Portland Aspergers Network is a parent support organization in Portland, Oregon.
We assist
families of children with Asperger's Syndrome and autism spectrum disorders.
Coming Up:
Game Club
6:30 - 10:00 p.m.
Second Friday of each month
West Linn Lutheran Church
20390 Willamette Drive
West Linn, Oregon
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Teen Club @ Game Club
6:30 - 10:00 p.m.
Second Friday of each month
West Linn Lutheran Church
20390 Willamette Drive
West Linn, Oregon
directions »
Contact:
Portland Aspergers Network
Recommended Resources:
AUTISM SOCIETY OF OREGON
a statewide organization for autism support and advocacy
includes a program for young adults and for parents with adults children
PORTLAND ADULT RESOURCES
provides links to resources for adults with aspergers
DISABILITY COMPASS
online community and searchable database for people with disabilities
ASAN - PDX
advocacy group for adults 18+ with autism
DISABILITY RIGHTS OREGON
an advocacy and legal resource for people with disabilities
AUTISM OREGON
provides links to resources for people with autism
EASTER SEALS: AUTISM
links and resources for people with autism and parents of autistic children
WHAT IS ASPERGER'S SYNDROME?
Asperger's Syndrome is autistic spectrum disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction, motor delays, adherence to routines, average to above-average intelligence, and preoccupation with a particular subject of interest. learn more »
ASPERGERS NETWORK PROGRAMS:
Online Community
This is a moderated Internet chat group comprised of parents from around Oregon and SW Washington.
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Game Club
A monthly event where Aspergers kids, ages 5 to 18, can be themselves while engaging in activities they love. They eat great snacks, play video games and board games and trade Pokemon cards all night long. Meets monthly.
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Teen Club
Twice monthly activities for teens 13 and older are held at various locations: LaserTag, rock wall climbing, movies, LAN Parties, and a chance to meet others in an accepting environment.
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Parent Support Group Meetings
Meetings feature guest speakers that provide professional services to the Aspergers community. Meetings are also a chance for informal interactions between parents, who share information and experiences. Meetings are 4 times a year (Jan, Apr, July, Oct).
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Resource Directory
We host this helpful guide created and maintained independently by one of our members. It includes support groups, social skills groups, workshops, events, doctors, summer camps, books, web sites and more.
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Me Time
Monthly support group meetings for caregivers to young adults and adults with Asperger's Syndrome.
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