 Maximum of 20

$895

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