We are arranging this group for parents to find support through one another and to help link them to services that could be beneficial to their child.  Whether your child has a specific diagnosis (autism, Down syndrome, ADD/AHDH), has developmental or cognitive delays or you just have general concerns, this group could be for you.  We are a team of pediatric occupational therapists dedicated to children and their families.  Our goal is to provide a forum for parents to interact with and learn fr …

The Ride Without Limits is a cycling group that partcipates in the Easter Seals UCP's Ride Without Limits (or RWL) events every year. Throughout the year, we have training rides both around the Triangle and at the beach to prepare for the event September 15 & 16 at Camp Royall in Pittsboro, NC (just south of Apex). RWL is a fully supported ride with SAG vehicles, rest stops, route markings, signs, cue sheets and much more. Riders can ride Saturday and/or Sunday with different routes each day fro …

This group is designed to help create a community of fathers with special needs kids that can provide ongoing support fun and fellowship through the common bond of special needs children

Hope, Aspire, Dream in a non-profit organization that is designed to inspire children and families who are living with a "disability". Here at HAD, we acknowledge that everyone has the power to change the world, and it starts with Hoping for today, Aspiring for tomorrow, and Dreaming for the future! This group will work on leadership, social, and learning skills, all while having a blast with family and friends! This includes adventure trips, day camps, arts and crafts, leadership workshops, and …

I enjoy encouraging others. Women work hard for their families, take care of their homes and do anything for their children. I see all that comes first before she has a moment to herself. I want to provide a starting place for women. A place where we can meet for 1 hour and walk the stress out of our lives. Breathe some fresh air, exercise our bodies and have company while doing it. Let's face it! The benefits of walking are pretty much known to everyone, but does everyone walk? You've probably …

Calling all Tween Aspergers boy parents... Are there times when you feel the need to scream "Oh my gosh!" at the top of your lungs? Wouldn't it be great to scream it in a room full of adults that respond with a deep knowing smile? If ever a group of children needed a village to raise them, it is our children. If ever a set of parents needed pulling back from the brink of madness, it's us! Let's get together to laugh, cry, share, nurture and possibly do stand-up comedy-honestly we probably have s …

Ryan is 13 yrs old and is high functioning autistic. It is so difficult for these guys to make good friends and have fun together! Looking for others in the young teen/tween area who would like to get together for fun activities geared for their needs. Does not need to be expensive ideas! Park visits, picnics (potluck?), sporting activities (kickball, soccer, basketball, etc.), any type of free or reasonable activities that they can all enjoy! My husband coaches for Special Olympics Buddy Sports …