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Support Groups, Activities, and Events

for Autistic and Neurodivergent Teens & Adults
November 28, 2023
All of AANE programming is currently online (with the exception of LifeNet, local MeetUp programs, and special events listed) and registration is required. Blue text links to further information and registration pages. The following terms indicate the event’s structure and intended audience.
- “Open” programs may have different participants joining from session to session.
- “Closed” programs have the same participants for a set number of sessions.
- LOCAL [City, State] programs are intended for those living in the vicinity of the indicated area. If LOCAL is not indicated, the program is available to those living anywhere.
For programs that require a fee, financial assistance is available and no one will be turned away for the inability to pay. To inquire about financial assistance or for general inquiries, please email events@aane.org.
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AANE End-of-Year Appeal In Their Own Words |
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Webinars + Workshops |
(Free) Workshop: Introduction to Autism for Adults December 11
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Featured Event
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“Closed” Social + Support
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Registration for additional closed social/support groups will begin on a rolling basis. If you want to receive early notification when groups are forming, please fill out the form linked below based upon your age:
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Social Activities + Events
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Online “Open” Activities and Events
In-Person LOCAL “Open” Activities and Events
Registration for additional closed interest groups will begin on a rolling basis. If you want to receive early notification when groups are forming, please fill out the form linked below based upon your age:
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“Open” Connection + Support
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Community Connection Sessions
Online “Open” Support Groups
- (Free) BIPOC Adults December 4, December 11
- (Free) Adults (50+) (formerly Watertown, MA) December 4
- Men (18-30) December 5, January 9
- Women (21-35) (formerly Watertown, MA) December 5
- Adults December 7
- (Free) Gender Identity for Adults December 7
- Adults (50+) December 8
- (Free) Teens (15-19) (formerly Plainview, NY) December 9
- Adults (formerly Brentwood, NY) December 9
- Adults (formerly Westwood, MA) December 11, December 18
- Gay Men (formerly Boston, MA) December 11
- Women (formerly Florence/Northampton, MA) December 13
- Women (50+) December 18
- Women (50+) December 18
- Adults (formerly Manhattan, NY) December 19
- LGBTQIA+ Adults December 20
- Adults (formerly Danvers, MA) December 21
- Men January 23
Online LOCAL “Open” Support Groups for Adults
Neurodiverse Couples/Partners Click to join a supportive online community moderated by AANE staff
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AANE’s 2023 Virtual Daniel W. Rosenn Connections Conference Recording
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AANE’s Community Trainings
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AANE’s Community Trainings offer customized in-person and virtual training and consultation to meet the specific needs of your organization. We work with a variety of disciplines and organizations, from a one-time training session to regular programming options.
Learn more.
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Job Opportunities
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Volunteer Opportunities
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AANE is currently seeking to fill the following volunteer positions:
- (CART)/closed captioning assistance for webinars and conferences
- Help registrants log into virtual webinars and events
If you would like to apply to volunteer for any of these positions or in any other capacity, please email volunteer@aane.org and include the volunteer opportunity you would like to pursue in the subject line of your email along with a brief explanation of your interest and experience.
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AANE-NY Facebook Page Update
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The AANE – New York Facebook page will be closing on December 31, 2023 to consolidate our social media presence. We encourage any AANE – New York Facebook followers to follow us on the main page for the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity at www.facebook.com/aaneforautism or on Instagram @aaneforautism
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Interested in other upcoming events? Click below to see the upcoming events!
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Questions? Call: 617-393-3824 events@aane.org
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