Association for Autism and Neurodiversity (AANE)

Website https://aane.org/

Events from this organizer

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  • Social/Game Night for Adults

    Socialize, and play games! This is a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and to welcome many new AANE members!

    $10

  • Support Group – Employment 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 on the topic of employment. Whether you’re currently working, looking for a job or recuperating from burn out, this group is a chance to receive support, share what works for you and learn from each other, on all things related to employment.

    $10

  • Team Trivia Night for Adults

    Please join us for a virtual trivia event. We will be playing trivia together by joining a live virtual event outside of AANE. We have historically done very well and no matter what, we have a good time.

    $10

  • Support Group for Adults

    This single-session group meets on the first Saturday of each month and is for post-high school adults who are Autistic or who suspect they are Autistic. Formerly known as the Portland Maine Support Group for Adults, this group meets online and adults anywhere are welcome to attend.

    Free

  • 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

  • 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 Women (18-35)

    This multi-session support group is for women and femme people (18-35) who are on the autism spectrum. Through this a multi-session support group, members can build an ongoing connection with a small community. AANE multi-session 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

    *Please note that these meetings will not be recorded.
    Dates

    October 13
    October 20
    October 27
    November 3
    November 10
    November 17
    December 1
    December 8

    $100

  • Multi-Session Workshop & Research Opportunity – ALIVE & THRIVE for LGBTQIA+ Adults

    ALIVE & THRIVE is a two part online workshop and research opportunity for LGBTQIA+ Autistic adults. One part is an 8 week curriculum based workshop and the other part is an 8 week support group experience. (Participation in the research is optional). There is a three month break between the parts. Registration includes both parts (16 weeks.)

    ALIVE & THRIVE is rooted in a neurodiversity embracing perspective and is facilitated by an autistic adult and a non-autistic adult who work together. The curriculum provides education about the science of LGBTQIA+ mental health, community building, and more. Topics of discussion will include:

    -Creating Goals
    -Science of minority stress
    -Countering shame and guilt
    -Meaning and purpose
    -Building self-compassion
    -Positive coping in today’s world
    -Science of pride and affirmation
    -Holistic self-care
    -Managing rejection expectations
    -Healthy relationships and boundaries
    -Building a future worth living for

    ALIVE & THRIVE offers a safe and affirming envirnoment for Autistic adults to talk with like minded people, share issues and concerns and celebrate successes It also provides opportunities for participants to build ongoing connections with a small LGBTQIA+ community’

    Facilitators will schedule and introductory meeting with each registrant to confirm participation in the workshop.

    Registrants may choose to participate in a paid research study to evaluate if ALIVE & THRIVE is helpful.

    *Please note that these meetings will not be recorded.
    Dates

    October 14
    October 21
    October 28
    November 4
    November 11
    November 18
    December 2
    December 9
    March 17
    March 24
    March 31
    April 7
    April 14
    April 28
    May 5
    May 12

    $50

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

    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 multi-session 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

    *Please note that these meetings will not be recorded.
    Dates

    October 14
    October 21
    October 28
    November 4
    November 18
    December 2
    December 9
    December 16

    $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