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Region 4
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Central Presbyterian Church 201 Washington Street Southwest, Atlanta, GA
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Parent Support Group – Parents of Children
Spectrum Autism Support Center 2997 Main St, Duluth, GA, United StatesSpectrum hosts monthly parent meetings the first and second Thursday of each month featuring guest speakers who share their knowledge and expertise regarding a variety of topics related to the Autism Spectrum Disorder. First Thursday of the month meetings are offered Sept-May for parents of school age children. Breakout sessions are also offered for Dads, parents of preschoolers, and in Spanish only.
Social Skills programs are offered at the same time for children ages 5-22. Childcare is offered for those under 5. Second Thursday of the month meetings are for parents of adults out of high school and for adults on the spectrum.
Location: Spectrum Autism Support Center, 2997 Main St., Duluth, GA 30096
Sesiones de Familia in Spanish via ZOOM twice a month. Email Mariana to be added to the list mariana.ortiz-padilla@georgialda.org
Paula Schirmer, provides meeting content on the first Thursday, in person, in Spanish for Spanish speakers
First Thursday of the month: Support group meeting for parents of children ages 22 and under with free social skills groups for ages 5-22 and childcare for under 5. Siblings welcome. -
Parent Support Group – Adults on the Spectrum
Spectrum Autism Support Center 2997 Main St, Duluth, GA, United StatesParent Support Group
Spectrum hosts monthly parent meetings the first and second Thursday of each month featuring guest speakers who share their knowledge and expertise regarding a variety of topics related to the Autism Spectrum Disorder. First Thursday of the month meetings are offered Sept-May for parents of school age children. Breakout sessions are also offered for Dads, parents of preschoolers, and in Spanish only.
Social Skills programs are offered at the same time for children ages 5-22. Childcare is offered for those under 5. Second Thursday of the month meetings are for parents of adults out of high school and for adults on the spectrum.
Location: Spectrum Autism Support Center, 2997 Main St., Duluth, GA 30096
Sesiones de Familia in Spanish via ZOOM twice a month. Email Mariana to be added to the list mariana.ortiz-padilla@georgialda.org
Paula Schirmer, provides meeting content on the first Thursday, in person, in Spanish for Spanish speakers
Second Thursday of the month: A support group meeting for parents of adults with autism over the age of 18 who are out of high school. Social Support group is offered for adults out of high school with higher ability level or Asperger's. No childcare is offered. -
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The Joy Jam Spring Dance
8750 Roswell Road 8750 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs, GA🎉 Get Ready for the Joy Jam Dance! 💃🕺
Join us for a night full of music, dancing, and unforgettable fun at our Joy Jam Dance! This is a chance to connect, celebrate, and just enjoy being together in a welcoming and high-energy environment.
Whether you love to dance or just want to hang out with friends, this is an event you won’t want to miss! 🎶✨
👉 Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/.../9040D44AFAC2AAAFC1...$20 -
The Big IDEA! What’s the Big IDEA Behind Inclusion?
Ike Owings Community Center 8830 Gurlry Rd, Douglasville, GA, United StatesLearn about inclusion and its benefits. Understand how you can use the IDEA requirement to educate children in their least restrictive environment as a springboard to having children with disabilities learn with their peers.
Registration: Please call Donna Minor at 770-276-0151 or email konokeda@gmail.com by April 1, 2026
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Parent Support Group – Parents of Children
Spectrum Autism Support Center 2997 Main St, Duluth, GA, United StatesSpectrum hosts monthly parent meetings the first and second Thursday of each month featuring guest speakers who share their knowledge and expertise regarding a variety of topics related to the Autism Spectrum Disorder. First Thursday of the month meetings are offered Sept-May for parents of school age children. Breakout sessions are also offered for Dads, parents of preschoolers, and in Spanish only.
Social Skills programs are offered at the same time for children ages 5-22. Childcare is offered for those under 5. Second Thursday of the month meetings are for parents of adults out of high school and for adults on the spectrum.
Location: Spectrum Autism Support Center, 2997 Main St., Duluth, GA 30096
Sesiones de Familia in Spanish via ZOOM twice a month. Email Mariana to be added to the list mariana.ortiz-padilla@georgialda.org
Paula Schirmer, provides meeting content on the first Thursday, in person, in Spanish for Spanish speakers
First Thursday of the month: Support group meeting for parents of children ages 22 and under with free social skills groups for ages 5-22 and childcare for under 5. Siblings welcome. -
The 5th Annual Autism Sensory Festival
8095 Wilkerson Mill Rd., Palmetto GA 30268 8095 Wilkerson Mill Rd, Palmetto, GAJoin us as we celebrate autism awareness in South Fulton GA. This free interactive festival features: clinical vendors, stem activities, robotics, table activities, seminars for caregivers, giveaways, horse rides, and more! Registration required.
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Doraville’s 3rd Autism Awareness Caravan and Event
Forest Fleming Arena 3037 Pleasant Valley Dr, Doraville, GATo raise awareness and celebrate, we will host an Awareness Caravan before the Event!
The Caravan will begin at the Brookhaven Police Department and travel nearly 7 miles through Brookhaven and Chamblee, concluding at the Forest Fleming Arena in Doraville. We invite people to gather along Buford Highway to cheer on the caravan! Them join us at the Fleming Forest Arena for the Event.
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Saturday Social Club
Spectrum Autism Support Center 2997 Main St, Duluth, GA, United StatesSpectrum Saturday Social Club will provide a safe space for adults who are on the autism spectrum. Participants who are out of high school and are 18 years or older, have independent self help skills, and are able to function with little supervision. The group will meet on Saturdays from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm where they will play games, enjoy karaoke, or watch movies with friends. The club will be supervised by professional staff that will facilitate the members to help make new friends and strengthen social skills.
This will be like a gym membership where you pay $200 for 10 week session to participate one Saturday or all Saturdays in a quarter. You must register but then can attend as often or as little as you want. Registration is now open!
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En Entrenamiento Gratuito para Padres y Cuidadores Sobre Transicion a los Cuidados de Salud para Adultos
Parent to Parent of Georgia 3070 Presidential Parkway, Suite #130, Atlanta, GA, United StatesPadres, esta es una oportinidad para relacionarse con otras familias que estan viviendo el mismo procesco! Aprenda como transferir la responsabilidad de los cuidado medicos a sus adultos jovenes. Escucharan de otro joven como este se hizo cargo de sus necesidades medicas.
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Sibshop Bowling
Bowlero Chamblee 2175 Savoy Dr., Chamblee, GA, United StatesCalling all sibs aged 6 and older. Sibshops are fun and informative workshops for siblings of kids with disabilities to meet, share, and learn. We will enjoy bowling and food while we talk.
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Mahjongg 101
Spectrum Autism Support Center 2997 Main St, Duluth, GA, United StatesJoin us for Mahjongg 101, a fun and engaging introduction (or refresher!) to the basics of American Mahjongg. Together, we’ll unravel the mysteries of the tiles, decode the NMJL card, learn the art of dealing, and “dance” through the Charleston—plus so much more. By the end of the class, you’ll feel confident and ready to play!
Choose one or more sessions and build your skills each week. This series is offered in partnership with Mahjongg instructor Rachel Timmer, and 25% of all proceeds will support Spectrum Autism Support Group.
Grab a seat at the table and join the fun—spots fill quickly!
$75
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