Garrett's Place is proud to offer several socials at our center, G-4476 S. Dort Hwy, Burton. These socials serve a variety of ages and abilities. They are an excellent way to socially connect with others living with ASD in our shared community. Each of our social groups are connected to a private Facebook page. These pages provide the most up to date information on our socials, such as date, time, and any schedule changes. To be granted access, you must first have a valid membership application and be our "friend" on our Facebook. Once we have a completed application on file, you will receive an invitation to the social that will best meet you or your child's needs.
Our programs are designed for individuals who need support, but not one-on-one support and intervention. We are a non-restraint program, so individuals who are routinely aggressive to themselves/others or who tend to elope might not be a good fit for our programs. Please contact us to see if our programs would be a good fit for your child’s specific needs.
Our programs are designed for individuals who need support, but not one-on-one support and intervention. We are a non-restraint program, so individuals who are routinely aggressive to themselves/others or who tend to elope might not be a good fit for our programs. Please contact us to see if our programs would be a good fit for your child’s specific needs.
TEEN SOCIAL:
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The Teen Social is available for teens ages 13-18. This social is designed for ASD/Aspergers teens who are functionally independent and can be dropped off at the social. Structured activities as well as self-selection activities are available to increase socialization and help foster friendships. Pizza dinner provided and attendees are asked to bring a dish to pass (no nuts, please). Social leaders have a proven track record of supervised volunteer experiences at Garrett's Place, higher education in a ASD related field, and are background checked. Cost to attend is $5/teen.
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CLASSIC AUTISM SOCIAL:
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The Classic Autism Social is available for teens and adults who are developmentally younger than their chronological age. This is a great fit for adults who participate in a "Transition Program" through the ISD. A routine Classic Autism Social is currently not offered, however we do offer special events throughout the year at our center and in the community. Social leaders have a proven track record of supervised volunteer experiences at Garrett's Place and are background checked.
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ADULT SOCIAL:
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Our Adult Social is designed for adults with Autism/Aspergers (ages 18 -30 years old) who are functionally independent and can manage their daily living skills. This social is designed to increase the independence & socialization of adults with autism, so we ask that participants attend without their parents. If you are a new member who wants to bring a parent to your first social to help get acclimated, you may do so, just let us know in advance. Social leaders have a proven track record of supervised volunteer experiences at Garrett's Place, higher education in a ASD related field, and are background checked. Cost to attend is $5/teen.
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