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• AS Adults Social Night Meeting

  • When
    30 May 2019
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Power Neighbourhood House, 54 Power Ave, Ashwood 3147

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  AS Adults Social NIght

  6pm BBQ and 8pm Games Night

  
  

  Come and join with like-minded Aspergers adults, to take advantage of a 5th Thursday in the month of May, for an extra social night just to enjoy each other's company, over a few board games and a Bar-Be-Que.

  Cost::  Please pay $5.00 online with your registration.  Includes a simple BBQ dinner of sausages and bread and covers admin costs for this extra May event. Indicate any dietary intolerances/allergies in your registration form.  

  This group is for our older Adult peer group attendees.  It is more suitable for those who are aged 35 years and over, although younger adults may still attend if they wish to.  (Young adults may prefer to attend the other younger adult meetings: see our event list).
  

  This Group is for Aspergers Victoria members. The usual monthly meeting is held on the 3rd Thursday of each month across each year. When there is a 5th Thursday in the month, we usually hold an additional social night, such as this meeting. If you are not a member you can come for one session as a guest to try and see if the group suits your needs.  After that we ask you to join us a a member here, to continue attending and enjoy member prices (on events with a cost) as well as other member value and benefits as part of our community. 
  

  This page is for booking places only.

  Please Note: If you have any further queries about the booking procedures or have missed the booking deadline, please email admin@aspergersvic.org.au 

  Contact Details:  Colin Pickthall asadults@aspergersvic.org.au

  Getting There:  Plenty parking in the area, or take the train to Homesglen station and walk about 6 minutes to the venue. 

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• Partners Peer Group Meeting

  • When
    6 Jun 2019
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Power Neighbourhood House, 54 Power Ave, Ashwood 3147

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  Partners Peer Group Meeting

  
  

  Our AV Partners Support Group Meetings are for adults who have (or have had) partners with Aspergers or on the autism spectrum.  Couples may be formally diagnosed or not; co-habiting or not. Note the new venue at Power Neighbourhood House

  These meetings allow us to share experiences, offer peer support & gain information.The group also often organises enjoyable in-house activities. 

  Getting There:  If driving, free parking is available in surrounding streets.  By Public Trasport:  Take the train to Holmesglen station and walk about 6 minutes to the venue. There is also a route 624 Oakleigh bus that stops right out the front of the house.  

  For more information please contact partners@aspergersvic.org.au or our groups assistant at admin@aspergersvic.org.au

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• Eastern Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  • When
    7 Jun 2019
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Salvation Army hall, rear of 45-53 Wantirna Rd, Ringwood Vic 3134

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  Eastern Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  
  

  This group is a place for Parents, Grandparents and Carers (of a person with Aspergers or Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1) to meet, share their experiences and support each other. 

  We have a range of parents who attend, who have children of varying ages from toddlers through to young adults. The group is structured/facilitated to allow opportunity for all attendees to talk if they wish. 

  Some months are focused on a topic of interest. Attendance varies from month to month, and it's great to talk to others who have been through similar challenges. 

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• Dungeons & Dragons Group

  • When
    9 Jun 2019
  •  
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Power Neighbourhood House, 54 Power Ave, Ashwood Vic 3147
  • Spaces left
    27

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  Dungeons & Dragons Group

  
  

  Aspergers Victoria and Power Neighbourhood House invite you to come and play Dungeons & Dragons!

  The first round will start in Term 2 2019 on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month: This 3rd  session is on Sunday 9th June (last session is also listed separately for Sun 23rd June)

  Time:  2pm to 5pm at Power Neighbourhood House.  

  This group was initiated after a successful D&D event last November and with the will from the existing teens group run by our new friends at Power Neighbourhood House, as a space where fans of D&D can play in a friendly environment with others who share their passion.  

  Costs:   AV / PNH Members $5 Non-Members $10 .  Prices per session AV/PNH members will be given priorty as spaces are limited. 

  How to Pay:  Please bring cash on the day. Please register prior to attending as it helps us anticipate numbers for set up and volunteer support required. 

  Aspergers Victoria and Power Neighbourhood House volunteers with lived experience wil run the sessions and welcome new families. All AV volunteers have a Working With Children Check.  Refer to our Groups page for more information. 

  Attendees should be independent in a group setting, with no carers in the game group.  Our peer leaders are very encouraging and welcoming with their peers.. 

  If you wish to join join Aspergers Victoria please go to our secure website att https://aspergersvic.org.au/join-us

  Please Note: For those aged under 18 years, a parent or carer is required to stay on the premises.  You are invited to join any other parents in another area of the house nearby.

  We would welcome a tax deductible donation to support further training of our peer leaders and other volunteers.

  Getting There:   There is street parking or parking at Power Neighbourhood House car park is also fine. The venue is approximately 10 minutes' walk from Homeglen station, which is serviced by the Glen Waverley line and various bus e.g 903.. 

