Support group details
- Group Name
- Empower Autism Support Group, Youth Group - Capalaba (Bayside)
- Website
- empowerautism.org.au/
- Group Description
- A place for young people to be themselves; learn strategies to reduce anxiety, relating to others & forming friendships.
- Who can Join
- Young autistic people aged from 14 years to 18 years.
- Contact hours
- Meet every Thursday during term time, 6:00pm - 7:30pm (except public holidays)
- Where we meet
- The Jeffrey & Geraldine Underhill Community Centre, 55-57 Degen Road
- Town/Suburb
- Capalaba
- Postcode
- 4157
- Services
- A small cost/attendance (paid in advance). Separate room for parents to meet & 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 & ultimately having fun.
- Group Focus
- To assist Asperger's, ASD youth to reach their individual potential & support for their carers.
- Area serviced
- Wide Bay
- Phone contact
- (07) 3865 2911
- Contact the group by email