Parent Support Group
For parents of children on the autism spectrum.
The focus is to bond with others going through similar situations and share ideas, information and feelings about everyday life with a challenging child. Topics may include dealing with grief; CPSE and CSE meetings; handling family, friends and school; transitioning; and finding resources. Don't underestimate the importance of networking!!!
Alternating weeks on
Thursdays at 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Fee: $250 for 10 weeks
Sibling Support Groups
For children living with a sibling on the autism spectrum.
The focus is to help adolescents learn to express their feelings about having a sibling with special needs, and to receive support from their peers by learning they are not alone in their situation or their thoughts. Topics may include: feelings of jealousy and inadequacy "why does my sibling get all the attention?"; understanding autism "why does my brother do those strange things?"; and guilt over their feelings "I'm embarrassed to have my friends come over."
Day & Time TBA
Fee: $250 for 10 weeks
4 Teens
For teenagers with social difficulties, ages 13 - 17.
This support group is to help teens learn to express their feelings about themselves; to recognize and appreciate their personal strengths and unique differences; and to receive support from their peers as they work towards self acceptance.
Day & Time TBA
Fee: $ 250 for 10 weeks
The Friendship Connection
For boys and girls with social difficulties including AD/HD, Asperger's Syndrome, Autism, and other Pervasive Developmental Disabilities.
The focus is to enhance social skills development within a recreational format. This group is modeled after a "social club" and is for those looking to meet friends and practice skills in a relaxed and friendly forum. These teens already have a basic understanding of social rules and need a supervised forum to apply these skills and receive feedback. Often their awareness of their own shortcomings is not where it needs to be. Through discussion, role-play and interactive games, the group will learn and practice conversational skills, nonverbal skills, and friendship skills. Particular "social or emotional problems" such as bullying, or dealing with anger, will be addressed depending on the needs of the group.
Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 PM, Middle School Group
Fridays, 5:15 - 6:15 PM, High School Group
Fee $400 for 10 weeks
