September 23: Upcoming NEW Parent and Teen Groups Added, Rodman Ride for Kids, AANE's Fall 2021 Virtual Daniel W. Rosenn Connections Conference, and More!

Support Groups, Workshops, and Events

for Families of Adults, Teens, and Children with Asperger's or Similar Autism Spectrum and Neurodiverse Profiles

September 23, 2021

All AANE programming is currently online (with the exception of some LifeNet programs). Blue text links to further information and registration pages. The following terms indicate the event's structure and intended audience.

"Open" programs may have different participants joining from session to session.
"Closed" programs have the same participants for a set number of sessions.
LOCAL [City, State] programs are intended for those living in the vicinity of the indicated area. If LOCAL is not indicated, the program is available to those living anywhere.

For programs that require a fee, financial assistance is available and no one will be turned away for the inability to pay. To inquire about financial assistance or for general inquiries, please email events@aane.org.

Fall 2021 Virtual Daniel W. Rosenn Connections Conference

AANE’s annual fall conference presents cutting-edge information of interest to the entire Asperger/autism community: individuals with Asperger/autism profiles, family, friends, and professionals. This two-day virtual conference event will include keynote presentations from Morénike Giwa Onaiwu and Kyle Hill, nine breakout session options, and a variety of topic-based virtual discussion groups. Read all the presenter bios here. This renowned conference provides an opportunity for the entire autism community to work together, learn, and connect.

LEARN MORE + REGISTER

Thanks to our conference sponsor!

"Closed" Support Groups

Online "Closed" Social/Support Group for Teens

Trans, Non-Binary, and Gender Expansive Teens (14-19) begins September 28

Online "Closed" Support Groups for Parents of Children/Teens/Young Adults (through age 22)

Parents of Transition Age Youth (18-22) begins October 5 (2 spots left)
Parents of High School Boys begins October 6
Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9) begins October 7
Parents of Young Children (<12) begins October 15

Online "Closed" Support Group for Parents of Adults (23+)

*NEW* LOCAL New York Parents of Adults (23+) begins November 2 (3 spots left)

Registration for additional closed support groups will begin on a rolling basis. If you want to receive early notification when groups are forming, please fill out the form linked below based upon your child's age:

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Workshops + Webinars

Info Session: LOCAL NY Metro LifeNet Independent Living Support Program September 29

*NEW* Webinar: Medication Management for Children/Teens/Adults with Asperger's/Autism October 5

Info Session: LifeMAP One-to-One Coaching Program October 21

Workshop: Asperger’s/Autism 101 for Parents of Newly Diagnosed Children/Teens/Young Adults (through age 22) October 28

Recording: Preparing for College - A Panel of Students and Graduates available for purchase.

Help for Parents + Families

You are one click away from all information, practical guidance, support, and connection you need. AANE is available via email, phone, and video conference, and has extended availability during evening hours. Reach us through the Contact Us page or schedule a free information and resource call, available for parents of children and teens , parents of adults , and spouses/partners in neurodiverse relationships.

To view the current groups, activities, and events for adults and teens, please click the button below.

PROGRAMS + EVENTS FOR ADULTS + TEENS

Connection + Support

FREE Online "Open" Community Connections Sessions

Parents of Adults (23+) October 6
Parents of Children/Teens/Young Adults (through age 22) October 14

FREE Online "Open" Support Groups

Families of Adults (formerly Greater Hudson Valley, NY) September 26
Fathers of Individuals on the Spectrum September 29
Latinx Parents of Children and Teens October 5
Families of Individuals on the Spectrum (formerly Manhattan, NY) October 5
Parents of Adults (formerly Providence, RI) October 20
Spouses/Partners of Adults November 9

FREE Online "Open" Social Events

Knitting and Needlecraft Social Group October 10

FREE Online "Open" Discussion Forums

FREE ONLINE PROGRAMMING

Neurodiverse Couples/Partners

FREE Spouse/Partner in a Neurodiverse Relationship Online Forum
FREE Co-Parenting with an Ex-Spouse/Partner with Asperger's Online Forum
Couples/Partners Social + Support Groups
101 for Couples A Self-Paced, Online Course for Neurodiverse Couples

ALL SUPPORT GROUPS + ONLINE FORUMS

AANE's LifeMAP

Trouble staying organized or having difficulty with other life skills? AANE’s LifeMAP coaches can help adults and older teens with Asperger/autism profiles develop crucial executive functioning skills, which can increase self-awareness, reduce the likelihood of feeling overwhelmed, and strengthen the ability to live independently. Learn more!

Scholarship Fund for the United States

The Daniel Braun Scholarship Fund for Adults

Thanks to the generous support of the Daniel Braun Scholarship Fund for Adults, AANE is pleased to provide financial assistance for a limited number of adults who need help paying for services. Learn more.