Programs / Groups
Group Offerings
Options & Advocacy facilitates a variety of group experiences for caregivers, children, teens, and adults.
Caregiver Community Support Group
This group is open to McHenry County caregivers of individuals with delays, disabilities, or other neurodivergent learning differences. There will be hot topic discussions, sharing, and networking opportunities.
Contact Isabella for more informationCaregiver Support Group (Spanish)
This group is open to all Spanish-speaking caregivers of people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Contact Melissa for more informationConnections
The purpose of Connections is to offer an opportunity for adults on the autism spectrum to build friendships with one another. The group engages in discussions about life, goals, and strategies and occasionally hosts guest speakers.
Contact Darbi for more informationHang Out Jr.
Hang Out Jr. is a group designed to give elementary school-aged children with autism an opportunity to hang out in a supportive environment and practice social strategies.
Contact Christine for more informationHang Out Sr.
Hang Out Sr. is a group designed to give middle and high school-aged children with autism an opportunity to hang out in a supportive environment and practice social strategies.
Contact Christine for more informationSocial Skills
Social Skills groups utilize Sea Bridge curricula and strive to teach children and adolescents on the autism spectrum the importance of understanding themselves and their peers!
Contact Christine for more informationNot sure where to start?
For evaluations, screenings, or to get started in any of our programs, complete a referral today — or call 815-477-4720.