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  • Beyond Code Minimums: Designing Accessible Kitchens & Bathrooms

    Between the ADA, FHA, Section 504, and general building codes, housing standards can be confusing for those with nondiscrimination requirements under the law as well as individuals with disabilities looking to live independently or age in place. In this webinar, attendees will learn practical design standards that go beyond minimal code compliance—so you can recognize quality accessibility when you see it (or request it when you don’t). Our speakers will share a Reference Guide and Kitchen and Bathroom Prototypes that they developed to reflect an inclusive design approach to plan for accessibility in any housing type. This session would benefit architects, builders, developers, planners and community development professionals, municipal officials who review plans and anyone invested in housing that serves people across their lifespan.

  • What, Wait! You Want Me to Talk About Sexuality?

    Healthy relationship boundaries are an important skill. We will explore tips and tools for addressing sexuality with people you work with.

    Healthy relationship boundaries are an important skill for us all. We are seeing more and more examples of those who have crossed lines in our culture. Even though people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are sexual beings, just like everyone, they also need the information and skills to navigate these waters and learn what's okay and not okay in various settings.

    This webinar will explore tips and tools for addressing sexuality one-on-one with the individuals you work with. We will explore why this topic can be difficult to approach and useful tools that will help you become more comfortable and confident and communicate about this sensitive topic.

  • Ready Together: Emergency Preparedness Day at LIFE

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

    Join LIFE for an engaging and informative community event focused on emergency preparedness for older adults, people with disabilities, caregivers, and anyone interested in learning how to stay safe and prepared during emergencies and severe weather events.

    This free, drop-in event will feature:

    Emergency preparedness education and practical safety tips
    Guest speaker and community resources
    Demonstrations on how to build an emergency preparedness kit and Go Kit
    Information tailored to a variety of access and support needs
    Opportunities to ask questions and connect with local partners
    A giveaway drawing for a completed emergency preparedness kit

    Whether you are just getting started or updating your emergency plans, this event is designed to provide simple, realistic steps to help you feel more confident and prepared.

    Come anytime during the event and participate at your own pace.

  • Partner Support Group

    Recurring

    The Partner Support Group is for those in neurodiverse relationships with a spouse/partner who has a confirmed or suspected autism spectrum profile. The group meeting is a positive and supportive time to share experiences, gain information and understanding about how neurodiversity affects couple relationships.

    This open group meets on the third Wednesday of the month. Participants can join at any time. There is $10 cost to participants to attend any session. Advanced registration is required.

    $10

  • WAZE to Adulthood: Parent & Professional

    Competitive Integrated Employment helps youth with disabilities build independence, gain job skills, and become active members of their community.

    Join us for this free webinar to learn how youth can work in the community, earn minimum wage or higher, and build a future after high school. Even students with significant disabilities can succeed at work with the right supports. This session will cover the benefits of working, address common fears and myths, and share practical ways to remove barriers to getting and keeping a job.

  • Who Holds the Keys? Understanding Legal Documents & Estate Plans

    In this webinar you'll gain a clear understanding of the: Key legal roles (Trustee, Agent, and Guardian). Differences between Private Documents (like POAs and HIPAA releases) and Public Orders (like Guardianship). Explain the critical roles of Wills, Trusts, and the Letter of Intent. Housing Options. Beneficiary Designations

  • Partner Support Group

    Recurring

    The Partner Support Group is for those in neurodiverse relationships with a spouse/partner who has a confirmed or suspected autism spectrum profile. The group meeting is a positive and supportive time to share experiences, gain information and understanding about how neurodiversity affects couple relationships.

    This open group meets on the third Wednesday of the month. Participants can join at any time. There is $10 cost to participants to attend any session. Advanced registration is required.

    $10

  • Multi-Session 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

  • Support Group for Adults

    This support group is for Autistic adults (18+) who are post k-12. Through this support group, members can connect with a variety of participants.

    AANE support groups give members an opportunity to celebrate successes and support each other through difficulties. Common topics of discussion are:

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

    $10

  • ArtReach for Women Only

    Recurring
    Hudgens Center for Art and Learning 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway Building #300, Duluth, GA, United States

    A new social and craft night, ArtReach, is offered the 3rd Thursday of each month. in person focusing on art, 6:30-8:00 pm. This group is held at the Hudgens Center for Art and Learning in Duluth for women on the spectrum.

  • Workshop – Handling Difficult Conversations at Work: Keeping & Respecting Boundaries for Adults

    Difficult conversations are part of working life. For neurodivergent adults, they often come with extra risk, stress, and confusion. This practical 60-minute webinar helps you handle challenging conversations at work while keeping clear, respectful boundaries. Without masking. Without over-explaining. Without burning out.

    You’ll learn how to ask for clarity, respond to vague feedback, say “no” without guilt, and protect your time and energy. Whether you are in work, returning to employment or job seeking, you will leave with clear language, simple frameworks and scripts you can use straight away.

    $25

  • Support Group for LGBTQIA+ Adults

    This is an hour-long support group for Autistic LGBTQIA+ adults. It is a safe space to find community, share stories with, or gather support if needed from folks of similar experiences. This group hopes to provide support and comfort. The group is facilitated by a trans person on the spectrum. No autism (or related) diagnoses are required, nor is certainty about your queer identity. This is a space to explore all those things. It is also for all post-high school adults over 18 years old.

    $10