If you are the parent of a child with ADD or ADHD and are looking for help in dealing with this condition, please join Dr. Kelvin deWolfe for a highly informative two afternoon seminar that can help your child to *Improve focus *Improve concentration *Manage frustration *Reduce aggressive behavior *Build self-esteem No doubt you've tried a number of approaches in managing your child's condition. Dr. deWolfe has developed a treatment plan, using Chinese Medicine, that is quite effective. Unlike …

This is a group for parents and/or grandparents who are raising children that have been diagnosed with ADHD/ODD and any other acronym that applies. I am a single mom with a diagnosed eight year old son. So many times, I just want to scream because I don't know what to do and have no one I can talk with who really understands. I am sure there must be others like me who feel like they are all alone, who just needs a little encouragement and support. We can get together to discuss and exchange idea …

West Los Angeles Parents of children with Special Needs (Autism, ASD, ADD/ADHD, PDD... etc.) come together to hear testimonies, share stories, gather resource and fellowship with one another over the recognition that they share the bond of parallel circumstances. Through grieving the loss of a 'typical' child, learning to cherish our children with special needs, and learning how to cope and manage the challenges along the way, WLA Support Groups is filled with other parents just like you.

Working With Autism is a professional service provider for the treatment and therapy of autism spectrum disorders, ADD, ADHD, and Asperger's syndrome in Los Angeles, Santa Clarita, Ventura County, and the San Fernando Valley. Our events include educational workshops for parents and family members of all ages, professional consultation, and resources for health insurance and financial support for treatment. We are also an autism support group, bringing together families that are experiencing simi …

At Care Learning Centers, we have many different topics and functions that you can attend. ADHD Support and Personal Coaching Join us at our ADHD bi-monthly support group.  Care Learning Center will be hosting a bi-monthly support group for those with ADHD and family members affected by ADHD.  Special focus will be on adults with ADHD who are struggling with organization, goal completion, and work satisfaction. For parents and spouses affected by ADHD and family members who struggle with all th …

This group is for support, for finding local families using diet instead of medication or who simply just don't want their families eating chemicals, synthetic additives and petroleum among other things. For some this is a choice they have made for health, for others this is not a chosen way of life but a necessity to survive. For some it is like a diabetic eating sugar, you are forced to make these changes or suffer the consequences. This group is not indorsed by the Feingold Association in any …

Meet other local adults dealing with ADD and ADHD. We share our experiences, progress, thoughts and tips. The support and camaraderie really make a difference--and members are getting results. We're an adult only group, but if you're a parent of an ADD kid, you're invited! If you're a professional in the ADD field, you're invited, too, but full-disclosure upfront and no sales pitches please. Jim has taken over as the organizer of the group and the meetup site has been changed to his home resi …

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 …

Hello and I am Dr. Corey King, D.C., owner and director of Tustin Chronic Condition Center. My passion is teaching others how to handle and cope with their "chronic conditions". I am the only doctor in the Tustin area who is using neurological and metabolic therapy to help chronic conditions; specifically: fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, headaches (migraines/tension/cluster), dizziness/vertigo, insomnia, thyroid disorders, autoimmune diseases, diabetes, chronic pain, Austism Spectrum Disorders a …

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.

This group is for events, workshops and classes to encourage personal development, transformation and healing of the mind body and spirit. A special emphasis for families affected by autism, asperger's syndrome, adhd, special needs and chronic illness such as Lyme disease, etc. Types of workshops and classes we provide are: Beat the Odds Children's Drumming Circle Reiki 1 Self-Healing Class Women's Soul Circle Group Meditation Vibrational Healing and Vibrational Alignment Angel readings Treatmen …

Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) is a national non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating, empowering and supporting families affected by autism. For families who have just received the autism diagnosis, TACA aims to speed up the cycle time from the autism diagnosis to effective treatments. TACA helps to strengthen the autism community by connecting families and the professionals who can help them, allowing them to share stories and information to help improve the quality of life fo …

A group of parents and adults who have autism or other disorders that have found benefit using complementary healing modalities or are exploring complementary healing and would like more information.

