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• Online Parents & Carers Peer Group Meeting

  • When
    3 Jun 2020
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:00 PM (UTC+10:00)
  • Location
    Zoom Online Meeting. Access Link once registration completed

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  Parents & Carers Hub: Online / Phone Peer Meeting Discussion with Guest Speakers:

  "Benefits of animal-assisted therapy with ASD"

  
  

  This month we have an interesting speaker from our community to shine a light on how our loved ones can reap positive benefits  from therapy that involves having animals as a form of treatment. (e.g. dogs, horses)  We have asked clinical psychologist Leanne Winter & provisional psychologist Shelby Bengtsson & "Napoleon" the King Charles Cavalier Spaniel rom Mullum Rd Clinic to join us our meeting for some of the session.

  We will also talk about how to look after ourselves with the challenges of balancing this with caring for ourselves and all the usual demands of being parents.  This will again be an online meeting via a web-based application called Zoom.See below for more information on what Zoom is and how to access the meeting with it. 

  This peer meeting is for parents, grandparents and carers (of a person with Aspergers / Autism Spectrum Disorder Level ASD 1-2) 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 facilitated to allow opportunity for all attendees to talk if they wish. Attendance varies from month to month and it's great to talk to others who have been through similar challenges.  

  Cost:  $5 AV Members, $10 Non-Members. Please book and pay online before attending. Once your payment is processed and you will receive an Event Confirmed email containing the Zoom link.

  Discussion  Topic:

  Guest Speaker Leanne Winter:  "Benefits of Animal-Assisted Therapy for people with ASD".

  What is Zoom?
  

  Zoom is a program that allows video, web and audio conferencing.You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet. Or you can simply just dial in and participate via telephone.  Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf)

  STEP 1: Before the Meeting: Make sure you download Zoom

  Download onto your computer:

  1. Visit https://zoom.us/download, locate Zoom Client for Meetings and click Download.
  2. Follow the download and installation prompts (you do not need admin access).

  Download onto your phone / tablet:

  1. Go to the App store of your device (e.g. App Store or Google Play).

  2. Search for Zoom

  3. Download it, as per other apps.

  Participate via phone line only:

  1. Dial in via one of these numbers:  +61 3 7018 2005 Australia +61 8 7150 1149 Australia +61 2 8015 6011 Australia. Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ahxpuxnWU

  2. Key in the Meeting ID (from your registration confirmed email).

  STEP 2: At the Meeting time: Join the Zoom Meeting

  1. Open up the Zoom application

  1a.  If using a computer - Go to "Settings", and do "Audio" -> "Sound and "Microphone" checks before you start.

  2. Enter the Meeting ID you've been provided (in the confirmed registration email). The host will receive a 'door bell' that you are waiting and will admit you to the meeting.

  Once you have entered the Zoom meeting room:

  • Make sure that your microphone is muted
  • Video - you can choose if its on or off    (On = more internet used)
  • When you want to talk - unmute microphone.
  • Make sure 1 person talks at a time.

  More instructions of how to use Zoom in the meeting will be provided at the start of the meeting. However we can email you an outline for Zoom use in case you need help. 

  Contact Details:  Emma at admin@aspergersvic.org.au  emall preferred, or 0432 139 528

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• Teens Hub: Concurrent Online Discord Games & Zoom Parents Discussion

  • When
    5 Jun 2020
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (UTC+10:00)
  • Location
    Discord Online (Teens) & Zoom Online (Parents). Access Link once registration completed
  • Spaces left
    61

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  Teens Hub: Online Peer Meeting Discussion

  Teens on Discord, Parents with Guest Teen Parent on Zoom

  
  

  The Teens had a great time last month playing games together on Discord, so we thought we would do it again!  Coronavirus hasn't stopped our meetings, we have just moved them  to an online meeting format, via two web-based applications - one called Discord (for the teens) and another called Zoom (for parents). 

