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
| Monthly Support & Informational Meeting | |
| DAY | 3rd Tuesday of the month |
| TIME | 6:30-8:30pm |
| LOCATION | United Way Building 4699 Murphy Canyon San Diego, CA 92123 |
| DESCRIPTION | This group is open to parents, professionals, and members of the community interested in learning more about special topic areas.
Beginning in January 2008 the format will change slightly to include an opportunity to choose either Q & A with the guest speaker(s) or small group parent support for the second half of each meeting. |
| East County | |
| East County Asperger's and HFA Parent Support Group | |
| DAY | 1st Tuesday of the month |
| TIME | 6:30-8:00pm |
| LOCATION | Java Mama Cafe La Mesa, CA 91941 |
| DESCRIPTION | This support group is for parents of children with Asperger’s and high functioning autism of all ages. Speakers will be provided throughout the year to offer insights on a variety of topics. |
| North County | |
| North County Asperger's and HFA Parent Support Group | |
| DAY | 1st Monday of the month |
| TIME | 7:00-8:30pm |
| LOCATION | Carlsbad Senior Center 799 Pine Ave. Carlsbad, CA 92008 |
| DESCRIPTION | This support group is for parents of children with Asperger’s and high functioning autism of all ages. Speakers will be provided throughout the year to offer insights on a variety of topics. A lending library is available at the site for families to check out ASD-related books. |
| North County Coffee Talk | |
| DAY | 2nd Thursday of the month |
| TIME | 9:00am |
| LOCATION | Locations vary- see flyer |
| 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 | |
| Grupo de Apoyo en Español/ Spanish Support Group | |
| DAY | Segundo lunes de cada mes |
| TIME | 6:00-8:00pm |
| LOCATION | Scripps Mercy Well Being Center 237 Church Ave. Chula Vista, CA 91910 |
| 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 |