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  • What’s the Big Deal about the Prior Written Notice?

    Ever wonder what a Prior Written Notice (PWN) really means for your child’s IEP? Join Stephanie Petrillo to learn what a PWN is, when it’s needed, and why it’s such an important document for families. Gain the knowledge and confidence to make sure your child’s needs are clearly understood.

    Free

  • 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.

    Dates

    January 12
    January 20*
    January 26
    February 2
    February 9
    February 23
    March 2

    *This meeting is on a different day of the week due to a holiday.
    Advanced registration is required.

    $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
    Advanced registration is required.

    $10

  • Understanding & Supporting Autistic Teens for Caregivers

    Parents often wonder how to motivate their Autistic teens, particularly how much to push them and how much to let their teens take the lead. This 90-minute workshop with time for Q&A will cover common challenges and support strategies. Parents of children and teens, clinicians, and educators are welcome to attend. Topics include

    A strengths-based overview of Autism in adolescence
    The intersection of stress, anxiety, and behavior
    Strategies for building connection and reducing tension
    Autism at school, including considerations for post-high school transition planning
    Advanced registration is required.

    $25

  • Support Group for Gay Men

    Are you a gay man in the AANE community? Have you ever wanted to share your thoughts and experiences with other Autistic gay men? Join us! Advanced registration is required.

    $10

  • Jackbox Game Night for Adults

    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.

    $10

  • Support Group for BIPOC Adults

    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.

    Free

  • Multi-Session Support Group for Parents of LGBTQ+ Teens & Adults (14+)

    Recurring

    This 8-session AANE support group is designed for parents and caregivers of Autistic (or similarly neurodivergent) teens (age 14+) and adults who also identify as LGBTQ+. In this small, welcoming group setting, participants will have the opportunity to share experiences, access valuable resources, and build meaningful connection with others navigating similar journeys. Each session offers a supportive space to explore the unique intersections of neurodivergence and LGBTQ+ identity, while providing guidance, insight, and a sense of community. Advanced registration is required.

    $180

  • Multi-Session Support Group for Parents of Adults (18-35)

    This multi-session group is designed for parents and family members of Autistic adults (18-35). This group is limited to 15 participants for caregivers to connect with one another and share information.

    Dates:

    January 13
    January 27
    February 10
    February 24
    March 10
    March 24
    April 14
    April 28

    Advanced registration is required.

    $180

  • Support Group for Women (50+)

    This 8-session support group is designed for autistic or similarly neurodivergent women over 50. Through this support group, women can build an ongoing connection with a small community of other women. Members will have an opportunity to voice their concerns and frustrations, celebrate victories, and engage in mutual support. Common topics of discussion are:

    Late diagnosis
    Masking/camouflaging
    Sensory sensitivities/overloads
    Relationships
    Self-care
    Empathy
    Executive functioning

    Dates

    January 13
    January 20
    January 27
    February 3
    February 10
    February 17
    February 24
    March 3

    Advanced registration is required.

    $100