OSYFS offers a monthly support group for Parents/Grandparents of Children with Asperger's Syndrome. Each month a specific topic is scheduled. Topic-specific handouts with insights from experts are available at every meeting

An Individual with Asperger Syndrome

* Misses/Misreads Social Cues

* Hobbies and Interests Border on Obsessions

* May Have Emotional “Meltdowns”

* Speech Patterns May Be Odd

* Verbal Processing Can be a Little “Different”

* May Be Physically Awkward

* Has Average to Superior Level of Intelligence

These differences can multiply stress on every aspect of a parent's life.

March 18: PPTs & IEPs:

Communicating your AS Child’s Needs to School Personnel

April 15: But What About the Neurotypical Sibling(s)?

May 20: Accommodating Our AS Child’s Hobbies & Obsessions

Meetings are held at Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main Street, Old Saybrook (adjacent to the O.S. Fire Station). Two meeting times accommodate work and childcare schedules: 12:30 – 2 p.m. and 5:30 – 7 p.m.

The group is free and is facilitated by Joanne Deal, M.A., Professional Counseling. For more information or to register, call OSYFS at 860-395-3190