Caregiver Support Group
Caregiver Support Group
These support groups provide an informal forum for discussion and information sharing among parents and caregivers of individuals diagnosed with Autism.
Facilitators are volunteers who have first-hand knowledge of living the Autism journey and have completed their training in active listening skills, group dynamics, maintaining confidentiality, and accessing resources.
These support groups can…
- Connect people with similar experiences
- Provide new resources, ideas, and suggestions
- Encourage you throughout your journey
- Celebrate successes no matter how small
- Let you know you are not alone
- Allow understanding with no judgment
Sometimes the best support and information will come from others living the same journey.
We also encourage you to join the Facebook Support Group. LET’S GET YOU CONNECTED!
Virtual Support Group
Meeting Date: 3rd Thursday of Every Month at 6:30 PM
Virtual – Must register to receive zoom link
REGISTER HERE
Meet The Facilitator, Dana Moruzzi
A little about Dana … I’m a registered dietitian and work in long-term care/skilled nursing facilities. My husband and I have a son and two dogs. Our Autism journey began when our son was diagnosed at the age of 8. I immediately sought out support and connected with the Parent-Led Support Group through the local Autism Society. Our son is now 15, and I have remained active in this support group through every stage of our journey. It has been so valuable! I’ve learned about resources and opportunities that I would not have learned about otherwise. I’ve made friendships with others who share this journey. Knowing you’re not alone makes a huge difference! I now have the opportunity to be the facilitator for this amazing group. I look forward to this new role with the support of the Autism Society of Greater Akron.
Ravenna Support Group
Meeting Dates: 4th Tuesday of Every Month at 10:00 am
Location: Reed Memorial Library, 167 E Main St, Ravenna, OH 44266
Meet The Facilitator, Trina Bullard
A little bit about Trina … I have a degree in secondary mathematics education and have worked as a teacher and data programmer. My husband and I have two sons. I have been very fortunate to be a stay-at-home mom since shortly after the birth of our first son. After our nine-year-old James, missed all of the one-year-old developmental milestones, we began our journey into the world of special needs. James was diagnosed with autism before he turned two. Our amazing journey has been filled with ups and downs but has taught me more than I could have ever imagined. James is verbal, but like so many parents, I want him to be happy now, but fear his future. Becoming involved with the Autism Society has shown me therapies and opportunities for James that I would not have known about otherwise. Our Coffee, Tea and Autism group has been such a support in my life. Hearing others’ stories and seeing their smiling, nodding, and encouraging faces have given me even more strength to be James’s primary advocate.
Support Groups Made Possible In Part By Grants From:
