• Support Group for Parents of Young Children (<12)

    Recurring

    This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of young Autistic children under the age of 12. This group is limited to 16 participants or caregivers to connect with one another and share information.

    $180
  • Social/Support Group for Teens (14-16)

    Recurring

    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.

    $180
  • Multi-Session Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Interest Group

    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
  • Support Group for Women (35-50)

    Recurring

    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 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
    Empathy

    $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!

  • Support Group for Autistic Parents

    Recurring

    This is a Support Group for autistic adults who are parents. As an autistic individual, parenting brings with it a multitude of unique experiences and challenges. That’s why we’re here! Together we can share lived experiences and offer support to one another so we can grow and succeed in parenthood. Whether your child is arriving soon, a toddler, in high school, or an adult themselves, parents of all genders are welcome.

    $100
  • 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.

    $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
  • Multi-Session Support Group for Women (40-60)

    Recurring

    This support group is designed for Autistic women (40-60) looking to build an ongoing connection with a small community of other women. This multi-session support group also gives women an opportunity to voice their concerns and frustrations and lets them acknowledge hard-won and unexpected victories. Common topics of discussion are:

    Masking/camouflaging
    Sensory sensitivities/overloads
    Relationships
    Self-care
    Empathy

    $100
  • Support Group for Parents of LGBTQIA+ Teens & Adults (14+)

    Recurring

    This 8-session AANE support group is designed for parents and caregivers of Autistic (or similarly neurodivergent) teens (age 14+) and adults who also identify as LGBTQIA+. In this small, welcoming group setting, participants will have the opportunity to share experiences, access valuable resources, and build meaningful connections with others navigating similar journeys. Each session offers a supportive space to explore the unique intersections of neurodivergence and LGBTQIA+ identity, while providing guidance, insight, and a sense of community.

    $180
  • Support Group for Women (18+)

    Recurring

    This bi-weekly multi-session support group is designed for autistic and similarly neurodivergent adult women (18+) who are looking to build an ongoing connection with other women. The group is primarily a space to learn about and discuss neurodivergence, and to explore related topics chosen by the group. Topics may include:

    Masking/camouflaging
    Sensory Sensitivities and Sensory Overload
    Relationships
    Self Care
    Empathy

    The group is structured to encourage everyone to share and participate in the discussion, with respect for all members prioritized.

    $100