  Parents can come together and chat about how they’ve been managing, share ideas and support to maintain connections with each other.  Meanwhile the Teens can enjoy a few rounds of "Secret Hitler" or some other "Jackbox" games. See below for more about what Zoom and Discord are.

  This is a popular group where you can meet new friends and catch up with old buddies, enjoy an environment with no social pressure and have an enjoyable night out! Looking forward to seeing you there!
  

  Cost:  $5 AV Members, $10  Please book and pay online before attending.  Once your payment is processed and you will receive an Event Confirmed email containing the Discord and Zoom links.
  
  Aspergers Victoria volunteers with lived experience run all meetings. Our Teen group peer leaders are very encouraging and welcoming to their peers including new attendees. All group leaders have a Working With Children Check.  Refer to our Groups page for more information. 
  

  The Discord teens session will be facilitated by the Teens Mentor Team:

  • Callan T, Callan B, Jack, Sunny - Volunteer Mentors

  The Zoom parents session will be facilitated by the Teen Parents Mentor Team:

  • Tamsin, Suzie - Volunteer Mentors & Emma Groups Coordinator. 

  What is Discord?

  Discord is a free voice, video and text chat app for teens and adults ages 13 and up. It was created to bring people together through a love of gaming. Teens can access Discord via their PC, browser, or mobile phone. Once there, they can join a chat they’ve been invited to or they can create private servers and invite their friends to play and chat (voice, text or video). They can also message each other individually or in group chats with up to ten other friends. Here is a useful Parents' Guide to Discord Blog you can review.

  During the registration process for this event, you will be asked to review our AV Teens Discord Code of Conduct document and your teen must agree to this in order to register for the meeting. 

  Is it safe for our teens to use?

  Yes, we have created a dedicated, secure server for the meeting and only our teens who register will be given the link to participate. Our moderators will have the list of registered teens and will only allow them to be online during the meeting. 

  
  

  STEP 1: Before the Meeting: Make sure you download Discord

  Download onto your chosen device:

  1. Your teen will need to first download the Discord App onto their chosen device at https://discordapp.com/download Choose the correct download for the device type. 

  2. Follow the download and installation prompts (you do not need admin access).

  STEP 2: At the Meeting time: Join the Discord Server:

  1. Open up the Discord application

  2. Enter the Discord Server link you've been provided (in the confirmed registration email) to join the meeting. 

  
  

  What is Zoom?

  Zoom is a program that allows video, web and audio conferencing.You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet. Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf)

  STEP 1: Before the Meeting: Make sure you download Zoom

  Download onto your computer:

  1. Visit https://zoom.us/download, locate Zoom Client for Meetings and click Download.
  2. Follow the download and installation prompts (you do not need admin access).

  Download onto your phone / tablet:

  1. Go to the App store of your device (e.g. App Store or Google Play).

  2. Search for Zoom

  3. Download it, as per other apps.

  STEP 2: At the Meeting time: Log into Zoom

  1. Open up the Zoom application

  1a.  If using a computer - Go to "Settings", and do "Audio" -> "Sound and "Microphone" checks before you start.

  2. Enter the Meeting ID you've been provided (in the confirmed registration email). The host will receive a 'door bell' that you are waiting and will admit you to the meeting.

  Once you have entered the Zoom meeting room:

  • Your microphone will be muted by default (to minimize background noise)
  • Video - you can choose if its on or off    (On = more internet used)
  • When you want to talk - unmute microphone - click in your picture/device name thumbnail at top of the screen and select "unmute" to switch on your microphone.
  • Try to time your contriubtion so that only 1 person talks at a time.
  • If you want to conribute something but find it difficult to see a suitable pause, you can type your message, either to 'everyone' or to the person you wish to see it (private chat).

  More instructions of how to use Zoom in the meeting will be provided at the start of the meeting. However we can email you an outline for Zoom use in case you need help. 

  Contact Details:  Emma at admin@aspergersvic.org.au  emall preferred, or 0432 139 528

  Getting There:  On Zoom. You will receive the link when you complete your registration.

