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

Central San Diego

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
8250 La Mesa Blvd                                                                  

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