• Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Interest Group for Adults

    Recurring

    This interest group is intended for post-high school adults who fulfill the player pre-requisites outlined below:

    Participants need to have played Dungeons and Dragons before either at AANE or elsewhere.
    They must also be familiar with character creation, general rules of D&D Edition 5, cooperation within a team, and following campaign rules and storyline.
    Each participant is expected to attend all 8 meetings in order to help his/her team advance as far as possible in the campaign.
    This interest series will be using a campaign selected by the Dungeon Masters. Participants must agree to follow the rules of the campaign at all times.
    Because this is an interactive/collaborative game. Participants need to be able to participate fully in each game session.

    Please note that this is a two-step process (application and registration). If you are interested in this group, please submit the application above.

    $100
  • LIFE-Line Peer Support Chat Group

    Recurring
    LIFE Living Independence for Everyone (Savannah) 4811 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA

    Please join us for the LIFE-Line Peer Support Chat today at 1:00PM! This is a hybrid meeting; you can join in person or on Zoom. Contact 912-920-2414 for the Zoom login information. 4811 Waters Avenue, Savannah.
    Did you know that regular peer support can improve the sense of well-being for people with disabilities by expanding their support network and empowering them? It's true!
    The LIFE-Line Peer Support Chat is open exclusively to people with disabilities in LIFE's twenty service counties*. The LIFE-Line Peer Chat is a safe space to talk with other people with disabilities, confidentially. We hope you'll join us!

  • Grupo de apoyo para padres Latinos

    Recurring

    Todos los padres, abuelos, guardianes, y otros miembros de la familia de niños con necesidades especiales están invitados a tomar parte en un grupo de apoyo para padres, dirigido por los padres.

    Anna Shaw Childrenʼs Institute se apega a las guías de seguridad y recomendaciones de distanciamiento social de la CDC.

  • Multi-Session Support Group for Women (18-35)

    Recurring
    Virtual

    Description
    This multi-session support group is designed for Autistic women and femme people (18-35). Through this support group, members can build an ongoing connection with a small community. AANE multi-session 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
    Gender expansive issues related to autism
    Dates
    March 13
    March 27
    April 10
    April 24
    May 8
    May 22
    June 5
    July 3

    $100
  • Multi-Session Support Group for Adults

    Recurring

    A multi-session support group has the same group members (up to 12) for a set number of sessions (8). Multi-session 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 adults can talk with like-minded people, share issues and concerns, and celebrate successes. Common topics include: disclosure, self-advocacy, and relationships.

    $100
  • WOMEN ON THE SPECTRUM SOCIAL SUPPORT GROUP

    Recurring

    Spectrum has partnered with Emory School of Nursing in starting a Women Only Group for women ages 18 and up with HFA/Asperger's, focusing on sharing challenges and successes of transition, supporting one another, and building friendships for success. This group meets twice monthly via Zoom, first and 3rd Fridays. Contact Dr. Susan Brasher to be added to the email notification list and for an invitation to join the private FaceBook page (Emory PCORI Young Women on the Autism Spectrum Group) susan.n.brasher@emory.edu

    RSVP for the Women Only monthly virtual meeting. Meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month, 5-6 pm. RSVP here

  • FSU Book Club

    Recurring

    Please join us for a 4-week book study reading through Dr. Temple Grandin’s The Loving Push. We will be discussing the book, what skills are needed to be a successful and happy adult, and how we think about moving our children towards a sense of independence. This is geared toward parents of children ages 12 through adulthood.

    Free
  • Multi-Session Support Group for Late-Diagnosed Neurodiverse Adults of Color

    Recurring

    For adults of color (21+) exploring neurodiversity later in life—whether through ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning differences (diagnosed or self-recognized).

    Join our 5-week multi-session group to connect, share, and grow in a space that honors both your neurodivergence and cultural identity. Together, we’ll navigate the unique challenges of late discovery in a world not always built for us.

    You’re not alone—let’s find understanding together.

    $100
  • Support Group for Teens (17-19)

    Recurring

    AANE is offering an 8-week virtual group for Autistic and Neurodivergent teens aged 17-19. This group is designed to provide teens with a safe space to feel connected to and engage with each other while practicing their social skills in a facilitated setting. The group will be developed based on the interests and needs of the members.

    $180
  • Social/Support Group for Trans, Non-Binary, and Gender Expansive Teens (14-19)

    Recurring

    AANE is offering a 8-week virtual group for trans, non-binary, and gender expansive Autistic or Neurodivergent teens aged 14-19. This group is designed to provide teens with a safe space to feel connected to and engage with each other while practicing their social skills in a facilitated setting. The group will be developed based on the interests and needs of the members.

    $180
  • Discussion/Support Group for Adults over 50

    Are you an Autistic or Neurodivergent adult, over age 50? This group is a place for those over 50, to discuss a previously agreed to topic and share the unique concerns and issues that come with later awareness, in an atmosphere of support and understanding.

    The social hour meets from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM ET and the support group meets from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM ET.