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Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps 6:30 pm
Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps @ Women and Family Life Center
Dec 1 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
The weekly Parent Chat Groups are presented by KIDSTEPS Family and Children’s Center and the CT Family Support Network – South Central Region. A friendly place to meet other parents who have children with special needs. Call or e-mail for
West Hartford, CT: Sibling Support Group (ages 10-13) 7:00 pm
West Hartford, CT: Sibling Support Group (ages 10-13) @ Jewish Family Services
Dec 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Run by Jewish Family Services. For children ages 10-13 who have sibling with a special need. Please contact [email protected] more information and registration.
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New London, CT: Southeast Region – CT Family Support Network 6:00 pm
New London, CT: Southeast Region – CT Family Support Network @ Lawrence and Memorial Hospital
Dec 2 @ 6:00 pm
 
Waterbury, CT: Children’s Therapy Services Parent Networking Support Group 6:00 pm
Waterbury, CT: Children’s Therapy Services Parent Networking Support Group @ Children's Therapy Services
Dec 2 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
For parents of children with any disability or special health need. Childcare available with advanced request. For more information contact Cindy Jackson at 203-271-3288 or [email protected] or Tracey Blackman at [email protected]
West Haven, CT: Autism Family Support Group 6:30 pm
West Haven, CT: Autism Family Support Group @ Johnson Community Center (upper level)
Dec 2 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Sponsored by the West Haven Interagency Network for Children. Please contact either Janet Booth or Randy Brown at 203-937-3760 for information and to reserve a space. Child care available.
Fairfield, CT: Parent Support Group 7:00 pm
Fairfield, CT: Parent Support Group @ Fairfield Woods Middle School
Dec 2 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Parent support group sponsored by The Pilot House and facilitated by Laurel Carey, Psychologist. Please contact [email protected] for information and registration.
West Hartford, CT: High Functioning Autism and Developmental Delays Support Group 7:00 pm
West Hartford, CT: High Functioning Autism and Developmental Delays Support Group @ Family Resource and Development Center
Dec 2 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
This group is run by the Family Resources and Development Center in West Hartford. The group is for parents, other adult family members as well as caregivers who are in need of support due the unique demands of helping to
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Newington, CT: Play for All! 10:30 am
Newington, CT: Play for All! @ Lucy Robbins Wells Library
Dec 5 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
A playgroup for chidlren of all abilities. Special needs playgroup gives parents an opportunity to talk, support and encourage each other, while allowing the children time to play and socialize. Sponsored by UNICO. Please note: This group also meets on
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Naugatuck, CT: Autism Spectrum Caregiver Support Group 6:00 pm
Naugatuck, CT: Autism Spectrum Caregiver Support Group @ Naugatuck YMCA
Dec 7 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Please call to register and for information on dates of meetings.
Enfield, CT: Enfield Autism Support Group 6:15 pm
Enfield, CT: Enfield Autism Support Group @ Enfield Child Development Center
Dec 7 @ 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm
 
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Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps 6:30 pm
Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps @ Women and Family Life Center
Dec 8 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
The weekly Parent Chat Groups are presented by KIDSTEPS Family and Children’s Center and the CT Family Support Network – South Central Region. A friendly place to meet other parents who have children with special needs. Call or e-mail for
Hartford, CT: Not So Typical Support Group 6:30 pm
Hartford, CT: Not So Typical Support Group @ Hartford Public Library, Bank of America Room
Dec 8 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
This group focuses on the well being of parents and caregivers of children with autism. The group is based on the principle that being the parent of a child on the autism spectrum requires new perspectives and that in order
Plainfield, CT: Plainfield Support Group 6:30 pm
Plainfield, CT: Plainfield Support Group @ Lighthouse Church
Dec 8 @ 6:30 pm
Plainfield support group for anyone raising a child/chidren with special needs. You don’t have to live in Plainfield, all are welcome. Meetings are a mix of speakers and networking.
Groton, CT: Groton Area Autism Support Group 7:00 pm
Groton, CT: Groton Area Autism Support Group @ Groton Public Library
Dec 8 @ 7:00 pm
This is an informal support group.
