The Adult Autism Spectrum Friends is an activity, mutual support, advocacy, etc. community for Adults on the Autism Spectrum (18 years and older) living in Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, D.C. This group is run by an Autistic Adult, for Autistic Adults. We are an inclusive group, all Autistic diagnoses are welcome (Asperger's Syndrome, Autistic Disorder, PDD-NOS, etc.). Autism is not an illness or a disease, there is no "cure" for Autism. Being an Adult on the Autism Spectrum me …
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Do you know, support, or work with someone who is diagnosed with ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, or Autism? Have you been diagnosed with one of the A's? Our Gatherings will.... -Explore alternative health and nutrition approaches for children and adults. -Build bridges of communication with children and adults who are in this spectrum of consciousness. -Explore the inner landscape of children or adults in this spectrum of consciousness and see life from their perspective. The journey w …
The Asperger Adults of Greater Washington has more than 300 members on its listserv and between 30 and 40 members at its monthly meetings. We are run by autistics for autistics. This group is for those who: Have -- or who might have -- Asperger's, another form of autism, PDD-NOS, nonverbal learning disorder (NLD/NVLD), or semantic-pragmatic disorder (SPD); Live in DC-VA-MD; and Are at least 18. This group is not for parents, other family members, friends or others unless they meet the …
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This meetup/support group is for minority mothers who have been blessed with the honor of raising special needs kids. I have two sons, My oldest Cameron is 10 and was diagnosed with PPD-NOS in 2007 on the autism spectrum. My youngest son is 6 named Marselles and he has a rare disease called eosinophilic esphaghitis.. One day on Amazon I was ordering books on ABA therapy and I typed in Minority Parents of Special Needs Kids parenting books, nothing came up, i kept searching and again nothing ca …
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… We do whatever makes sense given the interests of the members: Grab food and have discussion Watch/talk/play sports Talk philosopy/politics Get the kids together Compare notes on special needs resources in the area and our experiences advocating for our kids Whether your kid is diagnosed with Down's Syndrome, Autism, Asperger's, Chromosome Deletions, Cerebral Palsy, is blind, deaf, has paralysis, any other special need or is currently undiagnosed, let's mold this group into what it needs t …
POCWSN = Parents of children with special needs I know many parents that are in need of support, even if it's just a shoulder to cry on. As a mom of a child with ASD and ADHD, I know the frustrations that arise on a daily basis. My goal is to find ways to support one another. I would like to establish play dates, coffee breaks, Parents night out and whatever any one else feels they need. I am not a doctor or therapist. I am just a mom looking for support and advice from other parents.
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Forming a play group for all Asperger's syndrome, high fuctioning autistic, ADHD, and sensory integration disorder children ages 5 -12. Come play with us in a non-judgemental group. Meet new friends who understand what you have been through. Bring the siblings too
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I decided to start an accessiblity meet up group to get a feel for people who may be looking for a church home or group that caters to the need of individuals with special needs. I myself have family members who are spiritual and have special needs so i know there is a need in the washington area community for this type of ministry.
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