  Contact Details:    Gayle Vermont, Groups Co-Ordinator, groups@aspergersvic.org.au on 0412 113 105 or Carol at Power Neighbourhood House 0432 150 799. Or Emma for booking/membership inquiries a admin@aspergersvic.org.au

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• Social Butterflies Peer Mentor Group

  • When
    14 Jun 2019
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Power Neighbourhood House, 54 Power Ave, Ashwood Vic 3147
  • Spaces left
    50

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  "Social Butterflies" Group

  Teen Girls & Non-Binary Social Group

  
  

  Join us for a DIY glow-in-the-dark mason lanterns making and birthday celebration for Gayle! Come and have fun making lanterns and chatting with new  friends! Meet our peer mentors, Veronica, Sunny and Anna, who are always up for a chat. Bring along an old tshirt for the lantern-making  We're meeting at  Power Neighbourhood House.

  Cost (Per Teen):  $15 AV members or $25 Non-Members. Includes Equipment for activities and pizza (frozen) for teens and parents. Please pay prior to atending with your registration. No cash on the night please, it put unnecessary stress on our volunteers. 

  This group was initiated and designed by our peer mentors, as a space where girls can get together and share ideas and experiences.  It is for ages 12 to 18 as an extension of our teens group.  

  Aspergers Victoria volunteers with lived experience run all meetings and welcome new families. All group leaders have a Working With Children Check.  Refer to our Groups page for more information. 

  Our teen attendees should be independent in a group setting, with no carers in the Teen group.  Our Teen group and peer leaders are very encouraging and welcoming with their peers.. 
  

  If you are not a member you can come try the group and then join Aspergers Victoria at https://aspergersvic.org.au/join-us

  Please Note: A parent or carer is required to stay on the premises.  You are invited to join the other parents to catch up on your month in another area nearby. We will give the teens an intake form (for first visit only) and a feedback form at the end of the event to complete. 

  We would welcome a tax deductible donation to support further training of our peer leaders and other volunteers.

  Getting There:   There is street parking or parking at Power Neighbourhood House car park is also fine. The venue is approximately 10 minutes' walk from Holmeglen station, which is serviced by the Glen Waverley line and various bus e.g 903.. 

  Contact Details:    Gayle Vermont, Groups Co-Ordinator, groups@aspergersvic.org.au          0412 113 105.

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• Womens & Non-Binary Gender Group

  • When
    15 Jun 2019
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Power Neighbourhood House, 54 Power Ave, Ashwood Vic 3147

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  Womens & Non-Binary Gender Group 

  
  

  Meet other Aspergers women for a cuppa and a chat, gain insights and to share your experiences in a friendly, inclusive environment. Age is no limit!

  Aspergers Victoria volunteers with lived experience run all meetings and welcome new attendees. Meetings are held monthly on the 3rd Saturday from February to December except public holidays.
  

  Contact Details:  Gayle Vermont groups@aspergersvic.org.au 0412 113 105
  

  Getting There:  If driving, free parking is available on site or in surrounding streets.  By Public Trasport:  Take the Glen Waveryley line train to Holmesglen, or various bus routes service the station. Power Neighbourhood House is approximately a 6 minute walk from the station. 

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• AS Adults Group Meeting

  • When
    20 Jun 2019
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Power Neighbourhood House, 54 Power Ave, Ashwood 3147

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  AS Adults Meet Up Group

  Topic: To be confirmed

  
  

  Come and join with like-minded Aspergers adults, for our regular monthly discussion meeting. This month we will be discussing the following topic:  To be determined. 

  This group is for our older Adult peer group attendees.  It is more suitable for those who are aged 35 years and over, although younger adults may still attend if they wish to.  (Young adults may prefer to attend the other younger adult meetings: see our event list).
  

  This Group is for Aspergers Victoria members and has been meeting up on the 3rd Thursday of each month across each year for some time. If you are not a member you can come for one session and pay more - or join here and enjoy our member price as well as other member value and benefits as part of our community. 
  

  This page is for booking places only.

  Please Note: If you have any further queries about the booking procedures or have missed the booking deadline, please email admin@aspergersvic.org.au 

  Contact Details:  Colin Pickthall asadults@aspergersvic.org.au

  Getting There:  Plenty parking in the area, or take the train to Holmesglen station and walk about 6 minutes to the venue. 

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• Dungeons & Dragons Group

  • When
    23 Jun 2019
  •  
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Power Neighbourhood House, 54 Power Ave, Ashwood Vic 3147
  • Spaces left
    27

  Register

  Dungeons & Dragons Group

  
  

  Aspergers Victoria and Power Neighbourhood House invite you to come and play Dungeons & Dragons! 

  The first round will start in Term 2 2019 on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month: This last of four  sessions for the term is on Sunday 23rd June (earlier sessions from 12th May to 9th June are also listed separately)

  Time:  2pm to 5pm at Power Neighbourhood House.  

