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COVID-19 SITUATION AND AANE

We recognize the COVID-19 pandemic has created a rapidly changing environment and uncertain future which has been difficult and stressful for our community.  In compliance with CDC social distancing guidelines we are now offering programs virtually.  We will continue to add new online programs and services throughout the epidemic. We hope that you will join us online!  We are still here for you!

AANE Executive Director's message.       Please consider supporting AANE

During this difficult time, Free Online Community Connection Sessions with AANE staff can offer support and a sense of community.  All times listed below are EDT.

  • Adults - Jun 2, 10:00-11:00AM; Jun 8, 7:00-8:00PM; Jun 16, 11:00AM-12:00PM; Jun 23, 11:00AM-12:00PM; Jun 29, 7:00-8:00PM  more info
  • Parents of Adults -  Jun 10, Jun 24, 7:00-8:00PM, more info
  • Parents of Children & Teens - Jun 11, Jun 25, 7:00-8:00PM, more info
  • NY Families of Teens - 3rd Wed, Jun 17, 8:00-9:00PM, more info

If you prefer to talk with someone individually, schedule a free call.

If you are in a crisis situation where a cash grant could help, please email suzanne.tompkins@aane.org for consideration.

AANE's advice for parents of children & teens on Special Education Advocacy During COVID-19

AANE provides information, education, community, support, and advocacy for

Learning Online Webinar

Free Webinar - Students on the Autism Spectrum: Going Online

Online, anytime

Join author and presenter Jane Thierfeld Brown, EdD as she offers advice to parents whose high school and college students on the autism spectrum are transitioning to online learning.  More information + Register

Upcoming events

Sun 31

CANCELLED – AANE Meetup Group at A4cade Cambridge, MA

May 31 @ 2:00 pm
Jun 01

NOW ONLINE – South Area Game Night

June 1 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Jun 01

NOW ONLINE – NY-LI Families of Older Teens & Adults Support Group

June 1 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Jun 01

NOW ONLINE – Watertown 50 and Over Ongoing Support Group

June 1 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Jun 02

NOW ONLINE – Grandparent Open Support Group

June 2 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

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LifeMAP AsperCoach Professional Training

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Special Ed Advocacy During COVID-19

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101 for Couples

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LifeMAP Coaching

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