AutismLive group
AANE · autistic adult support groups
Online groups for autistic adults, including young adults and people exploring their identity. Options vary by interests and life stage.
CostMembership / fees vary
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Adults; choose an age-specific group
- When
- Scheduled sessions; check the current calendar and time zone.
- Before joining
- Ask about group fit, camera expectations and fees. Community Connections offers free introductory sessions; other groups may charge.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
Autism · CaregiversOnline community
AANE · family and partner forums
Email discussion forums for families and neurodivergent partners, with separate communities for different relationships and life stages.
CostFree forums
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Parents of children, teens or adults; partners
- When
- Asynchronous discussion; read and contribute in your own time.
- Before joining
- Choose the relevant forum and review community and privacy rules before posting.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
Autism · CaregiversNavigation
Autism Society · help finding support
Information, service navigation and connections to Autism Society affiliates and the Autism Source directory.
CostFree information
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Autistic people and families across the lifespan
- When
- Online resources; contact staff for current response hours.
- Before joining
- Describe the support you want and your location. Local services have their own eligibility and costs.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
AutismSelf-paced tools
ASAN · self-advocacy resource library
Autistic-led guides about self-advocacy, community living and participating in decisions. Selected materials are available in Easy Read or plain language.
CostFree
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Autistic people and supporters; choose an appropriate reading level
- When
- Read or download when it suits you.
- Before joining
- Start with one topic that matters to the person; check whether an accessible version is available.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
Autism · CaregiversSelf-paced tools
AASPIRE · healthcare appointment toolkit
Worksheets and a healthcare accommodations tool to communicate preferences and prepare for appointments.
CostFree online tools
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Autistic adults and their supporters
- When
- Self-paced; useful before an appointment.
- Before joining
- Create a report together where possible, and choose which personal information to share with the healthcare team.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
ADHD · CaregiversSelf-paced tools
CHADD · National Resource Center on ADHD
Educational information and resources about ADHD, everyday challenges and finding appropriate support.
CostFree information
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Adults with ADHD, families and educators
- When
- Online learning at your own pace; information service hours vary.
- Before joining
- Use the material to prepare questions. The information center does not provide individual counseling.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
ADHD · CaregiversCourses
CHADD · parent and family education
Parent education with self-paced videos and practical materials about ADHD, executive function and home or school routines.
CostCourse fees vary
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Parents and family members supporting children with ADHD
- When
- Self-paced course options; check the chosen course.
- Before joining
- Check price, language, format and member discounts before enrolling. Education is distinct from individualized therapy.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
ADHDLive group
ADDA · adult ADHD peer groups
Virtual peer groups organized around adult life, relationships and shared experiences.
CostPaid membership
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Adults with ADHD; some groups have age or identity criteria
- When
- Recurring daytime and evening options; confirm the current time zone.
- Before joining
- Membership is required. Choose a group that matches your needs and check participation expectations.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
ADHDLive group
ADDA · accountability and virtual workgroups
Virtual workgroups for planning, accountability and getting tasks started alongside other adults with ADHD.
CostPaid membership
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Adults with ADHD
- When
- Scheduled sessions; some daytime options. Consult the current calendar.
- Before joining
- Bring one manageable task and check membership, registration and the group format.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
ADHD · CaregiversSelf-paced tools
Understood · ADHD everyday guides
Practical articles, podcasts and tools about ADHD at home, at school and at work.
CostFree
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Adults with ADHD and families supporting children
- When
- On demand.
- Before joining
- Choose adult or parent resources as appropriate; explore English and Spanish materials.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
CaregiversOnline community
Family Caregiver Alliance · online caregiver groups
Email-based communities for sharing caregiving experiences, including a national caregiver group and an LGBTQ+ caregiver group.
CostFree
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Family caregivers and partners of adults with chronic conditions
- When
- Asynchronous email; this is not live around-the-clock support.
- Before joining
- The national Caregiver Online Group is unmoderated. Review privacy rules and confirm that the group fits your caregiving situation.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
CaregiversSelf-paced tools
Family Caregiver Alliance · practical care guides
Practical resources about caregiving tasks, caring for yourself and finding community support.
CostFree online information
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Family caregivers; especially those supporting adults
- When
- On demand; individual services may have geographic eligibility.
- Before joining
- Start with one current question. Check location and eligibility for any service described.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
CaregiversLive group
NAMI · family support groups
Peer-led groups for family members, friends and other supporters. Many affiliates offer virtual meetings.
CostFree
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Adults supporting someone with a mental health condition
- When
- Meeting frequency and online availability vary by affiliate.
- Before joining
- Use the event finder to confirm virtual access and registration. These groups focus on mental health conditions and are not autism-specific.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
CaregiversNavigation
NAMI · family caregiver HelpLine
Caregiver-informed help finding information and support, with phone, text and email contact options.
CostFree
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Family caregivers of people with mental health conditions
- When
- Weekdays; confirm current hours on the official page.
- Before joining
- For information and support, not emergency response or individual clinical care.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.
CaregiversSelf-paced tools
Caregiver Action Network · caregiver toolbox
Checklists, guides and practical resources for organizing care, asking for help and looking after your own needs.
CostFree
Who it suits & how to join
- Who it is for
- Family caregivers across different conditions
- When
- On demand; check event listings for live sessions.
- Before joining
- Choose a guide that fits your situation and turn one useful idea into a next step.
Official source checked October 9, 2026. Confirm current availability, fees and eligibility.