Autism Society of Oregon

Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults - Wednesday Edition, age 18+ (Online)
2028-06-28 15:30 - 17:00, 2028-07-05 15:30 - 17:00, 2028-07-12 15:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online, OR, United States
(Online) Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults – Wednesday Edition, age 18 +
Meets online every Wednesday, from 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
The purpose of this group is to cultivate a safe, affirming space to process and discuss what it’s like to be autistic in the world.
Facilitated by Rae (he/him), an Autistic person. This group is a stand alone peer support group.
Click here to REGISTER.
For more information contact 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.

Autistic Parents Parenting Group (online)
2028-06-29 13:30 - 14:30, 2028-07-13 13:30 - 14:30 | Online, OR, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Autistic Parents Parenting Group
Connecting Autistic Parents
This support group is for autistic parents. Our aim is to create a supportive space where you can share your experiences, challenges, and insights as autistic individuals raising children.
This is not a parenting class; rather, it’s a community where you can connect with others who understand your unique perspective.
Meets every other Thursday.
1:30-2:30 PM
Register at LINK HERE
Questions? Email LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 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.

Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults Thursday Edition, age 18+ (Online)
2028-06-29 17:30 - 19:00, 2028-07-06 17:30 - 19:00, 2028-07-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Online, OR, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
(Online) Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults – Thursday Edition, age 18 + Meets online every Thursday, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm.
The purpose of this group is to cultivate a safe, affirming space to process and discuss what it’s like to be autistic in the world.
We will be reviewing books, talking about neurodiversity, and openly talking about life on the spectrum in general.
The group is facilitated by Lisa Sawyer, an Autistic adult and a peer. Lisa is an active volunteer in the community, having worked many years in homeless services and peer support for adults. In this group, we strive to foster connection, have open dialogue in all areas that challenge and support us, making this a shared journey – never a solo one – in a safe and welcoming community.
Register for the Thursday group at the LINK HERE.
For more information contact 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.
Due to the popularity of the Thursday night group, we’ve opened a version that meets as a separate group on Wednesday afternoons. Registration for the Wednesday group can be found at the LINK HERE.

ASO Drop In Hours (Portland)
2028-06-30 13:00 - 16:00, 2028-07-07 13:00 - 16:00, 2028-07-14 13:00 - 16:00 | ASO Office, 9320 SW Barbur Blvd, Suite 240, PORTLAND, OR, 97219, United States
ASO “Drop In” hours will be offered at the ASO office: 9320 SW Barbur Blvd, Suite 240, Portland, OR 97219 on:
Fridays, from 1pm – 4pm
No appointment needed during “Drop In” hours to stop by & talk to an ASO staff member about Autism resources!
Children are welcome! We’ll have fidgets and sensory toys available. There is free parking and the #12 Bus stops close to the building.
Please let us know in advance if you need to talk to someone in a language other than English.
We’re happy to set up in person meetings by appointment outside of these hours, including in English and Spanish. Call our office at 503-636-1676 or send an email to RosaH@AutismSocietyOregon.org to make an appointment or with any questions. We look forward to assisting you!

Grupo de Apoyo para Padres de Autismo (en línea)
2028-07-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Online, OR, United States
Presentado por la Sociedad de Autismo de Oregón
Grupo de apoyo padres que hablan español
reunión virtual mensual
Primer sábado de cada mes
10-11 AM
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¿Preguntas? Póngase en contacto con info@AutismSocietyOregon.org o llame al 503-636-1676.

Women and Non-Binary Friendship Group for Those on the Autism Spectrum
2028-07-02 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.

Intersectional Identity Group (online)
2028-07-03 13:30 - 15:00, 2028-07-10 13:30 - 15:00, 2028-07-17 13:30 - 15:00 | 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.

Friendship Group for Autistic Kids (suggested ages: 7 – 13)
2028-07-03 18:00 - 18:45, 2028-07-10 18:00 - 18:45 | OR
Friendship Group for Autistic Kids (suggested ages: 7 – 13):
Meets Every Monday, from 6:00pm – 6:45pm. A place to meet, get to know each other, be silly, explore common interests, and make friends.
On alternating Monday meetings, the group plays Minecraft. This group is meeting on-line, with occasional in person meetups. To register and get a Zoom link, please go to LINK
Questions? Email LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676

Fun With Legos (Lake Oswego)
2028-07-05 17:00 - 19:00 | 5200 Meadows Rd, 5200 Meadows Rd, Lake Oswego, United States
Presented by The Connection Club in Partnership with The Autism Society of Oregon & Kangaroo Care
Fun With Legos – Lake Oswego Event
This is a fun evening to come build a project with Legos (which you get to take home and keep). Legos and light snacks/drinks will be provided.
Date: 1st Wednesday of Every Month
Time: 5pm – 7pm
Location: 5200 Meadows Rd, Lake Oswego 97035
Free event. Limited Space. Must register to attend.
Register at LINK HERE
Questions? Contact ED@connectionclub.com

Game Night (Beaverton)
2028-07-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Unified Art Studio, 6700 SW 105th Ave. #106, Beaverton, 97008, United States
Presented by The Connection Club in Partnership with The Autism Society of Oregon & Program for Intellectual Empowerment
Game Night – Beaverton Recurring Event
Enjoy video and board games, make new friends, and unwind in a relaxed atmosphere where all ages are welcome and everyone belongs. Dinner is provided.
Date: 1st Friday of Every Month
Time: 5pm – 7pm
Location: Unified Art Studio – 6700 SW 105th Ave. #106, Beaverton, OR 97008
Register at LINK HERE
Questions? Contact ED@connectionclub.com

Autistic Professional Support Group (Online)
2028-07-07 18:00 - 19:30 | OR
This support group provides a welcoming community for Autistic adults employed in professional positions to share business-related experiences and to solicit feedback and advice. This group is for Autistic, career-focused individuals who hold or have held mid to senior level positions and/or a position with at least 2 years of experience in their field.
The group offers an overall sense of belonging, group mentorship, and social connection. At each meeting there will be a guided topic to start the conversation which can lead to bigger discussions. This group is led by Dan Dickinson, an Autistic adult who works in a mid-level professional position. If you are unsure if this group is for you, please contact us to discuss and we’ll figure it out.
Register at LINK HERE
Contact the ASO office at 503-636-1676 or LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org
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.

