Support group details
- Group Name
- Empower Autism Support Group, Youth Group - Mango HIll
- Website
- empowerautism.org.au/
- Social Media
- www.facebook.com/EmpowerAutismAU
- Group Description
- A place for young people to be themselves; learn strategies to reduce anxiety, relating to others and forming friendships.
- Who can Join
- Young autistic people aged from 14 years to 18 years.
- Contact hours
- Meet every Friday during term time, 6:00pm - 7:30pm (except public holidays)
- Where we meet
- see website for details
- Town/Suburb
- Mango Hill
- Postcode
- 4509
- Services
- A small cost/attendance (paid in advance). Separate room for parents to meet and share their experiences whilst they wait. Newsletter, library. Groups are run by experienced volunteer facilitators many of whom have lived experience.
- More Info
- A safe environment for acceptance, social interactions, forming friendships, learning coping strategies, practicing new skills and ultimately having fun.
- Group Focus
- To assist Asperger's, ASD youth to reach their individual potential and support for their carers.
- Area serviced
- Wide Bay
- Phone contact
- (07) 3865 2911
- Contact the group by email