Caregiver, Family & Peer Support Groups
👐 Peer-to-Peer Support for Autism Families 👨👩👧👦
Share Your Journey
Whether you’re looking for advice, a place to share your experiences and challenges, or simply reassurance that you’re not alone, our groups provide a safe and supportive space to navigate this journey together.
Parenting and caregiving can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. At LRCSS, our peer support groups create a space for parents, caregivers, and siblings of individuals with autism to connect, share experiences, and support one another. Join a welcoming community that understands your challenges and celebrates your wins.
Why Join a Peer Support Group?
You don’t have to do it alone.
✅ Connect with Others: Share experiences with people who truly understand.
💡 Gain Support & Strategies: Learn from others and exchange insights that can help in your daily life.
🤝 Reduce Stress & Isolation: Find reassurance and encouragement from a community that listens.
🎯 No Pressure, Just Support: Attend as often or as little as you like—come as you are.
Our Peer Support Groups
☕ Caregiver Coffee Club
A relaxed, no-pressure space for parents and caregivers to connect, share, and learn from one another. Discuss the joys and challenges of raising a child with autism in a supportive environment guided by LRCSS facilitators.
🗨️ SibChat (For Siblings Ages 8-15)
A safe space where siblings of individuals with autism can meet others who share similar experiences. SibChat helps participants learn more about autism, express their feelings, share what they know and build friendships in a welcoming, understanding setting.
Eligibility:
✅ Must be a parent, caregiver or sibling of a child or teen with autism.
🔹 The individual must be registered with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) and have a valid OAP registration number.
💻 Access to an internet connection and a device with a camera/microphone for virtual meetings.
🏡 A private space for participating in virtual sessions (if possible).
Join Us & Build Your Support Network
You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Whether you’re a parent seeking connection or a sibling looking for understanding, our peer support groups offer a space to share, learn, and grow—together.
Join the LRCSS Caregiver Community on Facebook!
Looking for support between meetings? Join our LRCSS Caregiver Community on Facebook! This private group offers 24/7 access to other caregivers who share resources, experiences, and encouragement.