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  • Let’s Get Away, Together!

    Recurring

    This series is comprised of interactive sessions with each week focusing on a new place or cultural activity, while incorporating storytelling, music, poetry writing, and/or a simple craft. Each session will include a follow-up message filled with tips, activities, and recipes for families to continue to enjoy after the virtual trip. The focus of each group is to explore a new world, experience a variety of engaging opportunities, and enjoy a sense of camaraderie and community.

    Aug 4th – Let’s Celebrate the Birthday and Music of Louis Armstrong!
    Aug 11th – Let’s Explore the Philadelphia Museum of Fine Art!
    Aug 18th – Encore! – Let’s Discover More Unusual Sea Creatures!
    Aug 25th – Let’s Experience Candy Evolution Throughout History!
    Sept 1st – Let’s Discover the Excitement of Amusement Parks Around the World!
    Sept 8th – Let’s Hike Through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!
    Sept 15th – Let’s Discover Some of Nature’s Unusual Animals!
    Sept 22nd – Let’s Travel Through the Majesty of Italy’s Cathedrals!

    Free

  • Social/Game Night for Adults

    Come to socialize, and play games! This event is available to anyone and is a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and welcome many new AANE members!

    $10

  • Mocha Matters

    Recurring

    Join our Virtual Support Group for Families of Color, a welcoming space created to connect, support, and empower families with loved ones on the autism spectrum. This monthly gathering provides an opportunity to share experiences, build community, and access valuable resources in an inclusive and understanding environment.

    Hosted by Spectrum Autism Support Group, these virtual parent meetings take place on the fourth Wednesday of each month and feature guest speakers who offer insight and expertise on a wide range of topics related to Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    While this group is designed to uplift and reach families of color, all families are welcome to join the conversation, learn, and grow together.

  • Mocha Matters

    Recurring

    Join our Virtual Support Group for Families of Color, a welcoming space created to connect, support, and empower families with loved ones on the autism spectrum. This monthly gathering provides an opportunity to share experiences, build community, and access valuable resources in an inclusive and understanding environment.

    Hosted by Spectrum Autism Support Group, these virtual parent meetings take place on the fourth Wednesday of each month and feature guest speakers who offer insight and expertise on a wide range of topics related to Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    While this group is designed to uplift and reach families of color, all families are welcome to join the conversation, learn, and grow together.

  • Workshop – Strategies and Supports for Families of Autistic Children/Teens

    As a follow up to our Intro to Autism workshop, this 90 min workshop will go through practical ways parents and caregivers of autistic children and teens can find the support that they need. We will discuss how to determine what your family needs, and then some practical ideas on how to meet those needs. This will include possible service providers and how to find them, as well as some strategies that might work in your home. Note that this is different from our Benefits conference, which gives comprehensive information on how to get services covered by state benefits. You are welcome in this webinar regardless of whether or not your child or teen has a medical diagnosis of autism. Please note that we may not be able to answer complex questions about your situation during the presentation. However, this is a great place to get ideas, and then consider accessing Parent Coaching for specialized support.
    AANE can offer participants a reduced fee or free registration. As long as space remains in the group, no one requesting financial aid will be turned away. To request financial aid, send an email to events@aane.org.

    $25

  • Movie Discussion Group for Adults

    Unwind in the AANE movie discussion group! This is a group for those who enjoy movies to talk about them with other Neurodivergent participants. There isn’t a specific theme or film per session, the group functions as an informal space to discuss a wide variety of your favorite (or least favorite!) movies. Both verbal and typed discussion allowed and encouraged!

    $10

  • Support Group for Families of Autistic Adults

    This group meets one Sunday a month and is for parents, family members, and friends of Autistic individuals. Guest speakers are hosted every other month.

    Free

  • Support Group for Women

    This group is for those who identify as female. Discussions will focus on what it means to be an independent adult, sexuality, safety, mother/daughter relationships, managing anxiety and sensory issues associated with autism, work challenges and successes, being a woman on the autism spectrum, friendships and relationships.

    Free

  • Support Group for Women (50+)

    Join us monthly for an support group that offers Autistic women, age 50+ an opportunity to come together to explore issues such as:

    Receiving a diagnosis later in life
    Masking and Camouflaging
    Finding Support; Building and Maintaining Relationships
    Challenges Post Menopause; Decline of Executive Functioning
    Mid-Life Identity
    Managing Stress and Coping Strategies
    Self-Care

    $10

  • Workshop – Understanding Masking for Adults

    Join us for this 90-minute workshop on masking crafted for and by Autistic adults. We’ll unpack the pressures and motivations behind masking, explore its emotional impact, and touch on the nuanced gender differences. Learn more about the implications of consistently concealing Autistic traits and the quest for spaces where Autistic individuals can be their authentic selves. Connect with a community that understands the intricacies of living neurodivergent lives.

    $25

  • Workshop – Talking About Autism with Your Autistic Child for Parents of Children/Teens

    This 90-minute presentation discusses the when, how, and why of talking about Autism with your Autistic child or teen. Come learn concrete strategies for starting and continuing the conversation. We’ll cover how to use affirming language to support your child in their lifelong journey of understanding what Autism means for them. Topics include talking about a new diagnosis, identifying strengths and accommodation needs, encouraging self-advocacy, and the importance of Autistic and Neurodivergent representation.

    $25

  • Multi-Session Workshop – ALIVE for LGBTQIA+ Adults

    ALIVE is a two part online workshop for LGBTQIA+ Autistic adults. One part is an 8 week curriculum based workshop and the other is an 8 week support group experience. There is a three month break between the parts. Registration includes both parts (16 weeks.)
    ALIVE is rooted in a neurodiversity embracing perspective and is facilitated by an autistic adult and a non-autistic adult who work together. The curriculum provides education about the science of LGBTQIA+ mental health, community building, and more. Topics of discussion will include:

    -Creating Goals
    -Science of minority stress
    -Countering shame and guilt
    -Meaning and purpose
    -Building self-compassion
    -Positive coping in today’s world
    -Science of pride and affirmation
    -Holistic self-care
    -Managing rejection expectations
    -Healthy relationships and boundaries
    -Building a future worth living for

    ALIVE offers a safe and affirming envirnoment for Autistic adults to talk with like minded people, share issues and concerns and celebrate successes It also provides opportunities for participants to build ongoing connections with a small LGBTQIA+ community’
    Dates

    September 30
    October 7
    October 14
    October 21
    October 28
    November 4
    November 11
    November 18
    February 17
    February 24
    March 3
    March 10
    March 17
    March 24
    March 31
    April 7
    AANE can offer participants a reduced fee or free registration through the Jody Acford Memorial Fund. As long as space remains, no one requesting financial aid will be turned away. To request financial aid, send an email to events@aane.org.

    $150