AZ ASSIST

A community of families of teens and young adults on the autism spectrum where self-advocacy and independence are promoted and encouraged.

We have a great group of autistic adults who mentor our youth and a variety of professionals who generously share their time and expertise. Monthly meetings to explore transition issues, as well as social events in the community, provide opportunities for parents and youth to establish a community of support. Join us as we learn about transition, share our experiences, celebrate our successes and support each other on the journey to independence.

Browse our Facebook page for additional information and community events! Job fairs, apprenticeships, career exploration, job shadowing and other employment-related opportunities are listed every week.
Check out our Calendar to discover what we have planned.
GPS (Guide to Public Services) – Let us guide you to the services you need and even help you through the application process. Whether you are a teen, young adult or the parent of someone on the autism spectrum, we want to help! We can help answer questions about: AHCCCS, Employment, DDD, SNAP Benefits (Food Stamps), Housing, Transportation, SSI/SSDI, Vocational Training, Social Activities, Therapies, Empowerment Scholarships and more!

Contact

Did you know that AZ ASSIST has a Guide to Public Services Coordinator to answer your questions on transition topics such as SSI, guardianship, VR, housing, and more?

Contact Lynne Knudson at:
info@azassist.com
480-779-0899

Monthly Social Event for teens and young adults ages 14+

Come join us for our 2 Virtual Game Nights! FREE!

Thursday, September 3rd, 6:30 – 8 PM, ONLINE FROM HOME

Come join us as we play several games in our Discord room! We will play:
Minecraft (must own full version to play) AND
Super Smash Brothers Ultimate (must own a Switch, the game, & an online Nintendo account).
This is fun for any age player!

Must RSVP below and we will send you the Discord room and instructions to join the event.

Haven’t done Discord before? Click HERE to learn more about joining our Discord room.

CLICK HERE for instructions on how to join the Super Smash Brothers Arena on our Game Night.

JACKBOX & Minecraft Virtual Game Night

Thursday, August 27th, 6:30 – 8 PM, ONLINE FROM HOME

Come join us as we play JackBox online together through Zoom &Minecraft on Discord!

Questions about JackBox? CLICK HERE for more information on how to play JackBox with us!
JackBox is for ages 14+

Must RSVP below and then we will send you the Zoom link to join the event.

Be sure to tell your friends!

Join our AZ ASSIST Virtual Hang Out for ages 18+!

Come and hang out with your AZ ASSIST friends ages 18+ on Zoom. Share what you have been up to and check in with those hanging at home too!

Be sure to tell your friends!

Tuesday, September 29th, 6:30 – 8 PM, ONLINE FROM HOME

GIRL TALK: VIRTUAL HANG OUT FOR WOMEN ON THE SPECTRUM

Fun meet up for women on the spectrum ages 14+! Join other women on the spectrum to share challenges unique to women.

WHEN: Wednesday, September 16th, 6:30-8 PM

MEETINGS - ALL IN-PERSON MEETINGS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED UNTIL IT IS SAFE TO MEET, BUT PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR ONLINE SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS BELOW:

Monthly Online Support Group Meeting (Held 3rd Thursday of each month)

WHEN: Thursday, September 17th, 6:30 – 8 PM

SPEAKER: Brittany DeBoer, M.S., BCBA, LBA, Owner of Project ABA

TOPIC: Come and learn about the why of behaviors and what parents can do to understand these behaviors at home. Bring your questions and she will do her best to get them answered!

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP AND YOU WILL BE SENT THE ZOOM LINK

AUTISM PARENT MEET UPS 4TH FRIDAY ONLY THIS MONTH DUE TO THE CONFERENCE!

Come and chat with other parents/caregivers on the same journey! Share your laughs, struggles, triumphs, & more. No speaker, but there will be someone to lead the discussion each week. Must sign up using the link and will be emailed the Zoom link for the meeting. Join us as we take our meet ups online!
Limit of 20 people per meeting to keep these meetings small.

WHEN: Friday, September 25th, 9:30 – 11 AM

Meet Up Led by Cynthia Cypher

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP AND YOU WILL BE SENT THE ZOOM LINK

Join us for our monthly meetings in the East and West Valley, where Teens and Young Adults socialize, play games and hang out.
(WHEN IN-PERSON MEETINGS CAN RESUME AGAIN)
Fee for all teens and young adults is $5.00 – cash preferred. Snacks and drinks are provided. No charge for parents, caregivers, guests and professionals.

First-timers: Please download & complete the appropriate Participant Form for each attendee and bring them to the meeting.

East Valley

3rd MONDAY of each month
Excluding July & December
Calendar

Redemption Church Campus
2150 East Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
Directions

West Valley

1st THURSDAY of each month
Excluding July & January
Calendar

Peoria Community Center
8335 W. Jefferson Street
Peoria, AZ 85345
Directions

Upcoming Meetings

EAST Valley - IN-PERSON MEETINGS CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE!

Redemption Church Campus
2150 East Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
Directions

UPCOMING MEETINGS:

West Valley - IN-PERSON MEETINGS CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE!

Peoria Community Center
8335 W Jefferson St
Peoria, AZ 85345
Directions