Online Young Adult Social Group (Ages 18–30)
2028-07-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Online, OR, United States
Meets: 2nd Saturday & 3rd Monday of each month. In months where the dates are too close together, the Monday group meets on the following Monday.
Time: 6:30–7:30 PM
This peer-led social group is for young adults ages 18–30 who are no longer in school.
Participants must be at least 18 years old; the group is not open to minors.
Two group consultants attend each session to help create a socially safe environment by mediating conflict when needed and supporting participants in making connections.
Please note: This is not a skill-building class.
To sign up or request more information:
Contact Peggy Piers at LINK.
To register:
Saturday meeting registration at LINK HERE
Monday meeting registration at LINK HERE
To register, please contact Peggy Piers at piers.p@comcast.net.

Women & Non-Binary Friendship Group #2 (online only)
2028-07-09 18:00 - 19:30 | OR
Women & Non-Binary Friendship Group #2. Meets online only every other Sunday, from 6:00pm – 7:30pm.
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!
This group is facilitated by Erika Kraft, an Autistic adult who identifies as nonbinary.
Register at LINK HERE
Questions? Contact LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call us 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.

Online Young Adult Social Group (Ages 18–30)
2028-07-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Online, OR, United States
Meets: 2nd Saturday & 3rd Monday of each month
Time: 6:30–7:30 PM
This peer-led social group is for young adults ages 18–30 who are no longer in school.
Participants must be at least 18 years old; the group is not open to minors.
Two group consultants attend each session to help create a socially safe environment by mediating conflict when needed and supporting participants in making connections.
Please note: This is not a skill-building class.
To sign up or request more information:
Contact Peggy Piers at LINK.
To register:
Saturday meeting registration at LINK HERE
Monday meeting registration at LINK HERE
To register, please contact Peggy Piers at piers.p@comcast.net.

All Together Playgroup/Grupo de Juego (Medford)
2028-07-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Family Nurturing Center, 825 E. Main St, Ste A., Medford, 97504, United States
Presented by Bridging Communities, The Autism Society of Oregon & Family Nurturing Center
All Together Playgroup
Join us each month for a gathering where children of all abilities and their families find opportunities for play, growth, connection, and belonging.
Date: The 2nd Wednesday of every month
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Family Nurturing Center 825 E. Main St, Ste A. Medford, OR 97504
Recommend for families with children ages 0-5.
Questions? Contact 458-278-0697 or info@bcoregon.org
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Presentado por Bridging Communities, la Sociedad de Autismo de Oregón y el Centro de Apoyo Familiar
Grupo de Juego
Únase a nosotros cada mes para una reunión donde los niños de todas las capacidades y sus familias encuentran oportunidades de juego, crecimiento, conexión y pertenencia.
Fecha: El segundo miércoles de cada mes.
Hora: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Ubicación: Family Nurturing Center 825 E. Main St, Ste A. Medford, OR 97504
Recomendado para familias con niños de 0 a 5 años.
¿Preguntas? Contacte 458-278-0697 o info@bcoregon.org

Grupo de apoyo para padres de NAMI en español (En línea)
2028-07-12 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 Group from Hollywood Dreams and ASO (Coos Bay)
2028-07-14 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.

Club EMU's Game Club
2028-07-14 18:30 - 21:30 | West Linn Lutheran Church, 20390 Willamette Drive, West Linn, OR, United States
(Formerly PAN’s West Linn Game Club)
Who: For Autistic people of ALL Ages, their families & friends. There are 3 separate areas: All Ages, Teen, and Adult
What: An opportunity to get to together and play video games and board games.
Where: West Linn Lutheran Church, 20390 Willamette Dr, West Linn, OR 97068
When: 2nd Friday of each month, from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
Cost: $10 suggested donation per family, parking is free
Food: Pizza and beverage provided, but please bring a potluck item to share
Sponsorship provided by Autism Society of Oregon to keep costs down
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.

Supported Teen & Young Adult Club (online)
2028-07-15 13:00 - 14:00 | OR
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
New Description!
This group is for Autistic teens and young adults who may need a parent, guardian, or caregiver to participate. Our group enjoys miniature environments like toy trains, watching clips together mostly of animated short films and shows, music and dance videos. They also enjoy drawing together.
Age- late teens/early to mid twenties.
This group meets on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 1-2 PM online.
Register for the Zoom LINK HERE
Activities include:
drawing with a tutorial
casual club to share interest
watching short YouTube videos
open to new ideas
The Supported Teen & Young Adult Club is led by Danitza Galvan who has a Master’s Degree in Early Intervention/Special Education and who is the parent of a young Autistic adult.
For questions or more info, call us at 503-636-1676 or email LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org

Social Skills Discussion Group (Eugene)
2028-07-16 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.
