Single Mothers' Services & Mentorship Programs
Support Group for Single Mothers of Children on the Autism Spectrum
This free program offers a friendly, supportive space where women can share experiences, information and resources unique to being a single mother of children on the Autism Spectrum. The group will also include workshops dealing with topics such as self advocacy, self-care and parenting.
Free child-minding will be provided by volunteers experienced in caring for children with Autism, provided and screened by PAFN. Please note the support ratio will be 1:2 and 1:1 supports will not be available, however children who would like to bring additional support workers are welcome.
Additional Details
Mandate: The YWCA of Metro Vancouver and Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) have partnered to deliver a peer support group for single mothers of children on the Autism Spectrum. *Special note: due to COVID-19 the group is currently meeting online via Zoom until further notice
Type of Resource: Support Group
Type of Recreational Activity:
Services: Community Group Support Group
Languages: English
Subjects: Autism Spectrum Disorders Family Life
Age Range: All Ages (0-100)
Contact Information
3688 Cessna Drive, Richmond, BC
Region: Metro Vancouver (Including Sea to Sky)