This is a therapist run, parent support group for children with asperger's syndrome. This is a safe enviornment to learn, connect, find support. IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT YOUR PRIVACY:  By joining this meetup group, you understand that information you have on your profile, including photo's will be viewable by other members of this group.  If you are interested in joining this support group, but are concerned about your privacy, please feel free to contact Eric.

This group is for fathers of children with Aspergers Syndrome (and PDD-NOS) to get together and share the unique experience of being a father of a child with AS, and to arrange recreational activities for the kids too. The reason this is designed for fathers specifically is that almost all of the support groups I have seen on this topic are for mothers, or are dominated by mothers. Parenting AS affects men in a unique way, and Aspie kids need male presence that meets their needs too.

I will be starting a group for fathers of children with Sensory Processing Disorder, Autism, Aspergers and any other related condition. We can meet once a month, twice a month. Leep Forward has generously donated their space for our meetings. I look forward to meeting more people who are either in the beginning of their journey to help their children, or years-in who can share their challenges and successes.

This is a play/support group for parents who have children with sensory issues,autism, aspergers, etc. I have found that it can be tough going through this as a parent and very confusing. I would love to meet other parents going through the same thing and give the kids a playgroup with buddies that are like them. This is a very laid back group, we do not judge or force any kind of advice on eachother, this is a place for comfort, play and new friendships.

Greetings Parents of kids with Autism, Asperger's ADD/ADHD, and other related differences, Are you looking for a way to help your child improve their social skills? Does your child get stuck on one topic? Does your child have huge meltdowns over not-so-huge problems? Would you like to see your child be a little more flexible? If you answered yes, have you heard about Superflex(TM) or Social Thinking(R)? Social Thinking(R) is an exciting and innovative approach helping kids develop “socia …

Adults With Asperger, Real Empowerment (AWARE) is a non-clinical/non-medical support group for adults (over 22) who are medically or self-diagnosed with Asperger or High-functioning Autism. This group was started because of a lack of community based support for socially functioning adults who would benefit from conversing with other adults in a similar situation. If you are interested in a loosely structured outing to build a support network, join us and get ready for your first meetup.

Welcome to CASPAN, the Chicago Autism SPectrum Adult (and Teen) Network! Meet with local teens, young adults and adults affected by Asperger's, autism, PDD-NOS, and related autistic spectrum and pervasive developmental issues. Both formally and self-diagnosed people attend regularly. We have several different groups around the Chicago area. We currently list support groups that meet in Barrington, Palos Hills, Naperville, Palatine, and downtown Chicago. We additionally have groups just for Women …

Is your partner extremely logical, literal and/or routine-based? Does s/he have engrossing hobbies and flashes of focused brilliance and insight, but difficulties navigating social situations? These are some of the most common expressions of Aspergers. Whether he/she is formally diagnosed with Asperger's or not, forming a partnership with an individual who displays these traits can be challenging for a non-Aspie (neurotypical) partner. I started this group because I was looking for support for p …

This group is for helping young adult aspies/Autism Spectrum Disorders connect with the real world. Kail wanted to start this group to get out of himself and to find others to connect with. We would like others to join us for these social-networking sessions. We are starting this group in because the closest group to us was in Wauwatosa/Milwaukee and we really enjoyed it so we thought we would start one on the Wisconsin/Illinois border which is easy access off of I-94..

Lake County and NWI Autism Allies is a social group specifically for teens and twenties individuals with Asperger's Syndrome or Autism Spectrum issues in the greater Lake County, Indiana area. We plan to meet once a month (or more) to participate in a variety of social activities such as movies, skating, bowling, miniature golf, hiking, biking, etc.

Kids Communicate is a group for kids (Grades 3 - 7) who have Aspergers, or high functioning autism. The group is also for children who have challenges with verbal and/or written communication, but good intelligence. The group will focus on written/verbal communication and social interaction/social skills. (FREE / NO COST!) (See below for meeting dates and times). My daughter is going into 4th grade (June 2009) and has Aspergers. I wanted a group like this for her, so decided to start th …

This is a group for people with Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, or other disorders on the spectrum (and those who love them) to get together, chat, build friendships, and support each other. Please join us in making South East Wisconsin an even friendlier place for those on the spectrum!

Meet local Parents of Children with Special Needs, regardless of diagnosis. Gather for support and advice. Find out that there are non-medical alternatives to helping your children.

ASAN-Chicago brings together young adults and adults who are anywhere on the autistic spectrum-- and their friends-- to share ideas, to give advice and support, and to create a learning environment for self advocacy.  ASAN-Chicago is a group whose membership is open to people on the autistic spectrum who are 18+ (younger teens are also welcomed on a case-by-case basis) and are either medically or self-diagnosed. Cross-disability and other non-autistic allies are more than welcome to join us as l …

The Northern Illinois center for Autism (NICA) is a 501c3 non profit organization that was developed by parents, guided by professionals and has grown over these past 5 years into an organization that has a networking membership of over 575 contacts. Serving well over 1,250 people annually, NICA continues to grow and assist people with autism, their family members and those in the community who support them.

Autism for Educators: Putting the puzzle together. We are a group of teachers that work with students who are on the autism spectrum. The purposes of events are to connect teachers, brainstorm solutions, make friends and have fun. We have a couple of simple rules: We are a group focused on consistancy, so "no shows" and participation is expected.

ASPiE is a group for college students with ASD! We are looking for new members, which is why we started this meetup group. Please join us -- we would love to meet you! ASPiE is a peer support group geared toward college students with ASD. The group includes all students from colleges and universities in the Chicago area. Those who attend will have opportunities to meet students with similar interests, discuss college life in a supportive environment, hear about topics of interest (relationships, …