Autism Toolkit of Georgia
Autism Toolkit of Georgia
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AANE is offering an 8-week virtual group for Autistic or Neurodivergent young adults aged 19-23. This group is designed to provide young adults navigating the transition between teenage years and adulthood 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.
Join us for this 2-hour financial literacy workshop led by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) volunteers (AANE staff will also be available). The workshop will cover identifying fraud, identity theft, phishing and other scams and how to protect your personal information. Advanced registration is required.
Grupo Apoyo de Autismo
Virtual
Spanish Speaking
info@careparentnetwork.org
As a follow-up to our Intro to Autism Workshop, this 90-minute workshop will go through practical ways Autistic adults can find the support that they need. We will discuss how to determine what you need, 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 hacks and strategies that might work for you.
Note that this is different from our benefits conference, which gives comprehensive information on how to get services covered by state benefits. This webinar is also open to parents, caregivers, and loved ones of Autistic adults. Advanced registration is required.
Join us for camaraderie and fun! We will be playing a variety of Jackbox games that we will select as a group! Most games fit about 8 participants, but are still a blast to watch! We rotate through both games and players to have a great time together! Advanced registration is required.
Learning strategies to communicate effectively with peers, professionals, partners, family and others in times of conflict. Come to share your experience and learn from others! Advanced registration is required.
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
Advanced registration is required.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 1 in 31 children is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This presentation will provide an overview of the key signs and symptoms of ASD and introduce practical, research-informed strategies to support individuals on the autism spectrum.
This is our support group for Autistic people of color (18+). These spaces are peer-led and provide an opportunity for participants to explore how their multiple identities show up and address their specific needs, by sharing experiences and offering support to one another. We are running these meetings through the winter and then will determine the next steps for future programming based on interest and feedback. Advanced registration is required.
This practical session offers simple, meaningful ways for families to strengthen their connection with their child, no matter their schedule or their child’s unique strengths and needs.
This group is designed for parents and family members of Autistic transition-age youth (18-22). This group is limited to 15 participants for caregivers to connect with one another and share information.
Are you beginning your special education journey? Are you looking for more information about the basics of special education? Please join us for the ninth module in our Individualized Education Program (IEP) Series. This 30-minute session covers the reasons for revising a child’s IEP, who can request the revision, making changes to an IEP without an IEP meeting, and consideration of Extended School Year services (what they are and what determines if a child needs them).
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