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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

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Sensory Sensitive Sundays™

Chuck E. Cheese - Albany 2601 Dawson Road, Albany, GA, United States +10 more

Chuck E. Cheese is proud to support families who have children with autism and other special needs. Through our Sensory Sensitive Sundays program we’re able to offer families a quieter dining and entertainment environment, dimmed lighting and a sensory-friendly arcade experience. Our sensory-friendly events also include a trained and caring staff to ensure each guest has a safe, fun-filled visit.

Participating Locations:
2601 DAWSON ROAD, ALBANY, GA 31707
925 NORTH POINT DRIVE, ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
3654-I ATLANTA HIGHWAY, ATHENS, GA 30606
2990 CUMBERLAND BLVD. SE, ATLANTA, GA 30339
3435 WRIGHTSBORO RD., AUGUSTA, GA 30909
3201 MACON RD., COLUMBUS, GA 31906
1530 DOGWOOD DR. SE, CONYERS, GA 30013
6890 DOUGLAS BLVD., DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
786 GLYNN ST. N., FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
335 UPPER RIVERDALE ROAD, JONESBORO, GA 30236
824 EARNEST W. BARRETT PKWY., KENNESAW, GA 30144
5019 JIMMY CARTER BLVD., NORCROSS, GA 30093
6700 ABERCORN, SAVANNAH, GA 31405

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Autism Parents Coffee Tuesday

Autism Hope Center 2000 Hamilton Road Ste B, Columbus, GA, United States

Join the Autism Hope Center for fellowship and resources. First and third Tuesday of every month.

Free
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Neurodiversity Is Beautiful Social Peer Group

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

Neurodiversity Is Beautiful Social Peer Groups meets every Tuesday evening in person at LIFE, located at 4811 Waters Avenue in Savannah. This is not an open/drop-in group, you must register to participate.

Empowering neurodiverse adults and young adults to develop a local support network of peer support.

For more information or to register, please contact Heather at 240-328-8026.

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Multi-Session Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Interest Group

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
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LIFE-Line Peer Support Chat Group

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!

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Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Interest Group for Adults

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
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Neurodiversity Is Beautiful Social Peer Group

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

Neurodiversity Is Beautiful Social Peer Groups meets every Tuesday evening in person at LIFE, located at 4811 Waters Avenue in Savannah. This is not an open/drop-in group, you must register to participate.

Empowering neurodiverse adults and young adults to develop a local support network of peer support.

For more information or to register, please contact Heather at 240-328-8026.

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Support Group for Women (18+)

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
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Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Interest Group for Adults

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
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LIFE-Line Peer Support Chat Group

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!

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Parent Support Group

Spectrum Autism Support Center 2997 Main St, Duluth, GA, United States

Monthly support group meeting for parents of adults with autism over the age of 18 who are out of high school. Social Support group is offered for adults out of high school with higher ability level or Asperger's. No childcare is offered.

Free

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