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REGION 3
The Aspie Posse (Hartford - Region 3)
This is a social group for teens and adults with Aspergers Syndrome in the Greater Hartford Area. We have activities such as: movies, bowling, dinner, birthday parties and open mic nights to name a few. This established and thriving group is run by a talented young woman with Aspergers Syndrome. It is appropriate for ages 15 and up. For more information please contact Yana at: 860-313-1191 or Dave at: 203 484-2937 or email him at: nz1j@juno.com.
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Autism Parent Support Group (Manchester - Region 3)
The Autism parent support group sponsored by East of the River Region of the Autism Society of Connecticut meets the second Monday of the month beginning at 7:00 pm at the Manchester Memorial Hospital in Manchester, CT. For more information please contact Carolyn Schwartz at: 860-644-0524 or please visit: www.autismsocietyofct.org.
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Bloomfield Support Group (Bloomfield - Region 3)
The Bloomfield Support Group is a support group for parents of children of any age with any disability. The group is co-sponsored by the JP Vincent Family Resource Center in Bloomfield, the African & Caribbean American Parents of Children with Disabilities (AFCAMP) and Family Advocacy Organization for Children?s Mental Health (FAVOR). Meetings are held on the 4th Monday of each month from 6:30-8:30 PM at First Congregational Church in Bloomfield. All are welcome. Dinner and childcare are provided. For more information please contact AFCAMP at: 860-297-4358 or JP Vincent Family Resource Center at: 860-769-5518 or 860-286-2640 x112.
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CT ASRC East of the River Parent Support Group (Glastonbury - Region 3)
CT Autism Spectrum Resource Center East of the River Parent Support Group serves parents of children ages 12 and under on the autism spectrum. The group meets on the second Monday of every month at 7pm at First Church, Congregational, 2183 Main St. in Glastonbury. For more information, please contact Susan at 860-657-1150 or Jennifer at 860-657-2155.
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CT Down Syndrome Congress (Statewide)
CDSC is a special interest group that advocates for persons with Down syndrome and their families. We are a welcoming and supportive group of over 350 parents, numerous professionals and over 20 advocacy groups statewide. We provide support to our members through our annual convention, by co-sponsoring parent/professional conferences and hosting numerous local and state-wide activities (e.g. picnics, playgroups, mom's night outs, holiday parties, etc.) For contact info and to see our calendar of events, visit our website at http://www.ctdownsyndrome.org.
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East Hartford Teen Special Needs Social Group (East Hartford - Region 3)
Sponsored by the East Hartford Parks and Recreation Department, this program is for children ages 13 and older with special needs. The group meets on Friday nights and participants in a variety of social activities, such as bowling and dancing. For more information please contact Dianne at 860-528-1458.
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Epilepsy Parent Support Group (Vernon - Region 3)
The Epilepsy Foundation of CT warmly invites parents of children with epilepsy to attend this support group. The group meets at Vernon Parks and Recreation Teen Center (under the YMCA) on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 6:30-8:00PM. Light refreshments are provided. If you could like more information or plan on attending, please contact Christine Colenbaugh at: 860-872-5443 or email her at: epilepsy.efct@sbcglobal.net.
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Family Support Network (Statewide)
The Connecticut Family Support Network holds monthly meetings in various areas. For more information, please contact the following:
State Coordinator Jennifer Carroll 860-657-8180 email: jtcarroll@cox.net
Northwest Region Alice Buttwell 860-350-6025 email: AliceMMBB@aol.com
Southwest Region Lisa Sheppard 203-556-7317 email: lnshep@aol.com
Northeast Region Mona Tremblay 860-928-6514 email: monamotheroftwins@msn.com
North Central Region Shelia Harris 860-297-4358 email: afcamp@sbcglobal.net
Southeast Region April Dipollina 860-444-6607 email: dipollina@sbcglobal.net
South Central Region Tesha Imperati 203-234-3983 email: teshaimp@aol.com
Families United for Children's Mental Health Support Groups (Statewide)
Families United for Children's Mental Health conducts support groups throughout the state in the following towns: Bridgeport, Enfield, Groton, Norwich, Plainville, Plainfield, Portland and Wauregan. For information on dates and times in your area, please visit http://ctfamiliesunited.homestead.com/SupportGroups.html, call Lorna Grivois at: 860-537-6125 x101 or email them at: lornagrivois@sbcglobal.net.
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Families United Network Enfield (Enfield - Region 3)
The Families United Network Enfield support group meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. For additional information, please contact Lorna Grivois at: 860-537-6125, x101 or email her at lornagrivois@sbcglobal.net.
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Families United Network Plainville (Plainville - Region 3)
The Families United Network Norwich support group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. For additional information, please contact Lorna Grivois at: 860-537-6125, x101 or email her at: lornagrivois@sbcglobal.net for location and details.
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Families United Network Portland (Portland - Region 3)
The Families United Network Norwich support group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. For additional information, please contact Lorna Grivois at: 860-537-6125, x101 or email her at: lornagrivois@sbcglobal.net for location and details.
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Farmington Family Support Group (Farmington - Region 3)
The Farmington Parent Support Group, meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month from 7:00 until 8:30 pm at the Farmington Community and Senior Center, located at 321 New Britain Avenue in Farmington, CT 06032. For more information on this support group, please contact Lynn Cybulski by email at: lynncyb@yahoo.com.
