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Spectrum Events: Connecting, Educating, and Celebrating Diversity

  • Recurring

    Autistic Adults Social Groups

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

    This group focuses on adults that are looking for a positive and safe environment to foster social development. The group meets twice a month (once at the Spectrum meetings and one social outing a month) with 1-2 adult leaders who are trained in helping people on the Autism Spectrum. Adults who have HFA/Asperger’s Syndrome and are reaching out for help and/or seeking friendships with people with similar issues and interests are welcome! For more information about this group, please contact info@spectrumautism.org.

    Members of this group need to be out of high school in order to join the group. Our current members are generally high school graduates, attend college, or are working. Those attending the outings must be able to do so with minimal supervision (1 to 10).

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    Parent Support Group – Adults on the Spectrum

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

    Parent Support Group

    Spectrum hosts monthly parent meetings the first and second Thursday of each month featuring guest speakers who share their knowledge and expertise regarding a variety of topics related to the Autism Spectrum Disorder. First Thursday of the month meetings are offered Sept-May for parents of school age children. Breakout sessions are also offered for Dads, parents of preschoolers, and in Spanish only.

    Social Skills programs are offered at the same time for children ages 5-22. Childcare is offered for those under 5. Second Thursday of the month meetings are for parents of adults out of high school and for adults on the spectrum.

    Location: Spectrum Autism Support Center, 2997 Main St., Duluth, GA 30096

    Sesiones de Familia in Spanish via ZOOM twice a month. Email Mariana to be added to the list mariana.ortiz-padilla@georgialda.org

    Paula Schirmer, provides meeting content on the first Thursday, in person, in Spanish for Spanish speakers
    Second Thursday of the month: A support group meeting for parents of adults with autism over the age of 18 who are out of high school. Social Support group is offered for adults out of high school with higher ability level or Asperger's. No childcare is offered.

  • Recurring

    Spectrum’s Friday Homeschool Social Club

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

    Spectrum's Friday Homeschool Social Club will provide a safe space for neurodiverse homeschooled individuals on the autism spectrum, with ADHD or learning differences, ages 5-18. Participants need to have independent self-help skills, and able to function with minimal supervision. They will play board games or video games, enjoy karaoke, play outdoors or watch movies with friends. The club will be supervised by professional staff that will facilitate the members to help make new friends and strengthen social skills. We will have one supervisor for this program and will ask parents to sign up to take a turn as a volunteer monitor one time and will look for 2 to 3 monitors per week per session.

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    Parents Night Out

    Cascade Hills Church 727 54th Street, Columbus, GA, United States

    The Autism Hope Center is offering a free night out for parents of children with autism, Developmental disabilities and their siblings all over the age of 3. A one time registration is required. Call or email each month to reserve a slot. Phone: 706-604-6333. Email: autismhopecenterLLP@gmail.com

    Free
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    Autism Parents Coffee Tuesday

    Autism Hope Center 2000 Hamilton Road Ste B, Columbus, GA, United States

    Join the Autism Hope Center for fellowship and resources. First and third Tuesday of every month.

    Free
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    Enrichment for Homeschoolers

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

    Spectrum's Homeschool Learning and Enrichment program offers an inclusive and welcoming space for 3rd-12th grade students who are on the autism spectrum, have ADHD, dyslexia, or other learning differences. This program is designed for children with independent self-help skills who require minimal supervision with staff ratios of 1:6.

    The group will meet on Tuesdays, 11 am to 1:30 pm Social skills development with structured peer interactions, group activities, socio-emotional strategies will be offered. We will offer enrichment activities like Arts and Crafts, Music, Gardening and Nature Activities, Executive Function Skills, STEM (task management, time management), Social Skills and Peer Interaction, Life Skills (e.g., cooking, budgeting, organization), and Career Readiness (for teens and young adults). Arts, drama, music, STEM, cooking, gardening, and life skills training. Innovative learning methods will feature activities led by specialists such as drum circle leaders, theatre professionals, Master Gardeners, and yoga instructors. Opportunities to build friendships and strengthen social skills through fun and engaging activities like playing games, outdoor play, and watching movies with peers will be provided after lunch. Students will bring their own lunch.

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    Support Group for Women (18+)

    This bi-weekly “closed” support group is designed for autistic and similarly neurodivergent adult women (18+) who are looking to build an ongoing connection with other women. The group is primarily a space to learn about and discuss neurodivergence, and to explore related topics chosen by the group. Topics may include:

    Masking/camouflaging
    Sensory Sensitivities and Sensory Overload
    Relationships
    Self Care
    Empathy

    The group is structured to encourage everyone to share and participate in the discussion, with respect for all members prioritized.

    $100
  • Recurring

    Family Empowerment Series- Starbridge

    The Family Empowerment Series is multi-session workshop part of Starbridge’s Signature Series offered each year. This series of workshops prepares families and caregivers to better advocate within the educational system for their children and to be a resource for other families of students who have disabilities in their communities.

    Free
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    Neurodiverse Partners Support Group

    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
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    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. Advanced registration is required.

    $100

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