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In today's episode, we are talking about Autism Support Groups and Forums - Priorities, Plans, and Strategies for Success.
In today's episode, we are talking about Autism Support Groups and Forums - Priorities, Plans, and Strategies for Success. On our previous show, we talked about Autism Support Groups and 9 Points to Ponder before you begin searching for a support group or support forum. Today we will be finishing our two-part series. We will be covering:
Join Autism Empowerment Podcast hosts Karen and John Krejcha as we go more in-depth on what you should be thinking about when seeking support for yourself or a loved one.
Part 1 - Episode 04 - 9 Points to Ponder in the Journey for Connection
Article: A Spectrum of Support: 9 Points to Ponder in the Journey for Connection by Karen Krejcha, Spectrum Life Magazine Spring 2017
Crisis Hotlines:
Crisis Textline - Text HOME to 741741 in the USA and Canada
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-273-8255
National:
Autism Society - National Autism Source Database
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) - https://autisticadvocacy.org/
Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network (AWN) - https://awnnetwork.org/
Center for Parent Information and Resources - ParentCenterHub.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - NAMI.org
Meetup - Social gatherings - https://www.meetup.com/
Oregon:
Autism Society of Oregon (Serves Oregon and Southwest Washington)
FACT Oregon - Parent Training Information Center for Oregon
LinesForLife - 24 hour Crisis Lines - 800-273-8255
Oregon YouthLine - 877-968-8491, Text teen2teen to 839863
Washington:
Informing Families - Informing Families is a resource provided by the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council, in partnership with the Developmental Disabilities Administration. We offer trusted news and information to individuals and families that empowers them to be active participants in planning and building a network of support and opportunities.
Partnerships for Action, Voices for Empowerment (PAVE) - Parent Training Information Center for Washington
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