We are Moms, Educators, and Friends that enjoy learning. Whether that's in a Public setting or at Home. If you like spending time during the day scoping out a local library or museum, meeting for coffee and storytime or even just watching how it's made than this group is probably for you! You will be able to meet other local home and public schooling families and work to build a strong support system for each other! (Our members can span to many Inland Empire cities and beyond). I have a website …

Get together with your kids (on the spectrum or NT) at various indoor playgrounds, parks, and kid-friendly spots around the San Fernando Valley!

This group was created for: Artists, designers, dancers, actors, comics, writers, musicians and that just so happen to be parents too. This is a place to: -Socialize with creative parents (some meetups can include kids, but they don't all have to). -Network! Help restart your creative career after taking time out to parent full time. -Support each others creative endeavors and parenting choices. -Encourage creativity in peers, it's so easy to stop creating when you are putting your kids first. …

Are you looking to connect with other families who have children on the autism spectrum? Do you have or know a child on the spectrum? Do you have questions? Do you have answers? Have you said "yes" to any of the above questions? This meetup is geared towards the inclusion of the entire family in meetups and playdates for not only our special needs kids, but for everyone in the family. I would like to create a community where parents can come to socialize, ask questions and get answers from o …

Amazing and Brilliant Minds...  That is what our children have.  Children on the spectrum have awesome abilities and giftings that are often overlooked and ignored.  We are standing as a body of people on the spectrum or related to people/ children on the spectrum,  believing that amazing and brilliant capabilities are more of a focus than the "disability" label so many put on us.  Many would say it is a question of weather the glass is half empty or half full, but we say the glass is completely …

Parents of children or individuals with Russell Silver coming together for support, fun times just to connect with each other. Lets learn together, share information and ask questions! Parents of children or individuals with other forms of dwarfism welcomed too. **We are parents to a baby with Russell Silver- born full term, healthy, yet really small at a bit under 3 pounds** If you have Russell Silver or another form of dwarfism and would like to share your support or knowledge with parents as …

This group is a way for people to get together, whether it is to work on manifesting their intentions on personal or professional goals, finding fun workshops for your children that promote self-esteem, socialization or mindfulness and for individuals looking to connect with others led by Carolyn Ho, LMFT who specializes in coaching and self-improvement for children and young adults.

A group of parents and adults who have autism or other disorders that have found benefit using complementary healing modalities or are exploring complementary healing and would like more information.

Working With Autism is a professional service provider for the treatment and therapy of autism spectrum disorders, ADD, ADHD, and Asperger's syndrome in Los Angeles, Santa Clarita, Ventura County, and the San Fernando Valley. Our events include educational workshops for parents and family members of all ages, professional consultation, and resources for health insurance and financial support for treatment. We are also an autism support group, bringing together families that are experiencing simi …

This is a group for parents of children, any age, who are battling mental illness. Not only is this a group to provide support; it is also a group to raise awareness for the natural remedies out there that can actually help one to overcome the disease. Have you noticed that the number of people who suffer from ADD, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar and Schizophrenia just seems to keep increasing year in, year out? And the amount of sugar, processed foods, bad quality meats seems to be increasi …

We are a support group for parents, caregivers, families, and friends of individuals diagnosed with Autism, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Together, we will gain information from educators, share resources and experiences, and learn together the challenges and victories of helping persons as they evolve and transition through life. Support meetings are held every 3rd Wednesday of each month at Riverside Medical Clinic, located at 7117 Brockton Ave, Riverside, CA 92506, in the lower level room. Ch …

This group is for support, for finding local families using diet instead of medication or who simply just don't want their families eating chemicals, synthetic additives and petroleum among other things. For some this is a choice they have made for health, for others this is not a chosen way of life but a necessity to survive. For some it is like a diabetic eating sugar, you are forced to make these changes or suffer the consequences. This group is not indorsed by the Feingold Association in any …

Welcome to Couple Helping Couples support group. This group is made up of couples with special needs kids, working together to strengthen and develop the parent's adult relationship. Maintaining, and nurturing the adult relationship is tough for any parents; keeping that adult relationship going can be more difficult and challenging for parents with special needs kids. Our meetings are about couples coming together: • To Support • Problem Solve • Build motivation • Receive Encouragement • Improv …

Want to attend activities with other parents of special needs kids & adults? Bring your child or adult to a local outing in Orange County. We will enjoy lunch or dinner, go to a movie, go bowling, meet at a park, letting the kids play, etc. At the same time, we could discuss a recent challenge, network, discover solutions to a recent behavior or situation, mentor new parents of special needs kids, or just have fun. The idea is to allow parents and special needs kids/adults to get out of the hous …

Here is your chance to connect with moms who understand how you feel because we have children just like yours! This group is open to mothers of children with developmental delays, autism (anywhere on the spectrum), ADD/ADHD or other special needs. Whether you’re new to it all, or “seen it all,” please join us! We meet on the first Friday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Coffee Table in Eagle Rock for support, sharing, networking and caffeine.

