Online “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9), 10/3/23 – 1/23/24, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM ET

Event Type

Support Groups

Date

October 3, 2023

Time

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Description

This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of Autistic tweens (grades 4-9). The “closed” support group provides a guaranteed spot over a set number of sessions, which creates an opportunity to develop deeper connections and receive extensive peer support from the same group members.

Dates

October 3
October 17
November 7
November 21
December 5
December 19
January 9
January 23

Registration

Advanced registration is required. After you have registered, a confirmation email is sent with a link to attend the program. Registrants who do not receive the confirmation email should check their email spam folder. Registration closes 24 hours prior to the event. Early registration is highly recommended as many programs fill quickly.

Financial Assistance

AANE can offer participants reduced or free program registration. As long as space remains in the group, no one requesting financial aid will be turned away. To request financial aid, send an email to [email protected]. For example:

Hello,

I would like to request financial assistance for (insert full title of group).

Sincerely, (your name).

If you are able, please consider donating the cost of an additional registration to support the financial assistance of others.

Refund Policy for Social & Support Groups

AANE will refund support group or social activity registration fees in the following circumstances:

– AANE cancels a group.

– AANE reschedules a group and a registrant can no longer participate.

– If a registrant requests a refund at least 3 business days before the start date of a support group or social activity.

Event & Group Information

All groups are online unless noted

Multi-Session – register once for multiple sessions, includes “Closed” groups which have the same participants for a set number of sessions

Single Session – register for one session or event, includes “Open” groups which may have different participants joining from session to session, webinars, workshops, or special events

LOCAL [City, State] in front of the event/group name is intended for those living in the vicinity of the indicated area. If LOCAL is not indicated, the event is available to those living anywhere

Codes of Conduct

Participants at AANE events are expected to act respectfully toward other participants and group facilitators. AANE reserves the right to deny admission, ask an individual participant to leave, or remove participants from the event/program for inappropriate or disrespectful behavior. For more information see our Groups and Events FAQs page.

Technical Support

If you are new to Zoom, we suggest that you visit their Help Center before your meeting to familiarize yourself with the platform.

Disclaimer

The resources and information shared within AANE support groups are for informational and educational purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Our hope is that these resources will provide you with useful connections as you navigate your journey of discovery and connection. AANE makes no warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information shared within the group.