Support Groups & Parent Carer Forums
Sometimes, when it feels as though you have been looking forever, that vital contact or piece of information crops up right under your nose. There are many support groups around the country, made up of passionate, committed parents, carers and others, who have been or are walking the same path as you, encountering the same challenges and obstacles. And some of the have found the answer you are looking for – and sometimes you will have the answer they want! Through working together, many people get the support they want – and offer much to others, just at that time of particular need.
To find the Support Group nearest to you checkout the list below. The Support Group list will continue to develop over time and your feedback is important to use so please let us know what you think using the 'Help us grow' link above.
Northern Ireland
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The Add Up Group NI have a drop-in centre in Belfast - Star Theatre Company's Muse Gallery, at 79 Botanic Avenue, Belfast.
Aspergers Family Support Group Youth Club Dublin
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Aspergers Anonymous provides regular free support group meetings and a program to practice social interactions, acceptance positive thinking
Autism Network NI
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The Charity is run by a management committee who volunteer their time to help those with Autistic spectrum disoder and their families; our experience comes from living with Autistic spectrum disorder and or caring for someone with Autistic spectrum disorder.
Autism NI
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Autism NI's Family Support team offers support to parents/carers of newly diagnosed children as well as support to families who have been living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for longer periods.
Barnardo's Forward Steps
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Support for pre-school children with autism and their families.
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