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• AspieLand Moderated Minecraft - Term 4 2021, Group 2

  • Start
    12 Oct 2021
  •  
  • End
    2 Dec 2021
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  • Schedule
    15 sessions
  • Location
    Online

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  AspieLand Moderated Minecraft

  Term 4 2021, Group 2

  
  

  Wow! Our Term 4 AspieLand Moderated Minecraft program sold out for the first time, which is fantastic, and we're so grateful for the support and interest from our AV member community! Even more importantly, we've had such a strong response from our Minecraft players and so many requests for more spaces that we've opened a second group, running on Tuesdays and Thursdays!

  
  

  About AspieLand

  AspieLand has been developed and co-designed with our Aspie teens, and Aspergers Victoria families and in term 4 we're excited to welcome new and existing players back to the server! Our Minecraft Moderators are older teens from our Aspergers community we employ as peers to help guide and support participants to build, remind what behaviour is appropriate and most importantly, have fun! Made possible by the ongoing support of the Department of Education and Training, this term will have a huge 8 weeks of Minecraft including 15 two-hour sessions - that's 30 hours of Minecraft building time!

  
  

  Available Sessions
  

  Group 2 of our Term 4 program will run on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons in Term 4, starting on Tuesday 12 October. The last session is Thursday 2 December. (No session on Tuesday 2 November due to the Melbourne Cup Day public holiday.)

  
  

  Cost

  Our Term 4 AspieLand program is $247 for 15 x two-hour moderated sessions. That's just $8.25 per hour!

  If cost is a barrier, please talk to Carla - gm@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

  Who can attend?
  

  • Children and teens aged 10-17 years
  • Beginners, intermediate and advanced players
  • Players who hold a current AV membership.
    If you are not yet an AV member, sign up today to access this program and so much more, including our Minecraft September Holiday Program, our members-only D&D program, Teens Work Know How Program, and member discounts for all of our groups and events!

  
  

  I have questions about AspieLand - who can I ask?

  We've noticed that many families have similar questions about AspieLand, so we’ve put together two documents to help players and their families find answers quickly.

  • Our AspieLand Moderated Minecraft - FAQ includes answers to the most common questions we've received about the AspieLand programs, including what AspieLand is, the server and worlds, the registration process, contacting other players, NDIS, and others.
    This also includes information about part-registrations, such as attending for one of the two session days, or registering after the start date. We encourage you to read through this before registering, as we're finding this covers the most common questions.
  • We also have our AspieLand Moderated Minecraft - Tech Support Guide, created by our moderators and admin team, which covers the steps for new players to connect for the first time, as well as suggestions for returning players to resolve potential tech issues.
  • We also encourage you and your player to read through the AspieLand Rules to get an idea of what builds and behaviour are appropriate for AspieLand to make sure everyone has a really enjoyable time on the server. This also gives your player some tips on how to contact moderators within the game if they need help or if they're new.

  
  

  Who can I contact for help if I can't find the answer to my question?
  

  If you can’t find the answer to your question, you’re most welcome to contact our admin team for assistance: please call or text 0480 385 710, or email admin@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

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• Young Adults Hub - Online Meeting

  • When
    28 Oct 2021
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom

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  Young Adults Hub: Online Peer Discussion -

  chat & play online games

  
  

  About our Group

  Our Young Adults group is a great place for Aspergers, autistic and other similar neurodivergent profile adults aged 18 years - 35 years (approx.) to meet, chat, and play games with no social pressure. As this is a parent/carer-free zone, we invite any parents or carers to attend our separate Parents & Carers group.

  
  

  This month, we are running our group meeting online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.

  
  

  The session is facilitated by the Young Adult team:

  • Matt, Cal, Sunny, Eleanor & Tim - YA Mentors
  • Lyndel - Young Adults Co-Facilitator

  
  

  All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.
  

  
  

  Do I need to register?

  All attendees to AV's online and in-person groups and events must register before attending. For Zoom meetings, you need to register to access the Zoom details. For in-person meetings, registration is required due to DHHS COVID contact tracing and venue capacity limits.

  
  

  Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

  Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, other members-only programs, and to support all the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.
  

  If you are attending an AV group for the first time, you are welcome to register for free using our first-time attendee ticket. Please email admin@aspergersvic.org.au to access this.