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• Online Parents & Carers of Young Adults Peer Group Meeting

  • When
    17 Jun 2020
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:00 PM (UTC+10:00)
  • Location
    Zoom Online Meeting. Access Link once registration completed

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  Parents & Carers of Young Adults Hub: Online / Phone Peer Meeting Discussion

  
  

  In response to member requests, we are trialing a dedicated group for how to support our young adult Aspies to survive and thrive amidst the challenge of the Coronavirus lockdown.  We will also talk about how to look after ourselves as well while caring for our young adults.  This will be an online meeting via a web-based application called Zoom. See below for more information on what Zoom is and how to access the meeting with it. It’s easy to use and you get a link in your registration confirmation email to join the meeting. 

  This peer meeting is for parents, grandparents and carers (of a person with Aspergers or Autism Spectrum Disorder / ASD 1-2 aged 18 years+) to meet, share their experiences and support each other. The group is facilitated to allow opportunity for all attendees to talk if they wish.  

  Cost:  $5 AV Members, $10 Non-Members. Please book and pay online before attending. Once your payment is processed and you will receive an Event Confirmed email containing the Zoom link.

  What is Zoom?
  

  Zoom is a program that allows video, web and audio conferencing.You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet. Or you can simply just dial in and participate via telephone.  Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf)

  STEP 1: Before the Meeting: Make sure you download Zoom

  Download onto your computer:

  1. Visit https://zoom.us/download, locate Zoom Client for Meetings and click Download.
  2. Follow the download and installation prompts (you do not need admin access).

  Download onto your phone / tablet:

  1. Go to the App store of your device (e.g. App Store or Google Play).

  2. Search for Zoom

  3. Download it, as per other apps.

  Participate via phone line only:

  1. Dial in via one of these numbers:  +61 3 7018 2005 Australia +61 8 7150 1149 Australia +61 2 8015 6011 Australia. Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ahxpuxnWU

  2. Key in the Meeting ID (from your registration confirmed email).

  STEP 2: At the Meeting time: Join the Zoom Meeting

  1. Open up the Zoom application

  1a.  If using a computer - Go to "Settings", and do "Audio" -> "Sound and "Microphone" checks before you start.

  2. Enter the Meeting ID you've been provided (in the confirmed registration email). The host will receive a 'door bell' that you are waiting and will admit you to the meeting.

  Once you have entered the Zoom meeting room:

  • Make sure that your microphone is muted
  • Video - you can choose if its on or off    (On = more internet used)
  • When you want to talk - unmute microphone.
  • Make sure 1 person talks at a time.

  More instructions of how to use Zoom in the meeting will be provided at the start of the meeting. However we can email you an outline for Zoom use in case you need help. 

  Contact Details:  Emma at admin@aspergersvic.org.au  emall preferred, or 0432 139 528

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• Adults Hub: Online/Phone Peer Meeting Discussion

  • When
    18 Jun 2020
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:00 PM (UTC+10:00)
  • Location
    Zoom Online Meeting. Access Link once registration completed

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  Adults Hub: Online / Phone Peer Meeting Discussion - "To be advised"

  
  

  Due to the changing conditions with COVID-19, we had to an online meeting via a web-based application called Zoom. See below for more about what Zoom is.  

  We had an excellent turnout for last month's meeting and encourage you to give it a try and join us. Discussion topic: To be advised.  In the online discussion.we can also talk about how we're managing, ~5 weeks into lockdown, share ideas and concerns and ensure we find some calm in this difficult situation we find ourselves in.
  

  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).

  Cost:  $5 AV Members, $10 Non-Members. Please book and pay online before attending, You will receive the link to join the meeting when your payment is done and you will receive a Event Confirmed email containing this link. 

  What is Zoom?

  Zoom is a program that allows video, web and audio conferencing.You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet. Or you can simply just dial in and participate via telephone.  Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf)

  STEP 1: Before the Meeting: Make sure you download Zoom

  Download onto your computer:

  1. Visit https://zoom.us/download, locate Zoom Client for Meetings and click Download.
  2. Follow the download and installation prompts (you do not need admin access).

