One of the most underrated forms of support after an autism diagnosis is other parents who have been there — and Milwaukee has active local and statewide groups to plug into. Support groups offer practical tips (which providers, which waitlists, how to navigate the school district) plus the emotional relief of not doing this alone. This page points you to Milwaukee-area and Wisconsin organizations, including the ones that also help with advocacy when you hit a wall with insurance or schools.
Formerly the Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin, it runs a monthly in-person parents' support group at its Wauwatosa office, a virtual parents' group on Zoom, and a Spanish-language support group at a south-side Milwaukee school.
Visit siteHas no Milwaukee chapter, but its statewide Zoom groups are open to any Wisconsin family, including a caregiver Coffee and Conversation group and an online hangout for autistic teens.
Visit siteMilwaukee's independent-living center hosts a monthly virtual peer group where autistic professionals talk through workplace issues.
Visit siteA West Allis autism services provider that lists parent support groups among its services; its site gives no schedule, so contact AIM directly for details.
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