About our Groups
The Autism Society of Texas supports individuals online through Facebook, email groups, Meetup, and virtual or face-to-face meetings and social groups around Texas. Regardless of the setting, these opportunities give individuals with Autism, parents/caregivers, and professionals, the chance to exchange information, share stories, and feel connected.
We also provide individualized guidance and resources through our free Navigating Autism program for parents, caregivers and support people, and Autistic adults. Please call 512-479-4199, Ext. 2 or e-mail support@texasautismsociety.org.
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Estamos aquí para proporcionarte información y referencias gratuitas. Por favor llámanos al 512-479-4199, Ext. 3 o envíanos un correo electrónico a support@texasautismsociety.org.
For Facebook online support, please check our Online Groups and Pages here.
For the current meeting information, please consult the website calendar here.
Statewide Virtual Groups
Parent Statewide Connections Meeting (English)
Grupo de Apoyo para Padres y Cuidadores (Spanish)
Level 3 Parent & Caregiver Virtual Support Group (English)
Thrive Community: Families of Adults 18+ on the Autism Spectrum (English)
Autistic Adults 18+ Recreation Group (English)
Autistic Adults 18+ Social Skills and Knowledge Group (English)
Regional In-Person Groups
Our regional groups are designed to help families and individuals with Autism create meaningful connections, build relationships outside the group, and share local resources.
Southeast Houston Autism Community Group
Austin Autism Girls Group
Houston Autism Girls Group
Dallas Autism Girls Group
San Antonio Autism Girls Group
El Paso Chapter Groups
Regional Virtual Groups
We understand that different schedules may work better for you, and we welcome you to join any group, even if it’s based in a different region.
Dallas/Fort Worth Virtual Parent/Caregiver Connection Group
Central Austin Parent/Caregiver Connections Group
South Austin Support Meeting
Houston Parent/Caregiver Online Connection Group
San Antonio Parent/Caregiver Connection Group
Don’t see a group in your area or need more information? Please contact info@texasautismsociety.org! We may be able to connect you with a local Autism group or help you start a social or connection group! Nearly all of our groups are run by volunteers, so please consider getting involved!
Recent Posts
Community Connections: Cycling For A Cause – 36 Miles for 1 in 36 (10/18/2024) - Rany Thommen Moser, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA, has been an active volunteer, professional advisor, or sponsor of the Autism Society of Texas (AST) for as long as she can remember and is currently serving as President of the AST board. “As both a professional that has served the Autism community for years and also as a […] Board Member Spotlight: Berenice de la Cruz, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA (10/1/2024) - Dr. Berenice de la Cruz, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA has worked with people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities since 2001 in school, home, clinic, and community settings as a teacher, therapist, supervisor, director, and professor. Dr. de la Cruz is an Assistant Professor and the inaugural Program Coordinator of the Applied Behavior […] Important Announcement: Texas Autism Walk at Volente Beach 5/11/24 (4/17/2024) - 📢 Important Announcement: 16th Annual Texas Autism Walk Venue Change! 📢 Dear Participants, Sponsors, and Supporters, In light of recent concerns regarding our previously selected venue, we have made the decision to relocate and reschedule this year’s event. Our top priority is to ensure a fantastic and inclusive experience for all participants, sponsors, and exhibitors. […] Get Ready For April! (3/27/2024) - There are many ways you can support our work for the Texas Autism community this April! Create your own Give Back Event, start a friends, family or business Autism Walk team, or participate virtually and we’ll ship you a tee! Check out our Autism Acceptance resources and find a way to get involved! Read it […] Resources – Toilet Training Strategies & Products (1/11/2024) - Click here for the Tranquility Ordering Guide + Resources Dr. Hannah MacNaul, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA, LSSP, and Janet Firestone discuss tips, strategies, and incontinence solutions. Understanding incontinence issues and products that are available for young children through adulthood can lead to better comfort and quality of life! The presentation can be viewed on Facebook live. […] Connections Created: December 2023 Recap (1/9/2024) - We had a very active December connecting with our community! We kicked off the month with our AST Family Holiday Party at Boys & Girls Club Austin. Thank you to our Holiday