  Download onto your phone / tablet:

  1. Go to the App store of your device (e.g. App Store or Google Play).

  2. Search for Zoom

  3. Download it, as per other apps.

  Participate via phone line only:

  1. Dial in via one of these numbers:  +61 3 7018 2005 Australia +61 8 7150 1149 Australia +61 2 8015 6011 Australia. Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ahxpuxnWU

  2. Key in the Meeting ID (from your registration confirmed email).

  STEP 2: At the Meeting time: Join the Zoom Meeting

  1. Open up the Zoom application

  1a.  If using a computer - Go to "Settings", and do "Audio" -> "Sound and "Microphone" checks before you start.

  2. Enter the Meeting ID you've been provided (in the confirmed registration email). The host will receive a 'door bell' that you are waiting and will admit you to the meeting.

  Once you have entered the Zoom meeting room:

  • Make sure that your microphone is muted
  • Video - you can choose if its on or off    (On = more internet used)
  • When you want to talk - unmute microphone.
  • Make sure 1 person talks at a time.

  More instructions of how to use Zoom in the meeting will be provided at the start of the meeting. 

  Contact Details:  Colin asadults@aspergersvic.org.au or Emma at admin@aspergersvic.org.au  emall preferred, or 0432 139 528

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• Online Inclusive Women's Get-together

  • When
    20 Jun 2020
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (UTC+10:00)
  • Location
    Zoom Online Meeting. Refer

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  Women-identifying & NB folk Online Get-together

  
  

  Due to the changing conditions with COVID-19, we have again decided to move to an online meeting via a web-based application called Zoom. See below for more about what Zoom is. 
  

  This is an exciting and liberating opportunity to connect with other women and NB people on the spectrum, BYO cuppa! Age is no limit! All women-identifying & NB gender folk welcome. So let's come together online and have a general peer discussion to discuss how we've been managing, share ideas and concerns and ensure we find some calm in this situation.

  Cost:  $5 (AV Members) or $10 (Non-Members) Please do still register prior to attending with your registration. Email admin@aspergersvic.org.au if you need assistance to do this.
  

  The get-together is facilitated by Aspie women, for Aspie women and is very informal. Once you have attended your first group you are able to join our Facebook group where we may organise catch-ups such as bushwalking in the Dandenongs and other shared passions, once lockdown is over! Aspergers Victoria volunteers with lived experience run all meetings and welcome new attendees.

  What is Zoom?
  

  Zoom is a program that allows video, web and audio conferencing.You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet. Or you can simply just dial in and participate via telephone.  Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf)

  STEP 1: Before the Meeting: Make sure you download Zoom

  Download onto your computer:

  1. Visit https://zoom.us/download, locate Zoom Client for Meetings and click Download.
  2. Follow the download and installation prompts (you do not need admin access).

  Download onto your phone / tablet:

  1. Go to the App store of your device (e.g. App Store or Google Play).

  2. Search for Zoom

  3. Download it, as per other apps.

  STEP 2: At the Meeting time: Join the Zoom Meeting

  1. Open up the Zoom application

  1a.  If using a computer - Go to "Settings", and do "Audio" -> "Sound and "Microphone" checks before you start.

  2. Enter the Meeting ID you've been provided (in the confirmed registration email). The host will receive a 'door bell' that you are waiting and will admit you to the meeting.

  Once you have entered the Zoom meeting room:

  • Make sure that your microphone is muted
  • Video - you can choose if its on or off    (On = more internet used)
  • When you want to talk - unmute microphone.
  • Make sure 1 person talks at a time.

  Participate via phone line only:

  1. Dial in via one of these numbers:  +61 3 7018 2005 Australia +61 8 7150 1149 Australia +61 2 8015 6011 Australia. +61 3 7018 2005  Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ahxpuxnWU

  2. Key in the Meeting ID (from your registration confirmed email).

  More instructions of how to use Zoom in the meeting will be provided at the start of the meeting.

