Yvonne & Friends Meetup Group was formed to provide safe and caring social activities for developmentally disabled adults and their families in the community. Our focus centers on replacing the social segregation and isolation that are experienced by some developmentally disabled. We will do this by providing wide-ranging activities that are designed to promote their independence. We also offer the opportunity to have fun with their friends and to make new ones. The entire family is urged to joi …

Inviting all of our San Diego community, parents, donors, volunteers, friends, family and people who advocate or support people with intellectual or developmental disabilities (Autism Spectrum Disorders, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome) and other barriers to employment to meet other people just like you. We are here to provide a space for parents and supporters of adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities to advocate and fundraise to create more jobs and change the lives of adu …

Mamis! ¡Mamis! Do you have a child with a disability or special needs? Do you have a child with autism? / ¿Tu hij@ tiene algún tipo de discapacidad o necesidades especiales? ¿Tu hij@ tiene autismo? We have meetings for Latina mothers to get information, resources, and support for you and your child. / Tenemos juntas para madres para conseguir informacion, recursos, y apoyo para ti y tu hij@. Last Wednesday of every month, 9:30 am / El ultimo miercoles de cada mes, 9:30am Free Food / Comida Grati …

This group is sponsored by Awakenings Health Institute located in Solana Beach. www.awakeningshealth.org We are here to get people together and help spread the news about social events happening around San Diego for people with neurological disorders: Stroke, Spinal Cord Injuries, Wounded Warriors, Amputees, Ataxia, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, Traumatic Brain Injury, etc. For Group Organizers and Facilitators: Please feel free to share your events with our group. We ask in return you share …

This group is for anyone who is interested in the GAPS nutritional protocol. Members will receive education and support from two certified GAPS practitioners and other members who are living the GAPS lifestyle. GAPS is an acronym for Gut And Psychology/Physiology Syndrome and was coined by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride. She holds a Degree in Medicine and  Postgraduate Degrees in both Neurology and Human Nutrition. In 1998 Dr. Campbell-McBride set up The Cambridge Nutrition Clinic where she specia …

Bringing together parents, professionals and people with special needs in order to educate, enrich and empower the special needs community. Offering seminars and trainings by local special needs professionals such as advocates, teachers, speech language pathologists, doctors, psychologists, and attorneys. Topics will include advocacy, special education rights and services, speech language issues, sensory and transition to adulthood. We will also provide social and recreational resources and oppo …

Recognizing the lack of resources in the Inland Empire area, we felt the need to provide a grief, loss and family support Group. This Group hopes to meet the following needs of the community: The loss of a child due to a miscarriage or still birth for any reason, the loss of a child due to a disability, disease or illness. Mom's, Dad's and other friends and family members are encouraged to attend. We specifically focus on the loss of a child during pregnancy (for any reason) or after your child …

This meetup is a community based support and educational structure designed for people to share experiences, learn about GAPS, learn new recipes, and have questions answered by GAPS Practitioners. All GAPS clients and anybody who is interested in learning about GAPS may attend. GAPS is an acronym that was trademarked for Gut and Psychology Syndrome by Dr. Natasha Campbell McBride in 1988. Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride holds a Degree in Medicine and Postgraduate Degrees in both Neurology and Human …

I am starting this for my brother (47, slight cerebral palsy and learning disabilities) who is a sweet kind guy but who has had some extra challenges in life...he is moving to San Diego and I want him to have a group of friends who like  to do fun things folks who are nice, smart, and maybe challenged by light handicaps or learning disabilities or social anxiety etc. etc. ANYONE is welcome if the interest is in being with a group of folks who are like minded- and who want to go to movies, hiking …

This is a group for anyone interested in learning more about Cochlear and Baha implants. I started this group to meet other cochlear implant recipients as well any people interested in the technology. If hearing aids no longer help you this is a meet up for you as well.  Understanding hearing loss is the first step to treating it. Learn more about hearing loss and its common causes, impacts and treatments so you can make informed and confident decisions. If you have a severe to profound hearing …

“Play is a powerful intervention tool” MISSION:Social Kiddos Playdates (SKP) strives to engage children with Autism mentally, physically and most importantly, socially. SKP is open to parents, professionals and members of the community interested in improving the lives of anyone affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. We serve as a non-profit group with a solid parent-volunteer base that collectively meets regularly for enrichment activities. ABOUT/ Social Kiddos Playdates: (SKP) stemmed from W …

"The FIRM BNI" is a nine year old award winning business networking group in Orange County that meets at the Mesa Verde Country Club in Costa Mesa, CA, on Wednesday mornings from 7:15AM-9:00AM. Our numbers speak for themselves:  Reporting period October-October. * 2007: Total number of members 17. Total revenue generated from referrals: $510,000. * 2008: Total number of members 25. Total revenue generated from referrals: $1,075,000. * 2009: Total number of members 27. Total revenue generated …

Here is your chance to connect with moms who understand how you feel because we have children just like yours! This group is open to mothers of children with developmental delays, autism (anywhere on the spectrum), ADD/ADHD or other special needs. Whether you’re new to it all, or “seen it all,” please join us! We meet on the first Friday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Coffee Table in Eagle Rock for support, sharing, networking and caffeine.

