June Hybrid Support Group

Meet, interact & get/receive support with other adults on the autism spectrum without judgment.
Either Join in Person at the Easttown Library, or join online via Zoom.
*** To attend online, message Greg Bannett for the Zoom link!!! (at https://www.facebook.com/greg.bannett/) ****
Meeting Agenda:
--Attendee Intros
--Review Meeting Discussion Guidelines
--Open Discussion (Autism/Social Related Topics; Who is having challenges & needs support? )
--Ideas for the August social meetup
--Stand up, pace, stim, or otherwise take a short break before topic discussion
--Meeting Topic: "Interpersonal Communication" - The issue of talking with other in different social situations comes up a lot at meetings. Neurotypical interactions usually cause much confustion. This includes family, co-workders, classmates, friends, & other people. Which settings, situations, and people cause you the most challenges? Who have you done to adjust? Share your views & experiences.
--Time permitting
-Plan discussion topics for upcoming meetings
-Mention the inactive Autism Lending Library
--4:00 End of Meeting & Social Time
--4:20: Close out Zoom
Meeting Discussion guidelines:
--Confidentiality
--Treat people where they are without judgement/shame
--Ask group for permission on sensitive topics; Give trigger warnings
--Speak one at a time
--Receive & Give Support
--Don't give advice unless it's asked for
--Allow all to participate; Avoid dominating discussion

Contact Greg Bannett for any questions or concerns:
https://www.facebook.com/greg.bannett/
[email protected]