  Contact Details:  Emma at admin@aspergersvic.org.au  emall preferred, or 0432 139 528

  Getting There:  No physical premises meeting this month, only the online meeting. See your Event Registration Confirmed email for the link to join. 

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• Young Adults Hub

  • When
    25 Jun 2020
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (UTC+10:00)
  • Location
    Zoom Online. Access Link once registration completed
  • Spaces left
    65

  Register

  Young Adults Hub: Online Peer Discussion "Adapting to our environment" and online games

  
  

  Young adults meetings have been well-attended in this online format! We had a great time chatting and playing online card games (in a separate breakout room).  This month we thought we would try playing some "Jackbox" games. By ow we're all settled in to the new world of lock-down so we are again running an online meeting via the web-based application "Zoom".

  We came up with some great ideas for what we can do in the following groups, so for April's meeting we can have a discussion about: "Adapting to our environment: light, noise, crowds" or play online games e.g. perhaps Jackbox which has been popular!  This peer meeting is for adults aged (minimum) 18 years -35 years old (approx.) with Aspergers (or Autism Spectrum Disorder level 1-2). 

  This is a popular group where you can meet new friends, enjoy an environment with no social pressure and have an enjoyable night out! Looking forward to seeing you there! 

  Cost:  $5 AV Members, $10 Non-Members  Please book and pay online before attending, You will receive the link to join the meeting when your payment is done and you will receive a Event Confirmed email containing this link. 

  Please note the following about how our group runs:
  

  • This event is for Young Adults who are between the ages of 18-35 years.  
  • This is a parent/carer-free zone. 
    
  • New attendees will be made to feel comfortable and welcome by our peer leaders so please let us know if you are new. 
    

  The Zoom session will be facilitated by the Young Adult Mentor Team:
  

  • Callan, Sunny, Eleanor & Tim - Volunteer Mentors
  • Lyndel Kennedy, Young Adults Co-Facilitator
  • Emma Howden. Groups Co-Ordinator

  What is Zoom?

  Zoom is a program that allows video, web and audio conferencing.You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet. Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf)

  STEP 1: Before the Meeting: Make sure you download Zoom

  Download onto your computer:

  1. Visit https://zoom.us/download, locate Zoom Client for Meetings and click Download.
  2. Follow the download and installation prompts (you do not need admin access).

  Download onto your phone / tablet:

  1. Go to the App store of your device (e.g. App Store or Google Play).

  2. Search for Zoom

  3. Download it, as per other apps.

  STEP 2: At the Meeting time: Log into Zoom

  1. Open up the Zoom application

  1a.  If using a computer - Go to "Settings", and do "Audio" -> "Sound and "Microphone" checks before you start.

  2. Enter the Meeting ID you've been provided (in the confirmed registration email). The host will receive a 'door bell' that you are waiting and will admit you to the meeting.

  Participate via phone line only:

  1. Dial in via one of these numbers:  +61 3 7018 2005 Australia +61 8 7150 1149 Australia +61 2 8015 6011 Australia. +61 3 7018 2005 Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ahxpuxnWU

  2. Key in the Meeting ID (from your registration confirmed email).

  Once you have entered the Zoom meeting room:
  

  • Your microphone will be muted by default (to minimize background noise)
  • Video - you can choose if its on or off    (On = more internet used)
    
  • When you want to talk - unmute microphone - click in your picture/device name thumbnail at top of the screen and select "unmute" to switch on your microphone.
    
  • Try to time your contribution so that only 1 person talks at a time.
    
  • If you want to contribute something but find it difficult to see a suitable pause, you can type your message, either to 'everyone' or to the person you wish to see it (private chat).

  More instructions of how to use Zoom in the meeting will be provided at the start of the meeting. 
  

  Contact Details:  Emma at admin@aspergersvic.org.au  emall preferred, or 0432 139 528

  Getting There:  On Zoom. You will receive the link when you complete your registration.

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