Welcome to Spectrum!
We're here to support the autism community through our many programs, events and resources. Our Monthly Support Groups, Respite Programs and Family Camp are geared toward supporting the entire family, while our Summer Day Camp, Overnight Camps and Social Skills Groups provide social opportunities for individuals of all abilities on the autism spectrum. Please check out the Resources we have listed for those impacted by autism and learn more about all of Spectrum’s programs by viewing the tabs above.
Featured Events & Programs
Saturday Day Camps
For Ages 5 & Up
StarShine Gala
Nov. 09
Adaptive Basketball Clinic - Nov. 16
Thanksgiving Break Camp
Nov. 25-27
Spectrum Annual Holiday Party Dec. 5
Holiday Tea
December 14
Table Talk event for Adults Ages 18 and up
Table Talk Jr. For Teens Ages 12-17 - November 16
Saturday Social Club for Adults on the spectrum
New Teen Saturday Social Club Starts Sept. 7
Mocha Matters Virtual Support Group
Neurodiverse Partners Virtual Support Group
Women on the Spectrum
ArtReach
Special Needs Screenings at Studio Movie Grill
SPECTRUM MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Oct. 3, 6:30-8 pm, Support group meetings for Parents of school age and younger children (ages 22 and under). Free social skills groups for ages 5 and up and childcare those younger and breakout for Spanish speakers will be offered.
Topic: Financial planning for a loved one with disabilities to ensure their long term security and wellbeing. Join us as we discuss creating an effective plan, understanding public benefits (SSI, SSDI, Medicaid) Special Needs Trusts and ABLE accounts, Guardianship/Conservatorship, and making decisions about the future presented by Tommy Thompson, Jr., Financial planner, Innovative Financial Group. Meeting is sponsored by IFG.
Paula Schirmer will be presenting on the same topic in Spanish in a separate breakout session.
Oct. 10, 6:30-8 pm. Parents of adults with autism and adults with autism will meet at the Spectrum Autism Support Center, 2997 Main St., Duluth, GA 30096. Parents of adults will enjoy hearing Tommy Thompson, Jr., financial advisor, Innovative Financial Group on same topic above. Meeting is sponsored by IFG.
A social support group is offered for adults who have finished high school, ages 18 and up and facilitated by All Kids First staff.
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Congratulations to our October star of the month! Congratulations to our October star of the month! We thank our Spectrum star of the month for October, Nivi Sadish, who chose to do her Eagle Scout project with Spectrum Autism Support…
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Spectrum Story Bank
Please submit your story on how Spectrum Autism Support Group has made a difference in the life of you and/or your family. You have the option to upload a photo/video of yourself or your family for us to share on our website and social media or in grant writing. You can create a short video clip explaining the impact Spectrum made on your life as your submission. You can speak about how a particular Spectrum program benefited you, a connection you made through Spectrum, etc. We will choose one story to share on our social media each month, and the winner will receive a $25 gift card.
Learn more about Spectrum, our events and programs, and help spread the word! Download and print our informational brochure available in English, Spanish and Korean. Download Here.
Help support our summer camp and education programs, raise autism awareness and contribute to the overall success of children with autism in our community. Click here to donate.
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