We have a three year old boy with autism. The past one year has been very emotional and eventful. As parents of autistic children, we struggle with the same things: therapy, school, social interaction, life balance, stress coping, etc. Let's have a meetup group so the kids can play together and the parents can share. We are looking forward to meeting with you and your precious little one.

This group is built around support groups for adults with Aspergers, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder- NOS, nonverbal learning disabilities and other similar learning disabilities. In addition to support groups in Chicago and Evanston, this site will also feature other support groups and social opportunities for adults on the autism spectrum in Chicago and its suburbs. I welcome relatives, professionals, and other friends of adults on the autism spectrum to join this site in hopes that …

Meet local Parents of Children with Special Needs, regardless of diagnosis. Gather for support and advice. Find out that there are non-medical alternatives to helping your children.

Kaitlin's Hideout is a play center for children with autism and other special needs.  We are also a social, resource and support center for parents and caregivers.   We are dedicated to helping families in any way we possibly can.  We encourage families to socialize here, support one another and share resources.   Anyone who is looking for personnel "face to face" support and socialization is strongly encouraged to join. Many of us find it difficult to meet people going through what we are, and …

The Special Moms group helps support, understand and educate members of the families with children of special needs such as Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD/NOS), and Autism, ADD, speech and language delays.  We are a group of stay-at-home, work-from-home, part-time and full-time working moms, teachers, therapist, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins that live in or near Elburn.  T …

This is a therapist run, parent support group for children with asperger's syndrome. This is a safe enviornment to learn, connect, find support.   IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT YOUR PRIVACY:  By joining this meetup group, you understand that information you have on your profile, including photo's will be viewable by other members of this group.  If you are interested in joining this support group, but are concerned about your privacy, please feel free to contact Eric.  

Assistive / Educational Technology training sessions [Please note that you need to sign up for each individual training session you are interested in.] I will be providing training and information sessions for parents, educators and all who are interested in how technology can help children with learning and participation. I have worked as an occupational therapist and assistive technology consultant for 24 years. There have been some very significant developments in the assistive technology …

This is a unique Homeschooling group for moms and dads who have been frustrated with the school systems and decided to take control of their child's education. Through my own frustrations, I have realized that UNCONDITIONAL LOVE, ACCEPTANCE and BELEIF is what lacked through the school system and it was just this formula in which in my child needed to grow and succeed.  I didn't need my child 'fixed' because he was not broken, but gifted! When the teachers and school spent more time pointing out …

Based on the Book All Children Flourishing; it is parenting guide for all children but developed for children with ADD/ADHD, Sensory Integration, Twice Exceptional, Gifted, High Intensity, Highly Sensitive, Spectrum/Autistic qualities, Anxiety/Depression, School Refusal, Homeschooler, Educators and Therapists

The purpose of the group is to provide support for parents whose kids have multiple needs and many acronyms (PDD, ADHD, NVLD, SID, ASD, CAP disorders, etc.!) Parents like me, whose children need multiple therapies, appointments, school accommodations. It is exhausting, overwhelming, and way too isolating. Break out of your isolation and meet others who understand what it's like to live a life with a Spectrum kid, attend a meet up! I hope we can share resources and support, and have a little …

Kids Communicate is a group for kids (Grades 3 - 7) who have Aspergers, or high functioning autism. The group is also for children who have challenges with verbal and/or written communication, but good intelligence. The group will focus on written/verbal communication and social interaction/social skills. (FREE / NO COST!) (See below for meeting dates and times). My daughter is going into 4th grade (June 2009) and has Aspergers. I wanted a group like this for her, so decided to …

This group is open to Parents of children, Soaring Eagles, who attend this special education private school.  Finding a private school for our special needs son has finally made us feel accepted. Our son has developed his first friendships and we have enjoyed connecting with the other parents. Considering we live in different areas, connecting with other Soaring Eagle families has been challenging.  It has been more difficult to share information and plan play dates to further develop friendshi …

The New Children The children of the new millennium are here with abundant and amazing gifts. When not embraced by their peers and society at-large, the journey of both child and their family can be scary, isolating and confusing.  Come connect with others, find answers and support for your phenomenal child, and realize you are not alone.   Indigo, Crystal, Rainbow, Star Children and the Children of Now are just a few accurate terms used to describe these incredible youth; however, we as a socie …

Pathways Connect is a group of wellness minded parents that are interested in a more holistic approach to raising their children. The group meets quarterly for a discussion that is based on information from the Pathways Magazine. The group is facilitated by Dr. Derek Kasten. Dr. Tony Ebel and a guest speaker will present and answer questions at each discussion group. The discussion groups are held in the evening and we ask that kids not be present. Find us on facebook at Pathways Connect Crystal …

… He specializes in working with individuals and families living with ADD, autism spectrum disorders, and other related disorders. We hold monthly support group meetings for anyone living with AD/HD and/or caregivers, spouses/partners, educators, professionals, etc. looking for information, education, and understanding. Meetings are Free.  Many additional perks are included with paid memberships.   Sign up for the Northern Illinois CHADD Newsletter    Join the FREE Email Mailing List For Email …

By organizing a group and consistently communicating our needs to the administration, we can effect positive change in our schools.