  If cost is a barrier, please contact Carla: gm@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

  What is Zoom?

  Zoom is a free web-based video conferencing program. You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet, or you can dial in and participate via your landline or smart phone. 

  
  

  How do I access the Zoom session?

  When your registration is complete, you will receive a registration confirmation email with the Zoom meeting details. We have included more information below about Zoom and how to access the Zoom session. Feel free to join us at any time during the session. You are welcome to have your camera and microphone on or off as you feel comfortable, and you can also participate in the meeting via the Zoom text-based chat function. Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf). 

  
  

  If you have questions about registration, our COVIDSafe policy or would like more information, please contact Jenni (AV Admin): 0480 385 710 or admin@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

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• Teens Hub - Online Meeting via Discord

  • When
    5 Nov 2021
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Discord only

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  Teens Hub: Online Peer Meeting

  Teens on Discord

  
  

  About our Group

  Our Teens group is for Aspergers, autistic and other similar neurodivergent teens to meet and hang out to play games or chat. At our online meetings, the Teens meet via Discord, and each Teen must be supervised by a parent or carer when accessing the Discord server.

  
  

  The Teens Team:

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

  • Susan and Annalisa - Parent Group Leaders

  
  

  Do I need to register?

  All attendees to AV's online and in-person groups and events must register before attending. For Zoom meetings, you need to register to access the Zoom details. For in-person meetings, registration is required due to DHHS COVID contact tracing and venue capacity limits.

  
  

  When you register, please register using the name of the parent or carer, and please add the name of your teen as part of the registration questions. You will also be asked to confirm that you and your Teen both agree to the Teens Discord Code of Conduct in order to register for the meeting. 
  

  
  

  Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

  Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, other members-only programs, and to support all the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.
  

  If you are attending an AV group for the first time, you are welcome to register for free using our first-time attendee ticket. Please email admin@aspergersvic.org.au to access this.

  If cost is a barrier, please contact Carla: gm@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

  What is Discord?
  

  Discord is a free voice, video and text chat app for teens and adults aged 13 and over. Teens can access Discord via their computer or smart phone. Using Discord, they can join servers they have been invited to, create private servers with their friends, or message each other individually or in group chats. We suggest reading the Parents' Guide to Discord Blog before joining for the first time.

  
  

  Is it safe for our teens to use?

  Yes. Aspergers Victoria have created a dedicated, secure server for our Teens group. Only registered participants can access the AV Teens Discord server, and the link changes monthly for security. Our moderators have the list of registered teens and will only allow them to be online during the meeting. 

  
  

  If you have questions about the event, our COVIDSafe policy, or need assistance with registration, please contact Jenni: please call or text 0480 385 710 or email admin@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

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• Online Parents & Carers Community Connection

  • When
    11 Nov 2021
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom

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  Parents & Carers Community Connection:
  Online Discussion

  
  

  About the Parents & Carers Group

  This is an online peer support meeting open to all parents and carers of Aspergers / autistic children, teens or adults to meet, chat, exchange ideas and find support.

  
  

  As we can't currently meet in person, we are combining the three Parents & Carers groups into one online group. For November, we are having a general discussion - there's no set topic, just come along and have a chat with the group. Share your experience, your stories, seek advice, and connect with other parents & carers.

  
  

  About our Group Leaders

  We have three Parents & Carers Groups - one meets regularly online, and the other two usually meet in person.

  Our Online Parents & Carers group is facilitated by Jenny:

  adultparentsupport@aspergersvic.org.au.

  Our North-East group meets monthly in the Eltham area (subject to COVID restrictions) and is facilitated by Rebecca:

  northeastparents@aspergersvic.org.au
  

  Our Southern group meets monthly in the Hampton area (subject to COVID restrictions) and is facilitated by Natalie:

  southern@aspergersvic.org.au

  This month, all three Group Leaders for AV Parents & Carers Groups will be joining the chat as we can't currently meet in person.

  
  

  All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.
  

  
  

  Cost: $5 for AV members , $10 for non-members.

  Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, other members-only programs, and to support all the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.
  

  If you are attending an AV group for the first time, you are welcome to register for free using our first-time attendee ticket. Please email admin@aspergersvic.org.au to access this.
  

