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.   …

… Conditions may include: fatigue (CFS), fibromyalgia, muscle pain, sleep problems, depression, postpartum depression, panic attacks, asthma, allergies, migraines, osteoporosis, heartburn, Crohn's, IBS, neuropathy, Autism, Crohn's disease, ADD, ADHD, weight gain, type II diabetes, thyroid issues, blood pressure problems, sub-fertility issues, and many others.  

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 …

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 …

This group is for parents who seek to build community through meaningful friendships, find creativity in shaping the lives of our children, and learn parenting techniques along the way. I have decided to start this group because I too seek community and I want to share what I have learned as an early childhood educator and parent coach. It is my hope to offer many group meetings and times. Why the Art of Parenting? Just as an artist uses different brushes, colors or tools to create a painting or …

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 group is for people with social thinking challenges -- and people who love them -- who are interested in social development in the context of a fun, accepting, educational environment.  

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.

… Chronic conditions may include: fatigue (CFS), fibromyalgia, muscle pain, sleep problems, depression, postpartum depression, panic attacks, asthma, allergies, migraines, osteoporosis, heartburn, Crohn's, IBS, sciatica, ADD, ADHD, weight gain, type II diabetes, thyroid issues, blood pressure problems, Raynaud's, sub-fertility issues, and many others.

The Hopeful Child Foundation is the only art education center where families never pay for services. No child is ever denied lessons, supplies, or individual attention because of the family’s inability to pay. Artists, educators, art therapists, musicians, producers, and creative professionals should join The Hopeful Child meetup Group to help create artistic projects which help children resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behavior, reduce stress, increase self-e …

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FATHERS, not so unlike mothers, shoulder a tremendous load. They love their children, work hard, often pay through the nose and occasionally get treated like a "dead-beat dad" or yesterday's news. If you have a need for peace, for a parent plan that works, parenting education, surviving the court system or dcfs, tools to negotiate a favorable outcome for the kids of course- or how about a sanity-saving reality check for you - the father of the children, then consider this a safe, informative, sy …

A Los Angeles AD/HD..is a self-support group that meets to talk . about AD/HD related issues such as * Tips in life management * medication experiences * How AD/HD affects our relationships ** therapy/counseling/coaching etc... and create a empathetic support system