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Clinton, CT: Grandparent Raising Grandchildren Support Group 6:30 pm
Clinton, CT: Grandparent Raising Grandchildren Support Group @ Henry Carter Hull Library
Dec 9 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
The goal of this group is to foster connection and support, promote self-care and provide resources to reduce stressors for grandparents raising grandchildren with behavioral and emotional needs. Sponsored by the Valley Shore Collaborative. Child care available upon request. PLEASE
Bethel, CT: Danbury Area Autism Spectrum Parent Support Group 7:00 pm
Bethel, CT: Danbury Area Autism Spectrum Parent Support Group @ Walnut Hill Community Church
Dec 9 @ 7:00 pm
Support group for parents and caregivers of youth with autism spectrum disorders.
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Glastonbury, CT: East of the River Parent Networking Group 6:30 pm
Glastonbury, CT: East of the River Parent Networking Group @ Center for Children with Special Needs (CCSN)
Dec 10 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
For parents or caregivers of young children, tweens and teens with ASD.
Winsted, CT: Parent Support Group 6:30 pm
Winsted, CT: Parent Support Group @ Northwest CT Community College
Dec 10 @ 6:30 pm
Sponsored by LACASA.
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Bethel, CT: Padres Unidos Abriendo Puertas 3:00 pm
Bethel, CT: Padres Unidos Abriendo Puertas @ Walnut Hill Community Church
Dec 13 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
PLEASE NOTE: This is a support Group for Spanish speaking parents of children on the autism spectrum.
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Killingly, CT: Autism Support Group 6:00 pm
Killingly, CT: Autism Support Group @ Nia Connecticut
Dec 14 @ 6:00 pm
Our goal is to reach out to families and heal while supporting each other. We need to connect families with autism together and to promote more autism awareness. Children are welcome to attend.
West Haven, CT: West Haven Local System of Care – Parent Support Group 6:30 pm
West Haven, CT: West Haven Local System of Care – Parent Support Group @ West Haven City Hall
Dec 14 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
The West Haven Local System of Care Parent Support Group invites parents, grandparents, caregivers and friends of children with special needs to join them at parent support groups meetings held on the second monday of every month. Child care is
Easton, CT: Parents of Young Adults/Older Teens with an ASD 7:00 pm
Easton, CT: Parents of Young Adults/Older Teens with an ASD
Dec 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The mission of this support group is to provide information and support to parents who have raised a child on the autism spectrum and are anticipating or working toward assisting him or her with the transitions to high school, college,
Manchester, CT: East of the River Support Group 7:00 pm
Manchester, CT: East of the River Support Group @ Manchester Memorial Hospital
Dec 14 @ 7:00 pm
Parent support group for parents, caregvers, grandparents and family members of children with autism.
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Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps 6:30 pm
Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps @ Women and Family Life Center
Dec 15 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
The weekly Parent Chat Groups are presented by KIDSTEPS Family and Children’s Center and the CT Family Support Network – South Central Region. A friendly place to meet other parents who have children with special needs. Call or e-mail for
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Hartford, CT: Peer Parent Support Group for those with Children on the Autism Spectrum 6:00 pm
Hartford, CT: Peer Parent Support Group for those with Children on the Autism Spectrum @ Institute of Living,Massachusetts Cottage 1st Floor Group, Room
Dec 16 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Facilitated by Goviana Morales, Family Resource Center Peer Volunteer and parent of a child with ASD.
Willington, CT: Success SEPTO 6:30 pm
Willington, CT: Success SEPTO @ Willington Public Library
Dec 16 @ 6:30 pm
The mission of Success SEPTO is to work within local communities to encourage school districts, legislators and families to work together. The organization strives to understand, support and enhance education, and provide greater opportunities for children with special needs. The
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New Britain, CT: Welcome to My World – Autism 6:00 pm
New Britain, CT: Welcome to My World – Autism @ Pulaski Middle School Media Center
Dec 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Welcome to My World – Autism is a support group for families of children with autism. The group provides information on social/emotional issues and recreation needs for families. They meet monthly during the school year.
Deep River, CT: AIM – Advocate Inspired Motivation 6:30 pm
Deep River, CT: AIM – Advocate Inspired Motivation @ Tri Town Family Services Bureau
Dec 17 @ 6:30 pm
AIM is a special needs informational support group which helps families navigate the road ahead. They welcome all special needs families and specialize in ASD. AIM’s mission is to support parents in creating positive outcomes for families by getting involved.
