Resources - Support Groups
Support groups are listed when they come to our attention and changes such as location, date or time are made likewise. If you have a group that you would like to be listed, fill out information form and send to: info@asmonline.org. If you do not find a group in your area, please call ASM for further assistance: 1-800-273-5200.
You may want to call the contact person for the support group you want to attend make sure the group is meeting as listed.
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Adult Social Function: For Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
Meets one evening monthly for conversation, games, activities, outings and refreshments.
Day: 2nd Thursday of the month
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Maine General Medical Center, 35 Medical Center Parkway (Cafeteria), Augusta
Contact: Call the Autism Society of Maine if you would like to join the group: 1-800-273-5200
Aroostook Autism Support Group
Location: Aroostook Medical Center, Presque Isle
Day: First Wednesday of every month
Time: 6:00pm
Contact: Maeghan Sheehan Swanson (207) 554-0482 or Lisa Brewer (207) 227-0601
Website: https://www.facebook.com/aroostookautismsupport/
Friendly Connections Social Group
A social group to provide opportunities for adults (21+) with ASD to participate in fun social activities and make new friends.
Location:116 Bangor Mall Blvd., Bangor
Day: Last Saturdays of the month
Contact: Debbie Pennesi for more information and location of walk: debpennesi58@verizon.net or phone: 774-258-2480
Parent to Parent of Maine
Connecting families to a network of support & information
Contact: 1-800-870-7746
Website: http://www.mpf.org
Teen Social Group (ages 11-18)
Location: Autism Society of Maine, 72 B Main St., Winthrop
Day: 2nd Friday of the Month
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Contact: Cathy Dionne - asm@asmonline.org or 1-800-273-5200
Please call ASM for Youth Group criteria before attending your first meeting.
Parent/Guardian group with Cathy Dionne is optional to attend while children are in their group.
Teen Social Group (ages 13-19)
Must be accompanied by an adult, open to the community.
Location: The Progress Center Building #2, 35 Cottage St., Norway
Day: 1st Monday of each month
Time: 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Contact: Melanie Ryerson 207-890-3179 melanieryerson@progresscentermaine.org if you are interested in joining the group
Topics on Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Caregiver's Support Group
Location: First Congregational Church of Bridgton, 33 S. High St., Bridgton
Day: Third Tuesday of the Month
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Contact: Kendra (207) 256-7393
topicsonasdbridgton@gmail.com
York County Autistic Adults Support Group
Topics, Discussions, and Speakers
Location: Kennebunk Public Library, 112 Main St., Kennebunk
Day: 4th Saturday of each month
Time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Contact: Wilma Wake 207-329-9730 wilma.wake@gmail.com
Youth Social Group (ages 6-12)York County Autistic Adults Support Group
Must be accompanied by an adult, open to the community.
Location: The Progress Center Building #2, 35 Cottage St., Norway
Day: 3rd Monday of each month
Time: 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Contact: Melanie Ryerson 207-890-3179 melanieryerson@progresscentermaine.org if you are interested in joining the group
Social Networking Online
Social networking is becoming increasingly popular for those who cannot go to a support group or choose to connect online.
My Autism Team is a reputable and friendly place to connect with other parents. Make your connection with other parents by their town and
age and gender of their child.