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Spectrum Events: Connecting, Educating, and Celebrating Diversity

Support Group for Teens (15-19)

This group meets on the second Saturday of the month and is for individuals (ages 15-19) who are Autistic or who suspect they are. All AANE-facilitated support groups provide information, connection, and community where participants can share similar issues and concerns and celebrate successes. Groups are designed for the teens only – parents and other family members should not attend the groups.

$10

Table Talk Jr. for Teens ages 12-17

Jim'N Nicks Community Bar-B-Q 4574 S. Cobb Dr, Smyrna, GA

Get ready to meet and mingle with like-minded young teens (ages 12 - 17) on the spectrum. A great opportunity to be social and make new friends as you move from table to table to get to know new people. Table Talk Jr. is $25 and includes meal and a drink. TIME IS 1 PM to 3 PM. ARRIVE BY 12:45 FOR CHECK IN.

$25

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

Knitting & Needlecraft Social Group for Adults

Do you enjoy crafts such as knitting, crocheting, sewing, and embroidery? AANE has created a new online group for you! The group is available to Autistic adults regardless of skill level or diagnosis. The group will meet every second Sunday of the month on Zoom. Each meeting will have time to work on individual projects and get feedback from group members.

$10
Recurring

FSU Book Club

Please join us for a 4-week book study reading through Dr. Temple Grandin’s The Loving Push. We will be discussing the book, what skills are needed to be a successful and happy adult, and how we think about moving our children towards a sense of independence. This is geared toward parents of children ages 12 through adulthood.

Free
Recurring

Multi-Session Support Group for Late-Diagnosed Neurodiverse Adults of Color

For adults of color (21+) exploring neurodiversity later in life—whether through ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning differences (diagnosed or self-recognized).

Join our 5-week multi-session group to connect, share, and grow in a space that honors both your neurodivergence and cultural identity. Together, we’ll navigate the unique challenges of late discovery in a world not always built for us.

You’re not alone—let’s find understanding together.

$100
Recurring

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

Navigating Puberty and Developmental Disabilities Webinar

Family Matters PTIC, in partnership with Easterseals Family Support Services serving Chicago and the Greater Rockford Area, is proud to offer this specialized training designed to help families and professionals navigate the unique challenges that arise during puberty for youth with intellectual disabilities.

This interactive session provides practical tools and strategies to support youth as they experience the physical, emotional, and social changes of puberty, including:

Typical developmental milestones during puberty

How intellectual disabilities may impact a youth’s understanding and response to these changes

Tools for teaching body autonomy, personal hygiene, and healthy boundaries

Strategies for encouraging self-awareness, safety, and self-advocacy

Approaches to discussing sensitive topics like relationships and emotional regulation in a respectful, age-appropriate way

Participants will gain real-life examples, inclusive communication strategies, and access to valuable resources. This training empowers families and professionals to support youth with dignity, confidence, and compassion.

Target Audience: Parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals who support youth with intellectual disabilities.

Recurring

Social/Support Group for Trans, Non-Binary, and Gender Expansive Teens (14-19)

AANE is offering a 8-week virtual group for trans, non-binary, and gender expansive Autistic or Neurodivergent teens aged 14-19. 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

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