Autism Support Groups in Providence, Rhode Island

In the Providence area, support and community come through statewide organizations, clinical programs, and local groups.

Statewide organizations that connect families:

• Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) — the state's Parent Training and Information Center, offering family support, one-on-one help, and connections to other families; a strong first call
• Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities at Rhode Island College — a statewide resource that can point you toward support and community
• The Autism Society's Rhode Island presence — Autism Society affiliates typically offer support groups, social events, and community

Clinical and hospital programs: Bradley Hospital and Hasbro Children's programs sometimes include family support components; ask your care team what's available.

Online communities: Rhode Island is small enough that statewide and Providence-area Facebook groups and online communities are active and useful for real-time information about providers and resources.

Because Rhode Island is compact, most families can reach in-person groups in the Providence area within a reasonable drive.