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Farmington Valley Aspergers Network (FAVAN) (Farmington – Region 3)
The Farmington Valley Aspergers Network (FAVAN) is a not-for-profit, parent-run support group for parents, caregivers and families of children on the "mild" end of autism spectrum. Our mission and goal is to provide education about current resources available to parents, emotional support and a safe environment for social networking with other families in the same situation. For more information about monthly meetings please contact Shawn and Lee McFadden at 860-589-0097, by email at: info@favan.org or visit them on the web at: www.favan.org
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Involved Educated Parents (IEP) (Manchester – Region 3)
Involved Educated Parents is a group of families and educators with a goal of educating families about special education, improving parents' knowledge of the system and fostering effective advocacy for their children. Meetings are on the Third Tuesday of the Month from 7:00 until 9:00 pm at Faith Baptist Church on Lake Street in Manchester, CT. For more information please contact Leslie Vonderkall at 860-647-9041.
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The Food Allergy Association of Connecticut (Statewide)
The Food Allergy Association of Connecticut (FAACT) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing education and support to parents of children with food allergies and increasing public awareness and understanding about food allergies. They promote education and awareness with monthly meetings, guest speakers, special events and a parent support network. For more information about FAACT, please visit their website at www.faact.org.
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National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (Statewide)
NOFAS Connecticut is a statewide support and advocacy group for parents and caregivers of individuals affected by Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). We offer support and information to families and professionals by phone and through support groups. We also offer an email list-serve which is open to parents and professionals, to enhance our efforts in sharing support and information. Our goal is to raise community awareness regarding prevention of FASD and improving the quality of life for those affected. For more information please contact, NOFAS Connecticut at 860-942-4507, or email them at nofasct@yahoo.com.
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National Spinal Cord Injury Association, CT Chapter (Statewide)
The National Spinal Cord Injury Association provides a variety of support groups to people suffering from spinal cord injuries throughout the state of Connecticut. Our support groups allow individuals the opportunity to discuss a variety of topics with other's that have a spinal cord injury. Support group meetings are held at many area hospitals and independent living centers throughout the state of Connecticut. Support groups are organized and run by NSCIA CT Chapter member volunteers.
For support group locations, dates and times please visit: http://www.sciact.org/services.asp#support.
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Puzzled Sibs (South Windsor - Region3)
Puzzled Sibs is a support group for brothers and sisters of siblings with Autism. They meet monthly to discuss feelings, know that you are not alone and to have a good time. The group is open to kids ages 6 - 13. They meet at the South Windsor Community Center, located at 150 Nevers Road, from 6:00 until 8:00 pm. The first few meeting dates are: January 30th, February 13th, March 29th and April 19th. For more information, please contact Melissa Dumont at: 860-214-2903 or by email at: puzzled_sibs@cox.net.
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Support Group for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Hartford - Region 3)
This group is intended for older teens and adults with Aspergers Syndrome who are 15 years of age or older. Participants do not need a formal diagnosis. Meetings are monthly in the West Hartford area. Please contact Dave Tipping at 203 484-2937 or nz1j@juno.com for more information.
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SWAN Parenting Programs Support Group For Children with ADHD
(South Windsor - Region 3)
SWAN Parenting Programs offers a monthly support group for parents who have children with ADHD. This facilitated group offers a non-judgmental place for parents and other caregivers to share the joys and challenges of raining a child with ADHD. They meet on the last Thursday of each month in the Charles Enes Community Center in South Windsor, CT from 6:30 until 8:00 pm. No registration is necessary and All parents are welcome. If you have any questions or would like more information please call Parenting Educator, Ginny Molleur at 860-648-6361 Ext. 314.
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Tolland Family Resource Center PSC Group (Tolland - Region 3)
Tolland Family Resource Center PCS Group (Parents of Children with Special Needs), offers meetings bi-monthly on various topics for parents. Please call for more information and dates of meetings: (860) 870-6750, extension 5.
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Vernon Special Needs Social Group (Vernon - Region 3)
This program offers social and recreational opportunities for the physically and mentally challenged individual. Participants engage in a variety of activities, games, crafts and much more.
Participant Information: Open to individuals ages 9 and older. This program is not limited to Vernon Residents. Parents are not required to stay with child, but group home residents must have supervision.
Program Information: The group meets the first and second Saturdays of the month at the Vernon Teen Center. Participants should bring a bag lunch or snack unless indicated otherwise. New participants may register at the Parks and Recreation Department no later than one day before the program takes place. Please contact the Vernon Parks and Recreation Department at 860-870-3520 if you are interested.
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Wethersfield Special Kids (Wethersfield Special Kids - Region 3)
Wethersfield Special Kids is a support group for parents of children with a variety of needs and abilities. For more information, please contact Patti Silva at 860-529-7766 or specialkids@cox.net
Windsor SEPTA (Special Education Parent Teacher Association) – (Windsor – Region 3)
The Windsor Special Education PTA (SEPTA) is a newly formed group of parents, families and educators who have an interest in special education and the welfare of children with special needs. Its mission is to inform and work with schools on the needs of children receiving special education services, to work with other PTAs and to foster community involvement. Members of the SEPTA attend and support town-wide meetings and attend all school open houses for visibility and to answer questions. The Windsor SEPTA invites a monthly speaker on topics of interest to its 69 members.
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