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  • Horario De Oficina Virtual

    Recurring
    Virtual

    Reunase personalmente con un especialista en apoyo familiar de Care Parent Network y obtenga respuestas a sus preguntas

    15 minutos

    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvf-6pqzouG9NShzJ5s0jHH6rTTllk77QE

  • Virtual Office Hours in English

    Recurring
    Virtual

    English Speaking

    Meet 1:1 with a Care Parent Network Family Support Specialist and get your question answered

    Register here for a 15 minute time slot

    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrcuupqj8sGdaA6YXsQxrypGI733p_Esxy

  • Social/Game Night for Adults

    Virtual

    Description
    (formerly Springfield, MA) Socialize, and play games! This is a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and to welcome many new AANE members!

    $10

  • Multi-Session Group Music Lessons for Teens from Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education Berklee School of Music

    Recurring
    Virtual

    Description
    The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education (BIAAE) is generously offering free group music lessons to Autistic teens. Traditional instrument options include: Alto Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Trombone, Trumpet, Violin, Viola, Guitar, Piano, Voice, or Percussion. If you do not have a physical instrument, we recommend visiting your local music store to source an instrument or use a virtual instrument through Bandlab for Education platform.
    Explore and grow as independent and ensemble musicians using instruments or voice during practice and group lessons. Lessons will focus on note reading, technique, and recording as participants work to record and perform music with their peers. Participants will use Bandlab for Education (a free platform) to collaborate in an ensemble and to optionally use virtual/digital instruments. Click here to watch a video explaining how Berklee Staff will use Bandlab for Education during this interest series.
    At the end of the session, students will participate in an online ensemble performance and receive a recording. The ensemble performance will also be featured on the BIAAE and AANE websites.
    Click here to listen to “Embraceable You,” the ensemble performance of the Winter/Spring 2020 Berklee Music Lessons Interest Series.
    Important Things to Know:
    Rental instruments are not available from Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education. You have several options:
    Use your own instrument
    Use a digital instrument available from Bandlab for Education
    Rent an instrument on your own. Click here to download a list of instrument rental companies in Greater Boston and across the US.
    Students can choose to play one of those traditional instruments: Alto Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Trombone, Trumpet, or digital/virtual instruments available on Bandlab for Education
    Note that a piano keyboard interface is used for all digital/virtual instruments (other than drums). You will be able to learn how to read music and development keyboarding skills that you can use for any MIDI instrument. However, you won’t learn how to play a physical instrument.
    Technology requirements for zoom:
    a computer or tablet device
    an internet connection
    a webcam so you can see and interact with others
    audio capability and built-in or accessory microphone
    You aren’t required to install anything on your computer or tablet in order to use Zoom, but some people do find it helpful to download the zoom client. If you have never used zoom, before the interest series, we strongly suggest that you visit: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us
    Technology requirements for Bandlab for Education:
    a computer or tablet device
    an internet connection
    audio capability and built-in or accessory microphone
    Your registration confirmation email will include a zoom link to join your lessons and instructions for accessing Bandlab for Education.

  • Multi-Session Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Interest Group for Adults

    Recurring
    Virtual

    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

  • Employment Panel: Neurodivergent Professionals Reshaping the Workforce

    Virtual

    Description
    The path from securing employment to building a fulfilling career presents unique challenges for neurodivergent professionals. This groundbreaking panel brings together neurodivergent leaders who have navigated/are navigating these challenges and transformed them into opportunities for growth and innovation.

    Why This Matters
    Employment and career as a neurodivergent individual is incredibly hard, let alone attempting to sustain that employment or create a fulfilling, lifelong career. We are here to change that. Our panelists will share their journeys, strategies, and insights to empower neurodivergent professionals.

    What to Expect
    Join us for an authentic conversation that goes beyond basic employment to explore:

    – Approaches to self-advocacy and professional development
    – Real stories of career evolution and growth
    – Practical strategies for workplace navigation
    – Techniques for leveraging neurodivergent strengths
    – Methods for building sustainable, fulfilling career

    $25

  • Multi-Session Beginner Dungeons & Dragons Group for Adults

    Recurring
    Virtual

    Come learn the basics of tabletop roleplaying from an experienced Dungeon Master. During this 8 week campaign of Dungeons and Dragons using the D&D 2024 Handbook (to be released Sept 2024) you will be guided through an adventure that will introduce you to the gameplay and storytelling of the world’s most popular roleplaying game! This is a great way to get involved in a new hobby that will give you the skills and confidence to join games with more experienced players and open the doors to a huge community.

    No previous tabletop gaming experience required. Players will need to be able to use zoom, Roll 20 and D&D Beyond (websites), and install a browser extension (Beyond 20) with verbal and written directions. If you are unsure if this group is a good fit for you, or you are in need of specific accommodations, please email groups@aane.org.

    Please note that these dates are subject to fluctuation. You will have one set up 1:1 meeting with the facilitator and 7-8 group meetings of game play.

    Dates
    January 22
    January 29
    February 5
    February 12
    February 19
    February 26
    March 5
    March 12
    March 19

    $180

  • Multi-Session Support Group for Women (35-50)

    Recurring
    Virtual

    This multi-session support group is designed for Autistic women (35-50). Through this support group, women (35-50) can build an ongoing connection with a small community of other women. AANE “closed” support groups for women also give women an opportunity to voice their concerns and frustrations. It also lets them acknowledge hard-won and unexpected victories. Common topics of discussion are:

    Masking/camouflaging
    Sensory sensitivities/overloads
    Relationships
    Self-care
    Empathy
    Dates
    January 22
    January 29
    February 5
    February 12
    February 19
    February 26
    March 5
    March 12
    Masking/camouflaging
    Sensory sensitivities/overloads
    Relationships
    Self-care
    Empathy

    $100

  • Positive Behavior Support Parent Academy

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

    Each Parent Academy is provided for caregivers of children ages 3-5 years old who are motivated to learn the Positive Behavior Support process to understand, prevent, and replace persistent, challenging behaviors.

  • Virtual Playgroup

    Recurring
    Virtual

    Get ready for a fun Virtual Playgroup experience!

    During each session our early childhood experts will plan activities that encourage adult-child interactions throughout the session and beyond. All activities and experiences are based on topics that will prepare children for success in school and life.

    Children and their caregivers will engage with other participants while singing songs, reading stories, and participating in interactive activities. Walk away with tools and resources to help create quality early childhood experiences in your home!

    Click here to reserve your virtual spot!

    For more information, please email RREveryone@ccrcca.org.

  • Multi-Session Support Group for Adults

    Recurring
    Virtual

    A closed support group has the same group members (up to 12) for a set number of sessions (8). Closed support groups are ideal for adults who are looking for deeper connections and more extensive peer support from group members. For the best support group experience, closed group members should plan on attending all 8 meetings in the series. This group offers a safe environment where adults on the spectrum can talk with like-minded people, share issues and concerns, and celebrate successes. Common topics include: disclosure, self-advocacy, and relationships

    Dates
    January 30
    February 6
    February 13
    February 20
    February 27
    March 6
    March 13
    March 20

    $100

  • Multi-Session Support Group for Gender Diverse Adults

    Recurring
    Virtual

    This group is for autistic adults who are also nonbinary, trans, and/or questioning. This group is not for folks who identify with the gender they were assigned at birth (cisgender). You may enjoy this group if you feel the need or desire for community to discuss issues relating to neurodiversity and gender identity. We will both celebrate successes and support each other through difficulties. This multi-session support group meets for 8 sessions, every other week.

    $100