Intersectional Identity Group (online)
2028-08-21 13:30 - 15:00, 2028-08-28 13:30 - 15:00, 2028-09-04 13:30 - 15:00, 2028-09-11 13:30 - 15:00, 2028-09-18 13:30 - 15:00, 2028-09-25 13:30 - 15:00, 2028-10-02 13:30 - 15:00, 2028-10-09 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 4 more dates | Online, OR, United States
(Online) Intersectional Identity Group – Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults with Intersectional Identities, age 18+
Meets online every Monday, from 1:30 – 3:00 PM.
The purpose of this group is to cultivate a safe space to process and discuss what it’s like to have an intersectional autistic identity in the world (e.g., autistic people who are also: people of color, trans, queer, gender queer, assigned female at birth, etc).
Please note, this is not to assume that we will all understand each other’s experience, but that we do understand having an intersectional identity comes with extra complexities.
This is a peer support group facilitated by an Autistic Trans and Queer person.
Register for the group by contacting Lori Ball at LoriB@autismsocietyoregon.org or 503-636-1676.
These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

“Happy Hour” for Autistic Adults (Meeting Online)
2028-08-25 19:30 - 20:30, 2028-09-22 19:30 - 20:30, 2028-10-27 19:30 - 20:30 | Online, OR, United States
Virtual “Happy Hour” for Autistic adults
This time is to chat, support each other and forge new friendships. Meetings are the 4th Friday of each month, from 7:30 – 8:30pm.
An Autistic run social group for Autistic adults age 40+.

To register, click the LINK HERE.

For questions or more information contact: Info@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call our office at 503-636-1676.
These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

ASO/Synergy Autism Support Group Meeting for Parents (Online)
2028-08-26 10:00 - 11:30, 2028-09-23 10:00 - 11:30, 2028-10-28 10:00 - 11:30 | OR
FREE Our on-line group is for parents of children (birth-adult) on the autism spectrum living in Oregon. Meets 4th Saturday each month, from 10:00 – 11:30am. Cozy up with a morning beverage and join us by computer!
Facilitated by Barbara Avila, MS, of Synergy Autism Center.
Open to parents of children on spectrum of any age (birth – adulthood).
Statewide – If you have access to Zoom, you can access this group.
The group will look at a different topic each month, including: self-care; safety considerations; understanding your child’s processing; social engagement; and challenging your child in supportive ways.
To register and get the Zoom link, please go to LINK.

Women and Non-Binary Friendship Group for Those on the Autism Spectrum
2028-09-03 15:30 - 17:00, 2028-10-01 15:30 - 17:00, 2028-11-05 15:30 - 17:00 | OR
Temporarily Full!
Women and Non-Binary Friendship Group for Those on the Autism Spectrum (based in Portland)

This group is temporarily full and not accepting more participants at this time. To be placed on a waitlist, please contact ASO at info@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676.
Meets on the 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month, from 3:30-5:00pm. For female-identifying and non-binary Autistic people, ages 18 and up, looking for an accepting environment in which to hangout with other female-identifying or non-binary Autistic adults. Come chat, relax, or just chill. Participate in great discussions and/or activities (or not) of your choosing!
For more information, please contact Kim at 503-312-3103 or click here to email. Sponsored by the Autism Society of Oregon.
These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

Social Group from Hollywood Dreams and ASO (Coos Bay)
2028-09-08 17:00 - 19:00, 2028-10-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Harmony Methodist Church, 123 Ocean Blvd SE, Coos Bay, OR, United States
This group meets in Coos Bay on the 2nd Friday of each month from 5pm – 7pm. Includes food, drink, crafts, and fun! There is no fee but please RSVP so we know how many to expect. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Martha M by email (LINK) or call 541-551-1289.
Co-sponsored by the Autism Society of Oregon and Hollywood Dreams.

Grupo de apoyo para padres de NAMI en español (En línea)
2028-09-13 16:00 - 17:30, 2028-10-11 16:00 - 17:30, 2028-11-08 16:00 - 17:30 | Online, OR, United States
Grupo de apoyo para padres de NAMI en español
Un grupo de apoyo gratuito para padres, familiares y cuidadores que crían niños/adolescentes (0-18) que tienen problemas de salud mental.
Horario: 2do miércoles de cada mes
Hora: 4:00 – 5:30 PM.
Ubicación: En línea a través de Zoom
Regístrese aquí.
Para cualquier pregunta, envíe un correo electrónico a info@namimultnomah.org o llame a JoLynn Thompson al 503-969-6650.

Social Skills Discussion Group (Eugene)
2028-09-16 18:30 - 20:00, 2028-10-16 18:30 - 20:00 | OR
Social Skills Discussion Group
Based in Eugene, with social event outings rotating with meetings.
For autistic adults of any age. Meetings are from 6:30 – 8:00pm in Eugene on the 3rd Monday of each odd-numbered month (in person and outdoors, weather permitting). At these meetings, the group chooses an activity for the following even-numbered month.
More information is on the KindTree/Autism Rocks website at LINK.
This group is taught by Doris Germain.
Co-sponsored by KindTree/Autism Rocks. For questions, please text or call Mary-Minn at 541-799-4438, or email her at LINK.
A responsible adult must stay at any ASO event with all children under age 14 and anyone who requires a caregiver for their safety. Unless otherwise specifically stated, ASO cannot provide caregiving services at our events and is not responsible for personal safety.

Autism Parent Support Group (online)
2028-09-20 18:30 - 19:30, 2028-10-18 18:30 - 19:30 | OR
Autism Parent Support Group: Join our Autism Parent Support Group, an online community for parents and caregivers of Autistic children (ages 0-22).
We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6:30 -7:30 pm to share experiences, resources, and encouragement.
Facilitated by Lori Ball, Programs Director at the Autism Society of Oregon and a parent of an autistic child, our sessions provide a safe space to connect, discuss strategies, and gain insights.
Parents can share triumphs and concerns, seek guidance on school systems, and find emotional support. Join us to empower each other and celebrate parenting an Autistic child.
To register and get the Zoom link, please go to LINK.