Party committee members – Ashleigh from ACES, Amanda from RiverKids, and Kate from KidsCare, thank you for all of your hard work! Thank you to Boys & Girls […] Hiring Bilingual Support Specialist (Spanish)- Part Time (4/11/2023) - Join our team! We’re looking for a part time Bilingual Support Specialist (Spanish) with experience in working with people with Autism or knowledge about Autism. Please review complete job description and requirements below, and send resume with cover letter to office@texasautismsociety.org or apply on Indeed.com. —— Bilingual Support Specialist (Spanish) – Part Time Job Description […] Advocacy Action Alert: Ask Senate Finance to Fund Critical Programs! (2/17/2023) - Senate Finance Committee Meets Tuesday 2/21/23 What’s happening? On Tuesday 2/21/23 the Texas Senate Finance Committee will be meeting to hear public testimony on budget items including critical programs that impact people with Autism and other disabilities. You can urge them to support needed programs! Below you will see who to call, followed by what […] Connections Created: January 2023 Recap! (2/2/2023) - We hit the ground running this year! We kicked off January with two new in-person parent support groups in Central Austin and Georgetown! We also had our first 2023 Seminars Across The Spectrum virtual presentation, “Medicaid Wavers & How To Get Your Child On The List” presented by Barbara Bush, President of Solutions for Special […] Volunteer or Run for #TeamAutism in the Austin Marathon! (1/19/2023) - On Sunday 2/19/23, join #TeamAutism for the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K! We are an official charity team and thanks to the generosity of The Moody Foundation, all donations are matched through our Marathon donation page until we reach $10,000! Make a donation here. Run for #Team Autism! Register to run the 5K, […] January 2023 Newsletter (1/9/2023) - Our January newsletter is filled with upcoming events and activities! We hope you’ll make your own connection and join in! Read the newsletter here. Subscribe here. Connections Created: December Recap! (1/5/2023) - In December we hosted Connection groups around the state! One attendee told our group leader, “I wanted to say thanks to the whole group for welcoming me and making me feel validated”. Our Autism Dads Social Club in Houston hosted their first ever holiday party complete with Santa and a music therapist to lead song […] December 2022 News (12/7/2022) - Our December 2022 Newsletter is out! Read it here. Learn more about Season of Giving, check out our upcoming education and recreation events, join #TeamAutism in the Austin Marathon, and learn about new and upcoming support groups across Texas! Not subscribed to our newsletter? Subscribe here. November Newsletter (11/6/2022) - Check out our November Newsletter here. Subscribe here. Check out our upcoming education events, see the calendar listings to join #TeamAutism in the Austin Marathon, and learn about new and upcoming support groups across Texas! NOVEMBER 2022 NEWS October News (11/6/2022) - Check out our October Newsletter here. Subscribe here. OCTOBER 2022 NEWS We’re Hiring! Administrative & Programs Assistant – Part Time (10/7/2022) - Administrative & Programs Assistant -Part Time Job Description OVERVIEW: The Autism Society of Texas (AST) is the state affiliate of the Autism Society of America, which is a non-profit (501c3) organization that works to improve the lives of individuals with Autism by providing education, information, support, and advocacy for people with Autism, their families, educators, […] Connections Created: AST February Recap! (3/2/2022) - February was a great month! We had a lot of fun with volunteers at our Austin Marathon Aid Station, and cheered on our amazing runners for #TeamAutism! Thanks to everyone that participated, we raised over $10,000 and we were able to secure a $10,000 match from The Moody Foundation to use to fund programs! We […] We’re Hiring a Development Director! (1/24/2022) - Development Director (Part-Time) Job Description OVERVIEW: The Autism Society of Texas (AST) is the state affiliate of the Autism Society of America, which is a non-profit (501c3) organization that works to improve the lives of individuals with Autism by providing education, information, support, and advocacy for people with Autism, their families, educators, professionals, and the […] January 2022 News (1/7/2022) - Read what’s happening this month! We need runners and volunteers for the Austin Marathon, check out our Houston parent/caregiver group, and learn about our upcoming education event, Preparing Tweens & Teens for Adulthood! Read it here. Subscribe here. December 2021 News (12/5/2021) - Check out our December Newsletter! Join us for the Austin Marathon, check out our new groups, read about our new Executive Director! Read it here. Subscribe here.