Hey we all are movers and groovers from the IE to San Diego! But once a month we (professionals, families, troops, vets, moms, groups, college students, etc) support our local Heroes by watching a newly released movie at Cal Oaks Readings Cinema in Murrieta...our attendance helps gives groceries to disabled vets and their families...plus we get free stuff like gift certificates, and more! Join VIP status and get a FREE MOVIE TICKET to either Regal or Readings Cinema...www.vetsupportnet.org

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 group to educate yourself and benefit from the experience, strength and hope of others. Find our ever-growing support forum on Facebook!   (70 members as of 10/14/2012) SD Epilepsy Friends   http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/223395564368812/

Meet other local Parents of Kids with ADHD and/or Learning Differences. Gather for support, advice, and companionship. All Parents and Professionals in the areas of education and support for children with learning differences are welcome to attend.

7/2/12 Welcome to~ Reagan's Regiments ~Tea Party Activists of America ~ - Volunteers for 2012 - About us: We support the Constitution, the Founding Fathers principles, The Tea Party, and Ronald Reagan Conservativism of limited government, and individual and national prosperity through low taxes. From David K, organizer : In Ronald Reagan's farewell speech on Jan. 11, 1989, he referred to his volunteers as , " Reagan's Regiments ..." The number one goal of our group at this time,and for some ti …

Philippians 2:4 " ... do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others." Hi , My name is Dave and I decided to start this group as the result of seeing the needs of my best friend who has epilepsy. Please join if you have epilepsy, are a friend or relative of someone with epilepsy, or you wish to volunteer and help with the needs of those woth epilepsy. There are various areas and topics one can address concerning epilepsy as a support group so all m …

Small Talk Discussion Group is a community of parents that meets once every 4-8 weeks to discuss the experience related to their young children’s language development. The group is facilitated by a licensed speech-language pathologist to provide some gentle guidance and suggestions; however the group primarily intends to promote interactive discussions about the challenges and successes during a child's early speech & language development. The direction of the group is left up to the participa …

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.

This meetup is primarily for walking, biking, and hiking.  We also do other activites such as yoga, 5k events in the community, beach clean up, standup paddleboarding, etc.  We meet to exercise, make friends, and have fun.  Having a good attitude is a must!!  Disabled atheletes welcome.  All ages and abilities welcome. DISCLAIMER: By being a member of this walking group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any and all group functions. You further agree …

Miss the days of John Wayne, Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, Bonanza and The Big Valley? Even the movie Tombstone? All those great westerns. Enjoy the feel of the old west when days were simple. You can even play cowboy and cowgirl for the day. Oak Meadows Ranch is a western style horse rescue and horse sanctuary. Blue Pearl Project is a non profit corporation here to save the unwanted, starving horses and share them with the community and for those who want a horse but can't afford horseboarding and fe …

Über Mammoth Ski & Board, a skiing & snowboarding group, is a new online MeetUp community of active skiers and snowboarders (primarily southern California) interested in enjoying the best of coordinated condo-sharing weekends plus at Mammoth Mountain, our favorite winter resort. READY? If your idea of fashionable winter attire includes a powder skirt, gore-tex®, goggles, layers, and a season pass, then you've found your people! MEMBERS: Via MeetUp and word of mouth, we are building a core grou …

The Special Needs Trusts Administration Study Group meets once a month to discuss topics that are relevant to special needs trusts. We meet at the Hazard Center Doubletree hotel and feature a guest speaker at each event. All are welcome to attend and there is no cost to join the group.

Providing a forum to bring together parents, professionals and those with special needs to share information, resources, hope and support in order to support and enrich those with special needs and their families. We will also offer trainings and seminars by advocates, doctors, lawyers and other organizations to assist families in navigating the challenges which special needs families face.

Welcome to Couple Helping Couples support group. This group is made up of couples with special needs kids, working together to strengthen and develop the parent's adult relationship. Maintaining, and nurturing the adult relationship is tough for any parents; keeping that adult relationship going can be more difficult and challenging for parents with special needs kids. Our meetings are about couples coming together: • To Support • Problem Solve • Build motivation • Receive Encouragement • Improv …

Network with other local outdoor and wilderness enthusiasts. Meet with others who enjoy spending time exploring by camping, backpacking, hiking, climbing, kayaking, biking, touring, and various other ways. Members of this group are willing to help new members fit right in. No matter what your level of experience (beginner, intermediate, or advanced) or whether you’re single or a couple, you’re welcome to participate! Along with all our outdoor adventures we have some social activities as well (m …

The TCM Classic Movie Fan Club is targeted to Southern California viewers of the Turner Classic Movie network (though we are a fan group and NOT directly affiliated with TCM or its parent company Time Warner). Members of our free, non-commercial group will have the chance to attend classic movie outings and see these films on the big screen in an audience setting with other like-minded TCM viewers and classic movie buffs throughout Southern California (and especially in the greater Los Angeles a …