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Spectrum Events: Connecting, Educating, and Celebrating Diversity

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Multi-Session Support Group for Adults

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

Parent Support Group-Virtual

Join us for an online Parent Support Group. Lekotek is a safe place to come and share, listen, and build relationships that will help you through this journey and celebrate your child's unique differences. Be sure to Register so we can send you the zoom link!

Support Group – Gender Identity for Adults

This group always meets on the first Thursday of the month and is for post-high school Autistic adults who are interested in discussing and exploring their gender in a supportive setting. Most people who attend identify as transgender, nonbinary, and/or genderfluid, and some are questioning their gender identity or gender roles. Join us to share stories and perspectives, and to get support. No autism diagnosis or certainty about gender identity is required to attend. This is a safe place to explore intersecting identities.

Free

Fostering Belonging for Autistic Individuals

With recent issues surrounding myths and misconceptions of ABA, it is timely to find ways to develop partnerships with the neurodiverse community. This workshop highlights areas of research from within and outside of behavior analysis to help foster a community where multiple voices are heard. Additionally, as a field of behavior analysis, we need to use our science to provide a contingency analytic framework for fostering belonging.

This workshop introduces a comprehensive framework to engage with and support autistic individuals and communities effectively. Participants will gain access to tools for conducting person-centered assessments, setting individualized goals, and implementing strength-based interventions to foster genuine community, social connection, and a sense of belonging among autistic populations. Strategies for promoting social inclusion and belonging will be presented, focusing on achieving genuine assent, tailoring interventions, and fostering collaborative approaches with families and communities. The tools and strategies discussed will be framed within a compassionate approach to clinical practice and will prioritize inclusive practices for all individuals within the autistic population.

Free

Navigating Manifestation Determination Reviews: Know your rights

School Discipline & Disability: What Parents Need to Know

Is your child facing suspension or expulsion? Don’t navigate it alone. Join attorney Jean Estes, Esq. for a parent-friendly webinar on Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) — the process that protects students with disabilities. Learn when MDR happens, what it means, and how to advocate for your child with confidence.

Contact: Amanda Brown
Email: amandab@p2pga.org
Phone: (678) 736-7314

More Info: https://tinyurl.com/yc5vw94s

Free
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WOMEN ON THE SPECTRUM SOCIAL SUPPORT GROUP

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

Knitting & Needlecraft Social Group for Adults

Do you enjoy crafts such as knitting, crocheting, sewing, and embroidery? AANE has created a new online group for you! The group is available to Autistic adults regardless of skill level or diagnosis. 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

Sifting Through Your Parental Rights

Join us to learn how to take the lead in your child's educational journey by knowing who is on your child's educational team, developing effective communication skills, exploring placement options, and planning for transitions.

Free
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Social/Support Group for Teens (17-19)

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

Understanding & Supporting Autistic Teens for Caregivers

Parents often wonder how to motivate their Autistic teens, particularly how much to push them and how much to let their teens take the lead. This 90-minute workshop with time for Q&A will cover common challenges and support strategies. Parents of children and teens, clinicians, and educators are welcome to attend. Topics include:
-A strengths-based overview of Autism in adolescence
-The intersection of stress, anxiety, and behavior
-Strategies for building connection and reducing tension
-Autism at school, including considerations for post-high school transition planning

$25

Support Group for Gay Men

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!

$10

Life Planning Series: Supported decision-making and guardianship

This workshop will address the consideration and purpose of supported decision-making and guardianship with a focus on the details of the legal procedures. It will also include a discussion about both short- and long-term planning. Presented by Joesph P. Kukla, esq., Thiel, Anderson, Kukla & Gunderson, PLLP. Attendance at both workshops in the series is encouraged.

Free

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