Support Group for Adults Over 50
VirtualCome 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.
$10
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Multiple Ideas (MC’s Support Group)
Multiplechoices™ Center for Independent Living 125 Athens West Parkway, Athens, GAMultiple Ideas (MC’s Support Group)
Sip & Share Group
VirtualSupport Groups also called Share Groups are the backbone of FOCUS, the first program ever offered. Share Groups meet monthly (September to May) in several different locations around metro Atlanta so parents can meet other parents and share tips, fears, and joys. Parent volunteers facilitate the groups, keeping them positive, constructive, and uplifting.
Eligibility:
Be a parent/caregiver of a child/young adult with a physical and/or developmental disabilities, including rare genetic syndromes, cerebral palsy, autism, and Down syndrome.
Support Group for Teens (15-19)
Virtual(formerly Plainview, NY) 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.
Free
Sibs Bowling
Bowlero Chamblee 2175 Savoy Dr., Chamblee, GA, United StatesSibs Bowling at Bowlero Chamblee on January 11th.
Support Group for Adults
Virtual(formerly Brentwood, NY) 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.
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
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$10
Knitting & Needlecraft Social Group for Adults
VirtualDo you enjoy crafts such as knitting, crocheting, sewing, and embroidery? AANE has created a new online group for you! The group is open to Autistic adults regardless of skill level or diagnosis. In addition to meeting online via Zoom, group members also have the option to participate in the AANE Knitting & Needlecrafts Online Discussion Forum, so that they can share tips, patterns, and positive encouragement in between meetings. (This forum is hosted on the Google Groups platform.) The group will meet every second Sunday of the month on Zoom. Each meeting will have time to work on individual projects and get feedback from group members.
$10
Support Group for Partners of Autistic Individuals
VirtualThis open group meets on the second Monday of the month and is for the neurotypical individual married to or in partnership with someone who is Neurodivergent.
$10
CA Child Care Preventive Health and Safety
VirtualCCRC invites you to our upcoming training Creating A Sense of Belonging Through Books!
At this training, participants will:
– Understand how social-emotional development unfolds in the first five years and the brain’s role in the process
– Learn how to support young children in their social-emotional development
– Identify the areas of the brain involved in social interactions and the vital role relationships play in social-emotional development
– Recognize the effects of stress on brain development and which part of the brain is responsible for emotional reactions
Free
Support Group for Gay Men
Virtual(formerly Boston, MA) Are you a gay man in the AANE community? Have you ever wanted to share your thoughts and experiences with other Autistic gay men? Join us!
The facilitator will send the Zoom link to the group on the day of the event.
$10
Jackbox Game Night for Adults
VirtualJoin us for camaraderie and fun! We will be playing a variety of Jackbox games that we will select as a group! Most games fit about 8 participants, but are still a blast to watch! We rotate through both games and players to have a great time together!
$10
Multi-Session Small Group Employment Coaching for Experienced Workers
VirtualIf you are experienced in your career and are looking for a new job, career, promotion or just ways to make your current job work better for you, this is a coaching course that could be helpful. This practical coaching course will cover all aspects of job hunting/maintaining by building your knowledge weekly, helping you identify action steps and supporting you to work through any worries or issues you face, with the help of a workbook. We’ll cover conflict, difficult conversations and feedback too.
You will be provided with guidance, training, accountability and inspiration over the 8 weeks to help you feel more confident, leaving you with a personalized roadmap for getting what you want in your working life.
$150
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