Adults

Ages 18+

Social Events

ASPIRE (Autism Spectrum Pursuing Interest, Recreation and Entertainment) — an acronym invented by our adults — was developed in response to the request from adults for community-based gatherings. The purpose of ASPIRE is to foster development and sustainment of friendships by connecting with others who may have similar interests. There is also an ASPIRE 40+ group.

Program Criteria

  • Must be over 18 years old and have graduated high school
  • Able to function independently in public (no parents or caregivers)
  • Handle own funds/cards for purchases they may make
  • Desire to socialize with others
  • Be psychologically stable (no Baker Acts or self-harm for at least 3 months)
  • Refrain from physical and verbal aggression
  • Parents/guardians must be available by cell for emergencies

Skill Building Programs

Level Up is designed for young adults (ages 18-24) in their final years of high school or recent graduates. The program aims to equip participants with essential life skills, fostering greater independence and readiness for future responsibilities.

Level Up focuses on applying self-regulation strategies to manage emotions and behavior, strengthening conversational skills in appropriate social contexts, deepening understanding and application of theory of mind, exploring dating and relationships, and building the skills and knowledge necessary for greater adult independence.

Upcoming Events

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Adults 18+ Brevard County
Wickham Park: 2500 Parkway Drive Melbourne, FL 32935

ASPIRE- Art & Craft Expo

This is a FREE event for ages 18+ in partnership with our Brevard Community Connect friends at Mindshift NeuroDynamics in

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Adults 18+ Seminole County
Gator's Dockside Winter Springs, 5275 Red Bug Lake Rd, Winter Springs, FL 32708, USA

Dinner & Trivia

Join PALS & friends at a NEW trivia location in Winter Springs! Constituents arrive at 6:30 pm, sit at a

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Adults 18+ Orange County
4Roots Farm Education Building, 1101 John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL 32804, USA

Family Health & Culinary Skills Event

The Sunshine Spectrum Support Group is back with a new focus on family health and support. If you have an

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