Support Group for Parents/Grandparents of Children Diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome/High-Functioning Autism

Offering camraderie, encouragement and hope for parents and grandparents, a support group meets monthly at Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main Street, Old Saybrook. Each month’s meeting addresses specific, timely topics. Topic-specific handouts with insights from experts are available at every meeting. There is no charge to attend; meetings are open to residents of Old Saybrook and surrounding towns. Upcoming topics: October 12 – AS and Peers: Role Playing for Social Interactions and Peer Relationships; Social Struggles with Peers November 9 – Holidays and Schedule Disruptions; Communicating about AS with Extended Family Members December 14 –Holiday Stress and Strengthening our Nuclear Family Relationships