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Music Therapy – F.A.S.T.

Our Music Therapy will now be led by Shanice Richards from Healing Hearts Music Therapy! Based on her schedule & travel from Tallahassee, FL to serve us, sessions will be on Thursday afternoons at this time. Session times vary between 3:30 - 6:15 PM. Pre-Registration is required (Link Provided Below). Space is very limited so please only sign up if you plan to attend! Location info & your child's time will be sent via email closer to date.

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This event is sponsored by FAST so there is no charge to FAST members. The charge for non-members is $10.

Check out this video below to see photos from our previous Music Therapies, led by Wimberly Giardina, MT-BC of Southwest Georgia Music Therapy. Unfortunately, she moved away but we have been making new music memories with our families with Healing Hearts Music Therapy!

$10

Online “Open” Social Group for Queer Adults

This is an hour-long social group for Neurodivergent queer folks. This is a safe space to socialize, share stories with, or gather support if needed from others with similar experiences. This group hopes to provide community, comfort, and fun. The group is facilitated by a Trans person on the spectrum. No autism (or related) diagnoses are required, nor is certainty about your queer identity. This is a safe space to explore all those things.

Advanced registration is required.

$10
Recurring

Online “Closed” Support Group for Men (18-30)

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.

Advanced registration is required.

$100

Online “Open” Support Group – Employment for Adults

This support group is for Autistic adults (18+) who are post k-12. Through this support group, members can connect with a variety of participants on the topic of employment. Whether you’re currently working, looking for a job or recuperating from burn out, this group is a chance to receive support, share what works for you and learn from each other, on all things related to employment.

Advanced registration is required.

$10
Recurring

Online “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Transition Age Youth

This 8-week AANE support group is for parents and caregivers of Autistic or similarly neurodivergent young adult children ages 18-22. This small group setting allows parents and caregivers to connect with each other, share experiences, celebrations and delivers a wealth of information.

Advanced registration is required. Financial assistance available.

$180

Online “Open” Support Group for Adults Over 50

Come join other adults age 50+ with autism or similar Neurodiverse profiles in an atmosphere of support and understanding. The group meets on the second Friday of every month.

Advanced registration is required.

$10
Recurring

La Hora del Cuento [Virtual]

¡Nuestros especialistas en desarrollo infantil se alegran en ofrecerle a usted y a sus hijos una emocionante lectura de cuentos virtual!

Durante nuestras sesiones interactivas leeremos libros, cantaremos canciones, moveremos nuestros cuerpos y nos conectaremos con otros niños y cuidadores. Cada día leeremos una historia diferente que involucrará a los niños mientras exploran el mundo que los rodea.

Es necesario registrarse. ¡Complete el formulario de registro de participantes de Story Time para reservar su lugar!

Para obtener más información, envíe un correo electrónico a EveryoneRR@ccrcca.org

Free
Recurring

FAST Fins Mountain View Aquatic Center

Mountain View Aquatic Center 2650 Gordy Parkway, Marietta, GA

FOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.

Cobb Computer Club (Ages 8-15)

1925 Vaughn Rd NW 1925 Vaughn Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA

Kids ages 8-15 are invited to join us for computer games, pizza and fun! Cost is $10 (scholarships are available) Registration is required--space is limited.
Registration on our website will be available at the beginning of the month prior to the Club date. If you are not currently receiving notifications when registration is available, please contact the Cobb office to get on our email list! 770-420-9889.

Parents Night Out

Cascade Hills Church 727 54th Street, Columbus, GA, United States

The Autism Hope Center is offering a free night out for parents of children with Autism, Developmental Disabilities, and their siblings all over 3 years old.

Dates: Aug 16th, Sept 13th, Oct 11th, Nov 8th, Dec 13th

One time registration is required: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rXrRQ09iCFaJGz0T09qViEBbNoZHAJPb-QC71GHZHxg/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawEQ4OtleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHftrswjyHMiLgbbp_CrM35KXhkRCXr2i1KLYkCvKzpQEbJtsvYFYO6MXSw_aem_gkYx8kxCK4gAt1i9bn7KpQ&edit_requested=true

Free

3rd Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival

Murray County Developmental Center 735 W Chestnut St., Chatsworth, GA

Join us for our 3rd Annual Fall Arts & Crafts festival and enjoy good food and shop with local vendors.
Located at Murray County Developmental Center
735 W Chestnut St. in Chatsworth, GA
9 am - 3 pm
Rain Date October 26th

Online “Open” Support Group for Teens (15-19)

This open group meets on the second Saturday of the month and is for individuals (ages 15-19) who are Autistic or who suspect they are. All AANE-facilitated support groups provide information, connection, and community where participants can share similar issues and concerns and celebrate successes. Groups are designed for the teens only – parents and other family members should not attend the groups.

Advanced registration is required.

Free

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