Autism Connection of PA Newsletter Spring 2016 | Página 11

Support Group Happenings

LAWRENCE COUNTY

Autism Warriors

Gretchen Murphy

gretchen1618@yahoo.com

Autism Warriors is a group that meets throughout the year for events designed for parents, teachers, family members, and children affected by autism. The purpose of the meetings are to educate others and raise awareness for autism. During the meetings, children can participate in group activities with peers. Join us for a fun learning opportunity where you can make new friends and learn something new!

MERCER COUNTY

Autism Spectrum Disorder Support Group

Andrea Wright

asd3mom@gmail.com

Meetings are held the third Wednesday of every month at the Children's Aid Society in Mercer Pennsylvania at 6 PM. Childcare is provided if you call ahead. Meetings are open to anyone. Every month we have a guest speaker on a wide variety of topics. Our latest speaker explained the autism waiver. Last year, we had a family picnic and took a trip to Waldameer Water World in Erie, PA. Our Facebook page has meeting dates and times and I also send out email reminders. You can also find local sensory friendly events happening in the area on our page.

WASHINGTON COUNTY

Parent Support Group

Sue Schmidt

sue.schmidty@gmail.com

This group has focused on great speakers around school, ESY and inclusion topics. We meet the last Wednesday of the month from 7-9 at St. David's Church, Venetia, PA. (Peters Township). Speakers are periodically scheduled to help educate parents on topics of interest. Everyone is welcome to attend the monthly meeting.

WESTMORELAND COUNTY

FBR Family, Social & Play Group

Noelle Wian

nwian@familybehavioralresources.com

724-537-8100

We meet the 3rd Thursday of the month at Trinity Lutheran Church, 331 Weldon Street, Latrobe, PA from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Please call ahead if children are attending.

To have your group listed, or if you have questions regarding a support group in your area, please contact Marie at 412-781-4116 or marie@autismofpa.org