Meet with people in your local area who live with various Disabilities. Learn how others cope with their disability, offer support and make new friends.
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Welcome to CASPAN, the Chicago Autism SPectrum Adult (and Teen) Network! Meet with local teens, young adults and adults affected by Asperger's, autism, PDD-NOS, and related autistic spectrum and pervasive developmental issues. Both formally and self-…
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Asperger's Syndrome, High Functioning Autism, PDD-NOS, Adult Aspies, Sensory Integration Dysfunction, Shyness & Social Anxiety, Living with Disabilities, Autism and Asperger's, Autism, Asperger's and PDD-NOS, Adult/Teens with Asperger/Spectrum Disorders, Adults with Asperger's Syndrome, Teens with Asperger's Syndrome, Women With Asperger's - Aspie Women, Asperger's Support Group, Asperger's Social Group, Show more...Show less...
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People on the Autism Spectrum |
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We are a group of Deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing people who meet every week to chat in ASL. This group is open to ANYONE with an interest in American Sign Language and Deaf culture, from beginning ASL students to those who are fluent. We especial… |
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ASL Enthusiasts |
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CHADD is a national non-profit organization serving children and adults with attention deficit disorders. We provide support, education, and resources for those with AD/HD, parents of children with AD/HD, spouses and anyone who wishes to support the…
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Living with Disabilities, Asperger's Syndrome, Parents of Children with ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Special Education, Learning Disability, Adult ADD, ADD/ADHD Support and their Families, Adult ADD/HD, Dyslexia and Learning Disabilities, Education and Tutoring, Resources for ADHD, ADHD, children with ADHD, Parents of Special Needs Kids, Show more...Show less...
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ADD'ers |
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Meet other local Parents of Children with Special Needs, regardless of diagnosis. Gather for support, advice, and companionship. Enjoy socializing with both parents and children.
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Parents of Special Needs Kids, Parents of Children with Physical Disabilities, Special Needs Families, Living with Disabilities, Children with Special Needs, Special Needs Children, Special Education, Asperger's Syndrome, Autism, Autism and ADD/ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, East Valley, Show more...Show less...
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We are group of people that gives support for those coping with chronic pain, physical disability and illness. We support each other through sharing experiences, feelings and knowledge. I'm sorry, but we are a cancer support group specifically. In…
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Coping with Chronic Pain/illness |
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This club is unique, as far as support groups go, because the key is to have fun and facilitate friendships while educating the community about epilepsy. We can introduce each other to favorite New York City venues and bond over similar issues. We us…
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Epilepsy, Living with Disabilities, Seizures, Support Group, Neurological Disorders, People with Epilepsy, Epilepsy Women's Group, Epilepsy Men's Group, Epilepsy and Seizures in Our Community, Dealing With Epilepsy At Work, living with neurological disorders, Epilepsy Fundraising, Epilepsy and Depression, Natural Healing for Epilepsy, Show more...Show less...
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Friends with Epilepsy |
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Please note that ASAN-PDX is a group that is ONLY for persons on the autistic spectrum who are 18+ and are either medically or self-diagnosed. Thank you for your understanding. (Non-autistic people are more than welcome to join us for our outside soc… |
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Autism Parents of Special Needs children Parents of Adults with Special Needs Moms Autism and Aspergers Living with Disabilities Nutrition Support group Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism Advocate
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Families w/children/adults w/AU |
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Meet other local Service Dog owners and/or trainers. Get together to share advice and companionship with others who own or train dogs to help those who are disabled live independently. Network with others to help training your own service dog. Find…
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Animal Lovers |
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ALL ANIMALS ARE WELCOME! Looking for a community who shares your interest in pet therapy or service animal work? Are you ready to learn more about how to turn your pet into a therapy hero or train a service animal to make a difference in the liv… |
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January 27, 2012
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In my search of local events and activities for my dad who has multiple sclerosis, I have found there are no groups in the area for the 30-60 yr old who just want to meet new friends. So, here we are! We are disabled adults who still want to enjoy ac… |
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January 27, 2012
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Being a caretaker is new for me. It takes a great deal of my time. I care for my mom. I also work full-time and need time for a break. Dinner, dancing, fun, laughter. Talking, discussing, coming up with ideas with an from others in the same boat. Ple… |
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January 26, 2012
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Hi, My roommate and I decided to start this group together. We both met last year. She has arthritis, while I use a chair to get around. We are both active, and love to go out. We would notice when going out with our friends that we never really saw…
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January 17, 2012
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I started this group for my son to meet, make friends, and GET OUT AND DO SOMETHING with other like minded individuals. I am hoping that we have enough interest and response to plan get togethers for mildly disabled individuals to hang out, go out, f… |
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Disabled Doers |
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January 15, 2012
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This group was created with the intention of bringing together those who want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals with disabilities. We are a 501c3 non profit organization that relies 100% on donations and the selfless help of loca…
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Disability Rights, Children with Special Needs, Parents of Special Needs Kids, Special Needs Children, Cerebral Palsy, Living with Disabilities, ADA/ADAA - Americans w/Disabilities Act & Amend.s, Writers, Artists & Musicians, Children with Cerebral Palsy, Single Volunteers, Volunteering and Community Service, Volunteering, Charity Events and Fundraisers, Charity Work, singles charity events
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January 7, 2012
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looking for young 20=30 year olds to hang with my son |
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January 6, 2012
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We decided to start this group for father's who are trying to raise kids with autism to share ideas and also provide support to each other.
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Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Autism and Asperger's, Autisme, Playdates for the Kids & Mom's Night Out, Autism and ADD/ADHD, parents of kids with autism, High Functioning Autism, Autism Moms, Parents, Living with Disabilities, Special Needs Children, Parents of Special Needs Kids, Parents of Aspergers Kids, Special Needs Families, Autism
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January 3, 2012
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The Epilepsy Foundation of San Diego County has organized this Meetup group to empower adults affected by Epilepsy. Whether you, your spouse, child, sibling, parent or ANYONE you know is affected by Epilepsy, this is the group for you. Use this s… |
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People! |
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January 2, 2012
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We are a family who inadvertently started a New Non-Profit Organization {NPO} { *(501)(c)(3) pending *} trying to raise support, awareness and assistance in several different areas for disabled Veterans, the D/deaf community and service animals in th…
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Nonprofit, Children with Special Needs, Disability Rights, Early Childhood Education/Tutoring, Engineering for Special Needs Community, Engineering of Developmental-Therapeutic Equipment, Interested in Becoming Better in ASL, Interested in Learning ASL, Linking with other Dog Owners, Living with Disabilities, Meet and Practice ASL with Others, PTSD Support Group, Service Dog, service dog training, Wounded Soldiers and Disabled Veterans
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Crew Members/Friends & More... |
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December 31, 2011
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A meetup blurb poem: I love tea and the benefits it brings. I also love music, art, technology, sociology, education, and a bunch of other things. Life can be hectic. Just making it to a meeting outside of your schedule can be nerve wracking. So…
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