Autism Support Groups in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Where to find other autism families, peer support, and community in Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley.
Few things help more than connecting with other families who get it. Philadelphia has a well-developed network of parent support groups, regional autism organizations, and hospital-run groups. This page points to real, verifiable local and statewide resources — and to the caution that specific groups and schedules change, so confirm current details before showing up.
Autism Society chapter founded in 1977 by local parents, serving Philadelphia plus Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. Offers information, referrals, and community events.
Vision for Equality — Philadelphia Parent Support Groups
Parent support network
Network of grassroots, family-run support groups across Philadelphia neighborhoods for families of people with intellectual disabilities and autism. Services are free of charge.
Statewide nonprofit founded by parents in 1996 that coordinates support groups across Pennsylvania and runs a virtual parent support group. Statewide resource, not Philadelphia-specific.