  If cost is a barrier, please contact Carla: gm@aspergersvic.org.au. 

  
  

  Do I need to register?

  All attendees to AV's online and in-person groups and events must register before attending. For Zoom meetings, you need to register to access the Zoom details. For in-person meetings, registration is required due to DHHS COVID contact tracing requirements and venue capacity limits.

  
  

  What is Zoom and how do I access the Zoom meeting?

  Zoom is a free web-based video conferencing program. You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet, or you can dial in and participate via your landline or smartphone. When your registration is complete, you will receive a registration confirmation email which includes the Zoom meeting details. We have included more information below about Zoom and how to access the Zoom session.

  
  

  You are welcome to have your camera on or off as you prefer. You can also join in the discussion via the chat function via text-based chat function within Zoom. Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf).

  If you have questions about the event, about AV, or need assistance with registering, please contact Jenni: please call or text 0480 385 710 or email admin@aspergersvic.org.au.

  
  

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• Partners Group: Online Meeting

  • When
    11 Nov 2021
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom

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  Partners Group - Online Meeting

  
  

  About our Partners Group

  Join our Partners Peer Support Group to meet other adults who are or who have been in a relationship with someone who has Aspergers, is autistic, or has a similar neurodivergent profile. Sharing experiences within the safe environment of our peer support meetings can be a lifeline, and sharing with people who have similar lived experience is validating and often educational. Your partner may be self-diagnosed or have a formal diagnosis, and you may share a household or live separately. We are an inclusive group and welcome partners of all genders and relationship types.

  
  

  This month, our theme is "Stories of Diagnosis". This session is facilitated by our Partners group leaders: partners@aspergersvic.org.au. All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees.

  
  

  Cost: $5 for members, $10 for non-members.

  Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, members-only programs and interest groups, and to support all the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

  If you are attending an AV group for the first time, you are welcome to register for free using our first-time attendee ticket. Please email admin@aspergersvic.org.au to access this.

  If cost is a barrier, please contact Carla: gm@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

  Do I need to register?

  All attendees to AV's online and in-person groups and events must register before attending. For Zoom meetings, you need to register to access the Zoom details. For in-person meetings, all attendees need to register before attending due to DHHS COVID contact tracing requirements and venue capacity limits.

  
  

  What is Zoom and how do I access the Zoom meeting?

  Zoom is a free web-based video conferencing program. You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet, or you can dial in and participate via your landline or smartphone. When your registration is complete, you will receive a registration confirmation email which includes the Zoom meeting details. We have included more information below about Zoom and how to access the Zoom session.

  
  

  You are welcome to have your camera on or off as you prefer. You can also join in the discussion via the chat function via text-based chat function within Zoom. Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf).
  

  
  

  If you have questions about registration, our COVIDSafe policy or would like more information, please contact Jenni: please call or text 0480 385 710 or email admin@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

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• Adults Hub: Online

  • When
    18 Nov 2021
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom

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  Adults Hub: Online / Phone Social Night
  

  
  

  About the Adults Group

  Our Adults Group is for older members of the Aspergers autistic community and those with other similar neurodiverse profiles. It is more suitable for those who are aged 35 years and over, although younger adults are welcome to join in. (Young adults may prefer to attend our Young Adults group meetings as well as or instead of this group.)

  This month we are meeting online via Zoom, and we will be talking about socialising and making friends.

  
  

  About our Group Leaders

  This session is facilitated by the Group Leader, Colin: asadults@aspergersvic.org.au. All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

  
  

  Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

  Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, other members-only programs, and to support all the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.

  If you are attending an AV group for the first time, you are welcome to register for free using our first-time attendee ticket. Please email admin@aspergersvic.org.au to access this.
  If cost is a barrier, please contact Carla: gm@aspergersvic.org.au. 

  
  

  Do I need to register?
  

  All attendees to AV's online and in-person groups and events must register before attending. For Zoom meetings, you need to register to access the Zoom details. For in-person meetings, registration is required due to DHHS COVID contact tracing requirements and venue capacity limits.

  
  

  What is Zoom and how do I access the Zoom meeting?

  Zoom is a free web-based video conferencing program. You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet, or you can dial in and participate via your landline or smartphone. When your registration is complete, you will receive a registration confirmation email which includes the Zoom meeting details. We have included more information below about Zoom and how to access the Zoom session.

