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.
- Grandparent Support Group
- Dads’ Breakfast Group
- Ladies Night Out and Morning Coffee Talk for Moms and Other 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.
- Q&A for Caregivers of Young Children
- Men’s Group for Autistic Adults
- Women’s Group for Autistic Adults
- Grupo de Apoyo
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 Gregg-Adams
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 Gregg-Adams
Held in Humanity
Identity consultation and support sessions with a disability doula for individuals and families
- 804-895-8930
- https://www.mothersandautismmeetup.org/
- [email protected]
- Chesterfield, Colonial Heights, Virtual
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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