Support Groups & Networks
Support groups can offer information and education, peer connections, validation, shared resources, emotional support, and coping strategies for autistic individuals, their families, and caregivers. They are also great avenues for reducing stigma and fostering a positive autism self-identity for advocacy and empowerment.
ASCV In-Person Support Groups
For upcoming meetings, please see our Programs page.
- Grandparents Group
- Guys Group for Dads and Other Paternal Caregivers
- Ladies Night Out for Moms and Other Maternal Caregivers
- Coffee Talk for Moms & Maternal Caregivers
- Sibshops for siblings ages 7-13
- Caregivers of Teens
- Caregivers of Adults
ASCV Virtual Support Groups
For upcoming meetings, please see our Programs page.
- Caregivers of Young Children (Preschool & Elementary School)
- Guys Group for Dads ond Other Paternal Caregivers
- LGBTQ+ Group for Autistic Adults
- Men’s Group for Autistic Adults
- Women’s Group for Autistic Adults
- Diagnosis+ with Virginia Down Syndrome Association
Other Community Support Groups/Programs
Association for Autism & Neurodiversity (AANE)
AANE has a wide variety of support groups for autistic individuals and caregivers, offerings include but aren’t limited to a BIPOC group, Partners of Autistic Individuals, a 50+ group, and more.
- (617) 393-3824
- https://aane.org/services-programs/group-services/support-groups-community-connection/
- Virtual
The Color of Autism Foundation
Culturally Responsive Parent Training, Parent Support Group, Black Father Support Group
- 313-444-9035
- https://thecolorofautism.org/programs/
- Virtual
Exceptional Family Member Program – Fort Lee
Meets once a month; open to the public but must get security clearance to enter base.
- 804-734-6388
- http://lee.armymwr.com/programs/exceptional-family-member-program-efmp
- Fort Lee
Online Community Groups
Association for Autism & Neurodiversity (AANE)
AANE has a wide variety of online discussion forums for autistic individuals and caregivers.
- (617) 393-3824
- https://aane.org/services-programs/group-services/discussion-forums-parents-partners/
- Virtual
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