Support Groups: Self Advocates (14-21 Years)

Asperger Experts is based out of Seattle, Washington and is a group that enlivens, empowers and educates people with Asperger’s, their families, and the communities in which they live. It is staffed by parents, people with Asperger’s, and professionals dedicated to serving and assisting others through sharing knowledge and building communities.

The core of their work focuses on planning, producing and distributing highly transformational courses, as well as creating and managing online communities for people with Asperger’s and their parents.

This organization helps individuals on the autism spectrum with social groups and provides coaching for employment, independent living and other teen and adult related needs (ages 14+).

A monthly Asperger’s Adult Support group is available for adults with Asperger’s to socialize and discuss pertinent issues in their lives. Meetings are held at the Rocky River library and Beachwood library. The group also organizes occasional social events. They also host a monthly mindfulness event for individuals with autism. Each event will take place at a different location. Reservations are required to attend.

In addition, Autism Personal Coach offers a PARENT support group, dates and topics vary. Reservations are required to attend.

Visit the ASPIES website or search our Event Calendar for upcoming meeting dates.

Support network website that offers information, a blog, social network opportunities and online support for women with autism and their families.

Assessment Services
Their assessments follow a collaborative model where clients and providers work closely together to determine the nature of the problem and how to assess it. We offer a wide array of evaluation and assessment services for children, adolescents, and adults. Evaluations currently offered may vary based on provider availability.

Autism Support Group
The autism support group is dedicated to offering support for individuals who are 18 or older and have high-functioning autism.

Counseling Services
Services are available for a variety of conditions and concerns.

The SALT program assists families of children with disabilities in Warren, Greene, Montgomery, Darke, Miami, and Preble counties to connect with resources, services, agencies and/or other information. They invite representatives to speak on topics such as Social Security, DD or OOD Services, Waivers, Camps, Legal issues, and guardianship. Each month provides a new topic, and an opportunity to ask the representative questions directly. Transition youth activities are part of the program.

Montgomery, Greene, Warren Counties: https://www.facebook.com/SALTMontgomeryGreeneWarrenDD
Darke, Miami, Preble Counties: https://www.facebook.com/SALTDarkeMiamiPrebleDD