Welcome to Autism Playgroup of Southern California! Looking for something FUN for your child to do that allows them to interact with their peers in a community environment? Come and join us! This playgroup offers an accepting environment where our 'Autistic Angels' can have new and flourishing experiences. Support and community are everything to parents who have a child with special needs. It can be such a relief to swap stories with other parents who understand your situation and not feel like …

Are you looking for a playgroup for your child with autism? Look no further than The Shape of Behavior Los Angeles Autism Playgroup. It's a great place to work on social skills and play skills such as greeting peers and sharing. The group is open to children of all ages, though when it grows, we will organize playgroups for specific ages, interests and skill levels. Find out more about us at www.shapeofbehavior.com or call (818) 308-7548 or 1-866-437-2165 for more information.

Hi, My name is Keely. I have a daughter that is  5 and was diagnosed with ASD at the age of 3. Katie is high functioning, but still faces challenges and has overcome a lot of obstacles. This group is for children ages 3-8 who live in the murrieta/menifee and temecula area that have been diagnosed with ASD.  We all faces our own challenges when it comes to raising our kids. I know sometimes I have to leave certain public places because my daughter has auditory and some visual sensory disorders; m …

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 …

We want to provide a safe and secure place where Jewish adults with special needs can experience fun social experiences. Most adults with special needs crave the same community and friendships as do their neurotypical counterparts. They often have difficulty in joining such a community. We give them that chance! We provide indoor and outdoor activities, such as bowling, theme parks, sporting events, game days, cooking, or just hanging out. Our staff includes a psychologist and rabbi with extensi …

Are you looking to connect with other families who have children on the autism spectrum? Do you have or know a child on the spectrum? Do you have questions? Do you have answers? Have you said "yes" to any of the above questions? This meetup is geared towards the inclusion of the entire family in meetups and playdates for not only our special needs kids, but for everyone in the family. I would like to create a community where parents can come to socialize, ask questions and get answers from o …

Hello OC Families! Footprints Behavioral Interventions is excited to host Orange County's Playgroups for Children with Autism and Special Needs! In response to parent requests for playgroups, we are thrilled to be able to offer this opportunity once every month in which we invite you to bring your entire family to join us for a couple hours of giggles and oodles of fun! Please check out our MeetUp page to find out when and where we are meeting as our venues may vary. We encourage families with c …

Loma Linda University, Center for Health Promotion has a Wholistic Medicine Clinic that treats children and adults for chronic conditions: asthma, allergies, autism, ADHD, irritable bowel, chronic fatigue, fibromyalga, etc. We are a consulting clinic and not a primary or accute care facility. Because we serve so many patients that are on a gluten and dairy free diet, we offer a free cooking and nutritional education class the 2nd Wednesday of each month 6:00 - 7:30 PM to provide support. The pub …

Community Autism Now provides resources and aid to families affected by Autism in Orange County. This meetup group is intended to be a place to post the events that we host and attend each year. Activities, fundraisers, announcements and more will be shared with the community. CAN is a California nonprofit organization with 501(c)3 status.

Does your child have behavior issues? Are other parent groups not really appropriate for you because of your child's developmental delays? Are you looking for resources to support your child with autism? You are not alone! We are a group of parents of children with autism in Northeast Los Angeles to share resources and provide peer support to one another. Parent-only informational meetings are held monthly and members also coordinate kid-friendly events as needed. NELA Autism Parent Meetings ar …

A group of women dedicated to Health and Wellness through natural treatments!Free Dinner Workshops on Balancing Hormones Naturally, Weight Loss and Nutrition, handling Digestive Disorders, Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, and ADD/ADHD.

Inspired by my two sons, Lavelle and David to let them be boys and play . I want to encourage families to feel comfortable by being around other parents who understand the special circumstances while allowing the kids to have safe play . We meet at the park, play areas, and attend fun outings . Something wonderful about expressing your thoughts with someone who "gets it." While allowing physical fitness and community awareness, We want to unify to create ideas for more resources in Carson and ma …

We are a CA non profit committed to providing autism friendly events/play dates for children with ASD. Please go to auptimism.org for more information.

Multidimensional Parenting is a complete, holistic approach to parenting that includes classes from a broad spectrum of educators.

The Family Autism Network and the Grandparents Autism Network are established and respected support groups for the autism community.  Come to our future events for fun and enlightenment. This group is being formed to support parents and caregivers of adults on the Autism Spectrum. The focus will be on families sharing resources, concerns, tips and triumphs. It will encourage other activities, social opportunities and friendships for families. The facilitator is Alexandra Rogers, Ph.D., an Orange …