Autism in Long Beach provides Free Resources, Events, Sibling Inclusion, Group Activities, & Support for Families on the Spectrum

Are you looking for a playgroup for your child with autism? Look no further than The Shape of Behavior Los Angeles Autism Playgroup. It's a great place to work on social skills and play skills such as greeting peers and sharing. The group is open to children of all ages, though when it grows, we will organize playgroups for specific ages, interests and skill levels. Find out more about us at www.shapeofbehavior.com or call (818) 308-7548 or 1-866-437-2165 for more information.

This group is for families that have children/adults living with autism. We've started this group to bring families together by having workshops, support meetings and events for families that have children with autism and their siblings. The typical community is also welcome to our events. This will provide everyone with the opportunity to socialize and learn from one another.

We are a CA non profit committed to providing autism friendly events/play dates for children with ASD. Please go to auptimism.org for more information.

Community Autism Now provides resources and aid to families affected by Autism in Orange County. This meetup group is intended to be a place to post the events that we host and attend each year. Activities, fundraisers, announcements and more will be shared with the community. CAN is a California nonprofit organization with 501(c)3 status.

Welcome to Inland Empire Kids Outdoors! IE Kids Outdoors is a parent-driven group dedicated to connecting our kids to nearby nature and the outdoors. Our typical activities include easy walks around local nature areas, playgroups, campouts, visits to local museums, and short nature hikes. The Inland Empire offers an abundance of opportunities to explore nature, from waterfalls to wildflowers and botanical gardens to wilderness areas. We believe nature and the outdoors should be a part of every …

Inspired by my two sons, Lavelle and David to let them be boys and play . I want to encourage families to feel comfortable by being around other parents who understand the special circumstances while allowing the kids to have safe play . We meet at the park, play areas, and attend fun outings . Something wonderful about expressing your thoughts with someone who "gets it." While allowing physical fitness and community awareness, We want to unify to create ideas for more resources in Carson and ma …

Hello OC Families! Footprints Behavioral Interventions is excited to host Orange County's Playgroups for Children with Autism and Special Needs! In response to parent requests for playgroups, we are thrilled to be able to offer this opportunity once every month in which we invite you to bring your entire family to join us for a couple hours of giggles and oodles of fun! Please check out our MeetUp page to find out when and where we are meeting as our venues may vary. We encourage families with c …

Well, Travelers... I hope you like dolphins, Lasers, Lego's, Star Wars, video games, movies and many other things- because here at the Great Asperger's homeschool Group the kids have a say in what  our meetups are about! Parents, Talk to your kids and ask them what they would like to do or where they would like to meet, and post it on our suggestion board. But remember- parent supervision is required at all Meetups for the safety of our children.   See you there!!!

Welcome to Autism Playgroup of Southern California! Looking for something FUN for your child to do that allows them to interact with their peers in a community environment? Come and join us! This playgroup offers an accepting environment where our 'Autistic Angels' can have new and flourishing experiences. Support and community are everything to parents who have a child with special needs. It can be such a relief to swap stories with other parents who understand your situation and not feel like …

Mamis! ¡Mamis! Do you have a child with a disability or special needs? Do you have a child with autism? / ¿Tu hij@ tiene algún tipo de discapacidad o necesidades especiales? ¿Tu hij@ tiene autismo? We have meetings for Latina mothers to get information, resources, and support for you and your child. / Tenemos juntas para madres para conseguir informacion, recursos, y apoyo para ti y tu hij@. Last Wednesday of every month, 9:30 am / El ultimo miercoles de cada mes, 9:30am Free Food / Comida Grati …

We are a co-ed dance oriented social club for young adults with special needs. We meet at the Stampede in Temecula where we learn country western dancing from professional instructors. No worries... you don't have to know how to dance, we'll teach you!

The purpose of this group is to bring together typically developing and special needs parents who struggle with having one or more children with behavior problems. Behavior problems can range from tantrums, non-compliance, defiance, aggression, or more. The group is led by a Behavior Analyst who can provide guidance in addition to bringing parents together to provide moral support.