Mind the Gap: Parent Education and Support Group
The Mind the Gap: Parent Education and Support Group offers guidance and support for families who have a child on a waitlist for autism evaluations or services. Parents who are concerned their child is showing signs of autism spectrum disorder are also welcome to join and learn more.
Virtual meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. EST via Zoom. Mind the Gap support group meetings are free to attend, but registration is required. Zoom login information will be emailed to you following registration.
Register for Mind the Gap: Parent Education and Support Group
Upcoming meetings & topics:
February 5, 2025
Participants will:
- Engage with a mother with lived experience and autism.
- Discuss tips and tricks for navigating the system of care and processes.
- Understand different supports available in the community.
March 5, 2025
Participants will:
- Understand strategies to improve skills at home.
- Discuss activities, toys, games and books that support different developmental activities.
- Understand key milestones for development.
April 2, 2025
Participants will:
- Understand neurodiversity and concepts related to the neurodiverse community.
- Discuss advocacy strategies to support neurodiversity.
- Learn the value of neurodiverse societal views.
May 7, 2025
Participants will:
- Recognize the need for safety strategies for their child with autism.
- Understand strategies for safety for children with autism.
- Discuss safety needs specific to children with autism.
June 4, 2025
Participants will:
- Discuss unique situations when parenting a teen with autism.
- Learn strategies to support their teen with autism.
- Discuss the transition from pediatric care to adult care.
If you have any questions, please email Amy Burt at alburt@hsc.wvu.edu.