  You are welcome to have your camera on or off as you prefer. You can also join in the discussion via the chat function via text-based chat function within Zoom. Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf).
  

  
  

  If you have questions about the event, about AV, or need assistance with registering, please contact Jenni: please call or text 0480 385 710 or email admin@aspergersvic.org.au.

  
  

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• Inclusive Women's & NB Get-Together - Online Meeting

  • When
    20 Nov 2021
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom

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  Women & NB folk - Online Meeting

  
  

  About the Group

  Our Inclusive Women's & NB Group is a great place to connect with other Aspergers/autistic women and NB folk to chat about your experiences, share ideas, exchange advice, and support each other. You are also welcome to attend our Adults Group or our Young Adults Group, or all three! 

                                                                 
  

  This session is facilitated by our Women's & NB Group Leader, Jennifer: women@aspergersvic.org.au

  All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.

  
  

  Do I need to register?

  All attendees to AV's online and in-person groups and events must register before attending. For Zoom meetings, you need to register to access the Zoom details. For in-person meetings, registration is required due to DHHS COVID contact tracing and venue capacity limits.

  
  

  Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

  Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, other members-only programs, and to support all the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.
  

  If you are attending an AV group for the first time, you are welcome to register for free using our first-time attendee ticket. Please email admin@aspergersvic.org.au to access this.

  If cost is a barrier, please contact Carla: gm@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

  What is Zoom and how do I access the Zoom meeting?

  Zoom is a free web-based video conferencing program. You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet, or you can dial in and participate via your landline or smartphone. When your registration is complete, you will receive a registration confirmation email which includes the Zoom meeting details. We have included more information below about Zoom and how to access the Zoom session.

  
  

  You are welcome to have your camera on or off as you prefer. You can also join in the discussion via the chat function via text-based chat function within Zoom. Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf).

  
  

  If you have questions about the event, our COVIDSafe policy, or need assistance with registration, please contact Jenni: please call or text 0480 385 710 or email admin@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

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• Young Adults Hub - Online Meeting

  • When
    25 Nov 2021
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom

  Register

  
  

  
  

  Young Adults Hub: Online Peer Discussion -

  chat & play online games

  
  

  About our Group

  Our Young Adults group is a great place for Aspergers, autistic and other similar neurodivergent profile adults aged 18 years - 35 years (approx.) to meet, chat, and play games with no social pressure. As this is a parent/carer-free zone, we invite any parents or carers to attend our separate Parents & Carers group.

  
  

  This month, we are running our group meeting online via Zoom. We have included more information about Zoom and how to access the meeting below.

  
  

  The session is facilitated by the Young Adult team:

  • Matt, Cal, Sunny, Eleanor & Tim - YA Mentors
  • Lyndel - Young Adults Co-Facilitator

  
  

  All AV volunteer group leaders share the lived experience of their group participants and welcome new attendees. All AV group leaders have a Working with Children Check.
  

  
  

  Do I need to register?

  All attendees to AV's online and in-person groups and events must register before attending. For Zoom meetings, you need to register to access the Zoom details. For in-person meetings, registration is required due to DHHS COVID contact tracing and venue capacity limits.

  
  

  Cost: $5 for AV members, $10 for non-members.

  Become an AV member today to access discounted tickets for groups and events, other members-only programs, and to support all the wonderful work our volunteers and staff team do for our community.
  

  If you are attending an AV group for the first time, you are welcome to register for free using our first-time attendee ticket. Please email admin@aspergersvic.org.au to access this.

  If cost is a barrier, please contact Carla: gm@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

  What is Zoom and how do I access the Zoom meeting?

  Zoom is a free web-based video conferencing program. You can download it free onto your computer or phone/tablet, or you can dial in and participate via your landline or smartphone. When your registration is complete, you will receive a registration confirmation email which includes the Zoom meeting details. We have included more information below about Zoom and how to access the Zoom session.

  You are welcome to have your camera on or off as you prefer. You can also join in the discussion via the chat function via text-based chat function within Zoom. Download the AV Zoom Guide (pdf).

  
  

  If you have questions about registration, our COVIDSafe policy or would like more information, please contact Jenni (AV Admin): 0480 385 710 or admin@aspergersvic.org.au

  
  

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