Association for Autism and Neurodiversity (AANE)

Website https://aane.org/

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

    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.

    Dates

    February 17
    March 3
    March 17
    March 31
    April 21
    April 28
    May 12
    May 26

    $100

  • Multi-Session Support Group for Women (40-60)

    Recurring

    This multi-session support group is designed for Autistic women (40-60) looking to build an ongoing connection with a small community of other women. This support group also gives women an opportunity to voice their concerns and frustrations and lets them acknowledge hard-won and unexpected victories. Common topics of discussion are:

    Masking/camouflaging
    Sensory sensitivities/overloads
    Relationships
    Self-care
    Empathy
    Advanced registration is required.

    $100

  • Support Group for Gender Diverse Adults

    Recurring

    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. Advanced registration is required.

    $100

  • 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

  • Support Group for LGBTQIA+ Adults

    This is an hour-long support group for Autistic LGBTQIA+ adults. It is a safe space to find community, share stories with, or gather support if needed from folks of similar experiences. This group hopes to provide support and comfort. The group is facilitated by a trans person on the spectrum. No autism (or related) diagnoses are required, nor is certainty about your queer identity. This is a space to explore all those things. It is also for all post-high school adults over 18 years old.

    $10

  • AANE’s 2026 Virtual Jody Acford Conference

    Join us for Safeguarding Supports: Navigating Benefits in Uncertain Times, AANE’s 2026 Jody Acford Conference. This impactful event is designed to discuss how changing federal policies and budget cuts may impact benefits and services for Autistic adults and their families. Learn from experts and advocates about what these changes mean, how to protect essential supports, and ways our community can work together to stay informed, resilient, and ready for what’s ahead.

    $60

  • Multi-Session Workshop – Kitchenworks: Making Delicious Food with Less Stress & Less Mess for Adults

    Join chef Ronna Welsh, founder of Purple Kale Kitchenworks and author of The Nimble Cook, for a virtual six week cooking series to learn how to organize, simplify, and enjoy everyday meals. In this series, we will:

    – Review shopping strategies and tips
    – Read and annotate recipes to make them easy to follow
    – Learn how to set up a personalized, nutritious kitchen pantry
    – Review essential, basic cooking techniques
    – See how to set up your own Chef Station
    – Learn how to turn leftovers into “look-forwards”

    Sessions will include virtual cooking demonstrations and opportunities for you to ask questions and show off what you’ve been cooking!

    Dates

    February 23
    March 2
    March 9
    March 16
    March 30

    $25

  • 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

  • Workshop – Introduction to Autism for Adults

    A presentation and discussion for Autistic adults to come and explore their understanding of autism through a neurological lens. We will discuss common misconceptions, the Autistic identity, and common Autistic traits, strengths, and challenges. This presentation is given by an Autistic adult and a Neurodivergent ally. You might enjoy this presentation and discussion if you are newly diagnosed, considering whether you may be autistic, or if you have only explored autism through a deficit lens in the past.

    Free

  • 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 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

  • Social/Game Night for Adults

    Come to socialize, and play games! This event is available to anyone and is a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and welcome many new AANE members!

    $10