West Hartford, CT: Sibling Support Group (Ages 7-10) 6:30 pm
West Hartford, CT: Sibling Support Group (Ages 7-10) @ Jewish Family Services
Dec 17 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
For children ages 7-10 who have a sibling with special needs. Contact [email protected] more specifics and registration.
Guilford, CT: Autism Parent’s Support Group 7:00 pm
Guilford, CT: Autism Parent’s Support Group @ Guilford Community Center
Dec 17 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
For parents or caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders – Join us for Free and Confidential support, resources, advice, encouragement and networking. Additional Contact Person: Sheri Pulen – [email protected] – 860-575-8866
Guilford, CT: Autism Parent’s Support Group 9:00 pm
Guilford, CT: Autism Parent’s Support Group @ Guilford Community Center
Dec 17 @ 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm
For parents or caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders – Join us for Free and Confidential support, resources, advice, encouragement and networking. Additional Contact Person: Sheri Pulen – [email protected] – 860-575-8866
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Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group 6:00 pm
Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group @ HARC
Dec 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 
West Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group 6:00 pm
West Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group @ Jewish Family Services
Dec 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
This support group is sponsored by AFCAMP.
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Middletown, CT: Ryan Woods Autism Foundation 12:00 pm
Middletown, CT: Ryan Woods Autism Foundation @ Riverview Center
Dec 19 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
For parents of children of all ages with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.  Sponsored by the Ryan Woods Autism Foundation.  Share your experiences, get support, listen and learn about autism and autism spectrum disorders.
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Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group (Spanish) 4:30 pm
Hartford, CT: Parent Support Group (Spanish) @ Institute for Hispanic Families
Dec 21 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
PLEASE NOTE: This is for Spanish speaking parents.
Naugatuck, CT: Autism Spectrum Caregiver Support Group 6:00 pm
Naugatuck, CT: Autism Spectrum Caregiver Support Group @ Naugatuck YMCA
Dec 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Please call to register and for information on dates of meetings.
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Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps 6:30 pm
Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps @ Women and Family Life Center
Dec 22 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
The weekly Parent Chat Groups are presented by KIDSTEPS Family and Children’s Center and the CT Family Support Network – South Central Region. A friendly place to meet other parents who have children with special needs. Call or e-mail for
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Bloomfield, CT: Parent Support Group 6:00 pm
Bloomfield, CT: Parent Support Group @ 1st Congregational Church
Dec 28 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 
Bloomfield, CT: Bloomfield Support Group 6:30 pm
Bloomfield, CT: Bloomfield Support Group @ Laurel Elementary School
Dec 28 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
The Bloomfield Support Group is a support group for parents of children of all ages and disabilities. The group is co-sponsored by JP Vincent Family Resource Center in Bloomfield and the African & Caribbean American Parents of Children with Disabilities
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New Haven, CT: ASD Parent Support Group 6:00 pm
New Haven, CT: ASD Parent Support Group @ Yale Toddler Developmental Disabilities Clinic
Dec 29 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
For parents of young children (under 4) with ASD. Please call ahead to confirm monthly meeting. All are welcome!
Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps 6:30 pm
Guilford, CT: Parent Chat Group – presented by KidSteps @ Women and Family Life Center
Dec 29 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
The weekly Parent Chat Groups are presented by KIDSTEPS Family and Children’s Center and the CT Family Support Network – South Central Region. A friendly place to meet other parents who have children with special needs. Call or e-mail for
Wilton, CT: Autism Parent’s Club 7:30 pm
Wilton, CT: Autism Parent’s Club @ John's Best Restaurant
Dec 29 @ 7:30 pm
Join us for a great evening out and meet other parents with children on the Autism Spectrum (Autism, PDD-NOS, Aspergers, Atypical Autism).  Our network is a great way for Moms & Dads to share stories, learn about area resources and
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Norwich, CT: You Are Not Alone 5:30 pm
Norwich, CT: You Are Not Alone
Dec 30 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Pizza served at 5:30 pm. We have a group for the kiddos (siblings included) and group for adults that meet at the same time. Kiddos will do relationship building interventions together and work on their social skills while the adults
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