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
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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
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
Parents as Partners: Supporting Neurodivergence in Adulthood for Families
Presented by parent-child team Ilia and Ryan Walsh, this session offers a comprehensive exploration into the dynamics of parenting adult neurodivergent individuals.
Drawing from their own experiences, they will provide practical strategies for establishing a collaborative relationship between parents and their adult neurodivergent children. The focus will be on mutual understanding, respect, and the empowerment of neurodivergent adults, with an emphasis on recognizing and leveraging their unique strengths.
$25
Introduction to Autism for Families
This 90-minute workshop will address common misconceptions, investigate Autistic identity, and explore Autistic traits, strengths, and challenges. This presentation will provide insights into your child’s neurotype, preparing you with an informed mindset for raising an Autistic child. Parents, family members, and caregivers of individuals who are potentially Autistic are also encouraged to attend.
Free
Neurodiversity Is Beautiful Social Peer Group
LIFE Living Independence for Everyone (Savannah) 4811 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GANeurodiversity 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.
Support Group for Men
This group offers a safe environment where men can talk with like-minded people, share issues and concerns, and celebrate successes.
$10
Multi-Session Support Group for Parents of Young Children (<12)
VirtualDescription
This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of young Autistic children under the age of 12. This group is limited to 16 participants or caregivers to connect with one another and share information.
Dates
March 18
April 1
April 15
April 29
May 13
May 27
June 10
June 24
$180
Social Skills to Social Success
Social Skills to Social Success is a student-centered, interactive series designed to help youth with disabilities improve their communication, relationships, and self-regulation. These skills are essential for thriving in school, work, and social settings.
This free series is ideal for students with disabilities who affect social interaction and want to build confidence and independence.
🧩 Weekly Topics:
Session 1 (June 18): What Are Social Skills & Why Are They Important?
Session 2 (June 25): Feelings vs. Emotions
Session 3 (July 2): Self-Regulation & Appropriate Public Behavior
Session 4 (July 9) Basics of Conversations & Social Skills in School & the Workplace
Session 5 (July 16): Social Skills: Friendships
Session 6 (July 23) Self-Advocacy
Free
Social/Support Group for Young Adults (19-23)
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.
Dates
May 7
May 14
May 21
May 28
June 4
June 11
June 18
June 25
$100
Multi-Session Social Group – Sports Talk & Analysis for Adults
Whether you like to get out there and play, watch from the sidelines or just talk about sports, you’re welcome to join our social group – Sports Talk & Analysis. We’ll spend the first meeting deciding on future discussion topics/activities based on participants’ specific sports interests. Possible topics/activities include: sports questions, current events in sports, sports movies and shows, friendly GOAT (greatest of all time) debates and sharing sports memorabilia and collectibles.
*Note: This group will be held online and discussion focused so we will not be playing any sports together.
Free
Social/Support Group for Teens (14-16)
AANE is offering an 8-week virtual group for Autistic and similarly Neurodivergent teens aged 14-16. This group provides a secure and inclusive environment where teens can foster connections and engage with one another in a facilitated setting
Dates
May 7
May 14
May 21
May 28
June 4
June 11
June 18
June 25
$180
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