  This group was initiated after a successful D&D event last November and with the will from the existing teens group run by our new friends at Power Neighbourhood House, as a space where fans of D&D can play in a friendly environment with others who share their passion.  

  Costs:   AV / PNH Members $5 Non-Members $10 .  Prices per session AV/PNH members will be given priorty as spaces are limited. 

  How to Pay:  Please bring cash on the day. Please register prior to attending as it helps us anticipate numbers for set up and volunteer support required. 

  Aspergers Victoria and Power Neighbourhood House volunteers with lived experience wil run the sessions and welcome new families. All AV volunteers have a Working With Children Check.  Refer to our Groups page for more information. 

  Attendees should be independent in a group setting, with no carers in the game group.  Our peer leaders are very encouraging and welcoming with their peers.. 

  If you wish to join join Aspergers Victoria please go to our secure website att https://aspergersvic.org.au/join-us

  Please Note: For those aged under 18 years, a parent or carer is required to stay on the premises.  You are invited to join any other parents in another area of the house nearby.

  We would welcome a tax deductible donation to support further training of our peer leaders and other volunteers.

  Getting There:   There is street parking or parking at Power Neighbourhood House car park is also fine. The venue is approximately 10 minutes' walk from Homeglen station, which is serviced by the Glen Waverley line and various bus e.g 903.. 

  Contact Details:    Gayle Vermont, Groups Co-Ordinator, groups@aspergersvic.org.au on 0412 113 105 or Carol at Power Neighbourhood House 0432 150 799. Or Emma for booking/membership inquiries a admin@aspergersvic.org.au

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• Southern Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  • When
    28 Jun 2019
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    456 North Rd, Ormond Vic 3204 (Upstairs)

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  Southern Group Parents & Carers Peer Group

  
  

  This group is a place for Parents, Grandparents and Carers (of a person with Aspergers or High Functioning Autism) to meet, share their experiences and support each other. 
  

  We have a range of parents who attend, who have children of varying ages from toddlers through to young adults. The group is structured/facilitated to allow opportunity for all attendees to talk if they wish. 

  Discussion Topic:

  We will go around the table as usual and encourage new people to tell us their story,

  Attendance varies from month to month, and it's great to talk to others who have been through similar challenges. 
  

  The building lies on North Rd, between Wheatley Rd & Queen St. Parking is available in these streets. Please do not park in the driveway as it is for the office workers only. Come straight in, up the stairs & you'll find us.
  

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• Eastern Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  • When
    2 Aug 2019
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Salvation Army hall, rear of 45-53 Wantirna Rd, Ringwood Vic 3134

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  Eastern Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  
  

  This group is a place for Parents, Grandparents and Carers (of a person with Aspergers or Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1) to meet, share their experiences and support each other. 

  We have a range of parents who attend, who have children of varying ages from toddlers through to young adults. The group is structured/facilitated to allow opportunity for all attendees to talk if they wish. 

  Some months are focused on a topic of interest. Attendance varies from month to month, and it's great to talk to others who have been through similar challenges. 

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• Eastern Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  • When
    6 Sep 2019
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Salvation Army hall, rear of 45-53 Wantirna Rd, Ringwood Vic 3134

  Register

  Eastern Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  
  

  This group is a place for Parents, Grandparents and Carers (of a person with Aspergers or Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1) to meet, share their experiences and support each other. 

  We have a range of parents who attend, who have children of varying ages from toddlers through to young adults. The group is structured/facilitated to allow opportunity for all attendees to talk if they wish. 

  Some months are focused on a topic of interest. Attendance varies from month to month, and it's great to talk to others who have been through similar challenges. 

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• Eastern Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  • When
    1 Nov 2019
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Salvation Army hall, rear of 45-53 Wantirna Rd, Ringwood Vic 3134

  Register

  Eastern Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  
  

  This group is a place for Parents, Grandparents and Carers (of a person with Aspergers or Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1) to meet, share their experiences and support each other. 

  We have a range of parents who attend, who have children of varying ages from toddlers through to young adults. The group is structured/facilitated to allow opportunity for all attendees to talk if they wish. 

  Some months are focused on a topic of interest. Attendance varies from month to month, and it's great to talk to others who have been through similar challenges. 

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• Eastern Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  • When
    6 Dec 2019
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Salvation Army hall, rear of 45-53 Wantirna Rd, Ringwood Vic 3134

  Register

  Eastern Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  
  

  This group is a place for Parents, Grandparents and Carers (of a person with Aspergers or Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1) to meet, share their experiences and support each other. 

  We have a range of parents who attend, who have children of varying ages from toddlers through to young adults. The group is structured/facilitated to allow opportunity for all attendees to talk if they wish. 

  Some months are focused on a topic of interest. Attendance varies from month to month, and it's great to talk to others who have been through similar challenges. 

  Show details