Support Groups

 

The information on this page reflects ongoing groups offered by the San Diego Autism Society.  For information about other support & informational groups available in San Diego county, visit the links below:

Visit our Community Resources page to view more local support groups.

San Diego Autism Society Support Groups

 

Activity Group: Aspies & Friends

A social group for young adults
SCHEDULE & LOCATION To get the latest information about joining this group or on upcoming events, email us at info@sd-autism.org

 

DESCRIPTION

Our goal is to provide a comfortable environment where you can form lifelong friends and network. The group provides a safe, welcoming, family atmosphere to all its members, at each event. Every event is a fun, low cost activity that will bring the group together through its goal of working on existing and forming new social skills.

 

For more information please contact the group administrator, Ed Baisley, at edbaisley@hotmail.com or 619-925-5151

 

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Monthly Support for Families & Friends of Adults with ASD

DAY

2nd Tuesday of the month

November 8, December 13, 2011
January 10, February 14, 2012

 

TIME 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION

United Way Building
4699 Murphy Canyon
San Diego, CA 92123

DESCRIPTION

Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. This group offers support to families & friends of adult persons with ASD We will share resources and experiences, and learn together the challenges and victories of helping persons as they evolve and transition through life. This group is led by our Chapter President, Shirley Fett, a mother of two young men with autism.

 

AUTISM THROUGH THE LIFESPAN, in collaboration with SD City Schools

DAY

Click here for a list of the monthly topics to be covered.

October 20th, 2011
November 17, 2011
December 15, 2011
January 19, 2012
February 13, 2012
March 15, 2012
April 19, 2012
May 17, 2012

TIME 9:30 am-11am
LOCATION Ballard Parent Center in Old Town  *In Room 2

2375 Congress Street
San Diego, CA 92111

DESCRIPTION

Each meeting will feature an expert speaker, an ASA parent mentor and the opportunity to ask questions and network.The meetings are free and open to all.

Please Note – Childcare is not available
For Further Information please contact:
Grace Fantaroni at (858) 490-2770 x4116 Email: glauchmen@sandi.net

Lisa Larsson at llarson@sandi.net

 

 

North County
North County Asperger's and Autism Parent Support Group
DAY 1st Wednesday of the month
TIME 7:00-8:30pm
LOCATION

Palomar Family YMCA
1050 North Broadway
Escondido, CA

DESCRIPTION This group is open to parents, professionals, and members of the community interested in improving the lives of anyone affected by autism spectrum disorders. The focus will be on all ages and all levels of functioning.

 

North County Coffee Talk - (For dates and locations, click here)
DAY 2nd Wednesday of the month
TIME 9:30am
LOCATION Varies- check above link for locations
DESCRIPTION Calling all parents who would like to sit and chat with other parents of children with ASD.  Meet and join others over a relaxing cup of coffee.

 

 

South Bay
Spanish Support Group - (Click here for more info)
DAY

September 12, 2011

October 101, 2011

November 14, 2011

December 12, 2012

January 9, 2012

February 13, 2012

March 12, 2012

April 9, 2012

May 14, 2012

TIME 6:00-8:00pm
LOCATION New Meeting Location:
Saint Rose of Lima Parish
293 "H" Street
Chula Vista, CA 91910-4703
phone: 1-800-281-8252
Meetings to be held in the Parish Hall
DESCRIPTION  

 

South Bay
Grupo de Apoyo en Español/ Spanish Support Group - (Click here for more info)
DAY

10 de octubre

14 de noviembre

12 de diciembre

9 de enero

13 de febrero

12 de marzo

9 de abril

14 de mayo

TIME las horas de 6:00-8:00pm
LOCATION Nuevo Ubicación:
Saint Rose of Lima Parish
293 "H" Street
Chula Vista, CA 91910-4703
teléfono: (800) 281-8252
Reuniones en el salón de la parroquia
DESCRIPTION Para familias de niños y adolescentes con autismo. Un foro abierto para información, liderazgo, recursos en la comunidad, abogacía, y compañerismo. Los esperamos/ lo sentimos, no contamos con cuidado de niños.  Para información llamar al 1.800.281.8252