23 Meetup Groups match “Autism” near Huntingdon Valley, PA
Hello all, My name is Daniel Szyper. I have been the organizer of this group since June 2009. I diagnosed myself with Asperger Syndrome in 1997 and had it clinically confirmed in 1998. I started an adult Asperger's Syndrome support group in Phoenix, AZ in 2002 that thrives to this day. In April of 2008 I moved back to NJ after a nine-year absence, and began attending meetings of the Princeton Asperger Syndrome Meetup, which David Boticelli, the previous organizer of this group, had just started …
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Meet families in your local area who are affected by Asperger Syndrome and similar diagnoses (HFA, PDD, etc.) for social outings for kids and teens. To find out about ASCEND Group, go to http://www.ascendgroup.org .
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This meetup, for some, will provide a safe space to begin the journey in understanding how children with special needs change our lives - and for others, it will provide a place for advancing our knowledge as we continue our journey along side the special people in our lives. Meetings will explore: special education law, parental/custodial advocacy, networking for change, networking for support, parental insight into diagnoses, special education services and placement in public schools (FAPE), …
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Stand Up Paddle-boarding (SUP) referred to as "hu hoe hee' nalu" where it originated in Polynesia mixes the traditionaPolynesian outrigger canoe paddling with surfing. The result of this wonderful combination is a water sport that is easy for anyone to do. It is grown to be a year-round-global-water-sport largely due to pioneers Laird Hamilton (HI), Dave Kalama (HI) and Brody Welte (CA). Stand Up Paddle-boarding is the latest fitness sensation and fastest growing water-sport across the globe. SU …
Want to meet other college students who are aspies? Offer mutual support, share ideas and experiences. Mentor others/get a mentor- hang out. College students ( taking one or more courses on a campus or on-line) who have a diagnosis or suspect that they maybe on the spectrum) and want to connect with others for support, social contact or information. Not on the spectrum? Have ADD,NLD, LD? Parent or family member who wants information and support? Welcome.
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Life on the Spectrum is a mix of emotions and experiences for families living with Autism, Aspergers, ADD/ADHD, NonVerbal Learning Disorders, etc. Here at Spectrum Life we offer support to caregivers from a holistic perspective. The best care for our children and loved ones starts with taking good care of ourselves. We explore topics from the emotional, spiritual, educational and real life dimensions. Join us and find comfort, courage and empowerment as we journey this path of the Spectrum Life.
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Advocating for Speical Kidz is a new meet-up group aimed to provide a forum for caregivers of children with speical needs to learn from and support one another as we provide enriching opportunities for our children. We will meet on a regular basis to provide various topics of concern, guest speakers, social events and resources. Everyone has an unique experience that we can each learn from and build upon. Come join us.
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Social Group for Kids with Asperger and PDD -Autism Spectrum- Would you like your child or teen with High Functioning Autism be part of a fun, engaging and no pressure group of friends? This group is for you! Our group provides frequent opportunities for CHILDREN OF ALL AGES with Asperger Syndrome and PDD-NOS and their siblings to socialize in a relaxing fun way without fear of rejection. We know our children with ASD need opportunities to have fun and enjoy, and practice their social skills. We …
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This is a support and social group for Autistics and Aspergians themselves. THIS IS NOT A PARENT GROUP!!! Autistics who need assistance getting to a meeting by a parent will not be turned away.
Support group for special needs families to share life experience community events and experience.
MyGOAL Autism exists to support Individuals and Families with Autism. We host family and Siblings support groups, Stress management programs, and Educational Conferences. Our mission is to restore hope through education and empowerment. If you are parent, caregiver or an individual with autism or a professional, you are invited to join us.
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I have created this group to provide Socialization an Play dates for Tweens and Young Teens
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Young Adult Aspergers is a lifestyle. Are you out of school with no more support? Looking for friends that "get" you? Looking for a group that is consistently there for you? Well, this is the place! Friends, family, and supporters are also welcome! As of December 2012, Heather and Stu have stepped down as organizers and Elbert will be taking their place. The AAS Meet-Up will continue to be available to foster social events to bring members together. We encourage all members to suggest and le …
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SPANNER is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for young people with developmental disabilities. With the addition of mentors, every club member has a chance to grow socially. SPANNER is an acronym that loosely stands for: Special Population Achieving Normalcy Through Education and Recreation
We provide free social activities for children and adolescents diagnosed with autism spectrum, including Aspergers syndrome and pervasive developmental disability. All individuals must be accompanied by a parent, therapist or adult caregiver. This group provides an opportunity for individuals to participate in social activities planned specifically for them.
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This is a meet up group to provide face-to-face socialization for people with Aspergers in a relaxed community environment
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This group is for all of those amazing, determined, and strong parents out there who are raising a child with Aspergers. Parents who may not know where to turn. What to do. Who to believe. Who to even "ASK". I've spent the past 9 years fighting to help my son get the services and education he needs and deserves. Fighting to give him a voice when it felt as if no one out there was listening. Fighting to ensure his needs were met and he was thriving as a child on the spectrum, and as a human being …
We are a family support group that is looking to help families who have a child or children with autism, PDD-NOS, and/or sensory processing disorder so that we can support, connect, and learn from one another. We are housed in Plymouth Meeting and are looking to meet with other parents in the Plymouth Meeting area. This group was started by two parents who, upon learning that their 3 year-old had autism, searched for a support group. To their dismay they were unable to find one that focused o …
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Looking for other parents who have children who may be struggling with social skills or other issues such as adhd, aspergers, pdd, mood disorder or anything similar. I would like to get our kids together for playdates such as Lego groups, crafts, going to meet ups at museums, parks & other fun events. I think it would also be helpful for us parents to share some of our experiences/struggles & to learn from one another. This group is for children between the ages of 8-12.
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Girls /Women 18+ years old with intellectual disabilities /special needs who are interested in making friend, sharing craft ideas; cooking; recipes; shopping; or various outings, just getting together like girlfriends do.
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This somewhere we can talk and confide in each other!! You have questions, advice or even need to vent here is the place to do it. I would love to get together at least once a month so we can discuss and vent!!! I have looked high and low for a group in my area and I cant seem to find one!! So here I am screaming for help so I created my own group!!! Lets all help each other!!
Get-togethers and varied activities for young adults 17-27 with Asperger's and other issues. We meet regularly and have formed many friendships. Parents are involved and support each other, but the young adults help create the activities and do things on their own. Socializing in homes, dining out, movies, dances, swim parties, gaming, hiking, trips and many other activities have been successful. The group has been in existence nearly three years and is thriving. We welcome new members and new i …
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This group is a place where families of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Delaware can schedule playdates. A place for both children with ASD and their siblings can get together and be "off the clock" together. Playdates will be both structured and unstructured and may include outings to public places (zoo, parks, farms, beach, firehouse, etc) as well as group play at private homes. As a group we will try to organize this by age group and location. This is our group so let's make the mos …
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