AANE offers two types of support groups for teens with an Asperger /autism spectrum or similar neurodiverse profiles.
- “Open” groups are free and may have different participants joining from session to session
- “Closed” groups are fee-based* and have the same participants for a set number of sessions
*For programs and events that require a fee, financial assistance is available and no one will be turned away for their inability to pay. Discounted registration buttons can be found on some registration pages. To inquire about financial aid for a program or event, contact events@aane.org.
Additional resources for parents of children, teens, and young adults (through age 22)
Online "Open" Workshops for Teens
AANE is offering this upcoming series of workshops for teens ages 14-19. The series will cover topics such as self-regulation and care, conflict resolution, managing your space, and much more!
Online "Open" Workshops for Teens facilitated by Elena Rossen
There are no upcoming events at this time.
Online "Open" Support Groups for Teens
Online “Open” Support Group for Teens (15-19), 6/10/23, 11:00 AM -12:30 PM ET
Early Notification List
Online "Closed" Social/Support Groups for Teens
AANE is offering 6 Online "Closed" virtual groups for teens aged 14-19 who identify as being on the Autism Spectrum or related diagnosis. These groups are designed to provide teens with a safe space to feel connected to and engage with each other while practicing their social skills in a facilitated setting. The groups will be developed based on the interests and needs of the members.
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Teens (14-16)
Wednesdays, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM ET, 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/9, 8/16, 8/23 facilitated by Elena Rossen
Online “Closed” Social/Support Group for Teens (14-16), 7/5/23 – 8/23/23, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM ET
Thursdays, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM ET, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24 facilitated by Elena Rossen
Online “Closed” Social/Support Group for Teens (14-16), 7/6/23 – 8/24/23, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM ET
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Teens (17-19)
Mondays, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM ET, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28 facilitated by Elena Rossen
Online “Closed” Social/Support Group for Teens (17-19), 7/10/23 – 8/28/23, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM ET
Wednesdays, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ET, 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/9, 8/16, 8/23 facilitated by Elena Rossen
Online “Closed” Social/Support Group for Teens (17-19), 7/5/23 – 8/23/23, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM ET
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Teens/Young Adults (19-22)
Wednesdays, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ET, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21 facilitated by Elena Rossen
There are no upcoming events at this time.
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Trans, Non-Binary, and Gender Expansive Teens (14-19)
Tuesdays, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM ET, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29 facilitated by Elena Rossen
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Teen Artists and Makers (14-19)
Tuesdays, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM ET, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29 facilitated by Elena Rossen
Online “Closed” Group for Teen Artists and Makers (14-19), 7/11/23 – 8/29/23, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM ET
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Teen Gamers (14-19)
Tuesdays, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM ET, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28 facilitated by Elena Rossen
Online “Closed” Social Group for Teen Gamers (14-19), 7/10/23 – 8/28/23, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET
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Career Readiness for Teens (16-19)
Thursdays, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM ET, 9/1, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20 facilitated by Elena Rossen
There are no upcoming events at this time.