Online Chat and Support Groups

provided by GRASP

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GRASP

369 Lexington Avenue
Second Floor
New York NY 10017
Toll Free:
888-474-7277
Hours:
Call for hours.
Email:
info​@grasp.org

* Offers an online support group for teens, adults and families of those affected by autism.
  • Includes support groups (informal chat, Over 50s chat, LGBTQI community chat, and women, trans women, and non-binary folx chat) to GRASP Online Members.
  • Monthly and weekly chat groups are moderated by GRASP through our Zoom Chat Room with Autistics, individuals on the Autism Spectrum, and Neurodivergent folx. These groups are an accessible way for fellow Autistic adults (age 18+) to get together to chat in a safe space.​
Current groups:

Mondays: Chat group using video & audio
Patreon-only Facebook groups
LGBTQIA+ community for Autistics
Autistic Women, Femmes, and Non-binary Folx
Over 50s autism spectrum group
Community of Black, Brown, Indigenous, and Melanated Autistics
Autistic Parents, Step-parents, and Caregivers group
Significant others, spouses, and partners of Autistics group
Parents, Step-parents, and Family members of Autistic teens (12-19 yo) and adults
Clinicians, therapists, and coaches for Autistics group
Teachers, para-professionals, and aides of Autistics group
GRASP Online Members must become a Patron to join the Patreon-only Facebook groups.
Please visit our contact page to sign-up for GRASP Online Membership or to request more information.

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Eligibility: Must be a GRASP Online or Face-to-Face member.

Application Process: Call or access website to register to be a member.

Required Documentation: None.

Fees: Membership to online chat is free. Low cost Patron only Facebook groups.

Coverage Note: International.

Cultural Competency: Cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion training for staff, Staff reflects population served

Languages: Spanish - Staff provides service in language offered, Website can be translated

 

GRASP, the Global & Regional Autism Spectrum Partnership, provides services to improve the quality of life of Autistic individuals, those with related diagnoses, and their families through Community Advocacy & Outreach, Peer Supports, Education, and Information & Referral Services.