Connect with other parents and caregivers by joining autism support groups. Here's a list of some where you can start.
Here are ways to connect with other parents in face-to-face autism support groups, or in online groups like Facebook.
Look up parent support groups in our Resource Directory
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Put in your zip code and choose Autism Spectrum Disorder as the primary diagnosis.
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Then choose Parent & Caregiver Support.
List of Autism Facebook Groups
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Find the one that fits your needs: information, stories and tips from other parents, and even humor!
Blogs are also a good way to get tips and advice from other parents. Here's one to start with, and you can search for others:
Making Sense of a New Autism Diagnosis
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A short piece by a parent about starting this journey.