There are numerous support/information groups in the Dallas/Fort Worth area for disorders on the autism spectrum as well as other closely-related disorders. Also, some churches have special programs for special-needs children. Check the website or contact the group directly for more information and current meeting times and locations.
Autism Society of Collin County (ASCC)
Autism Society of Greater Tarrant County
www.asgtc.org
SI-Challenge (Sensory Integration)
www.SI-Challenge.org
Echidnas Group
Social skills group for pre-teen and teens with Asperger's Syndrome/High-functioning Autism.
Parents meet concurrently for support and sharing.
www.echidnasgroup.org
Friday NITE Friends
Meets 6-10 p.m. on Friday nights
Custer Road United Methodist Church, Plano
(972) 618-3450
e-mail: Fridaynitekids@crumc.org
www.crumc.orgFriday's Kids
Meets 6-10 p.m. each Friday
First United Methodist Church, Denton
(940) 382-5478
www.fumc-denton.comNight OWLS
Meets 6-10 p.m. one night a month
Highland Park United Methodist Church, Dallas
(214) 523-2209
www.hpumc.org/ministries/health.html
ARBC Special Friends
Arapaho Road Baptist Church, Garland
Special Needs Ministry Sunday School Classes
Offered Sundays at 9:15 a.m. in the Family Life Center
e-mail: specialneeds@arbcgarland.com
www.arbcgarland.com/SpecialNeeds