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How this page works: This page helps you look through available supports. You can read more details when you click "sign up".

Browse AsIAm support groups and programmes for children and families, Autistic adults and jobseekers. Choose a group that is right for you, then click the button to read the details and sign up.

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Child & Family

Child & Family Support

Animal Crossing (10-17 years)

10-17 years
Online

Come join us and play Animal Crossing where we will visit Islands, play hide & Seek, have a fashion Show, go for coffee together at The Roost and more!

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Arts and Crafts Club (10-12 years)

10-12 years
In person

A fun and creative space to make some arts and crafts! Enjoy painting, polymer clay, drawing, colouring, and a variety of other exciting crafts.

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Dungeons & Dragons West Marches (Level 1-4)

11-17 years
Online

Join us for D&D West Marches! West Marches is a style of DnD in which a large pool of players come together to play in the same universe when places are available at the game table. This format is a drop-in style game. Your character will remain the same, and the game mechanics are the same (DnD 5e 2014 - Legacy Rule Set).

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Dungeons & Dragons West Marches (Level 5+)

11-17 years
Online

Join us for D&D West Marches! West Marches is a style of DnD in which a large pool of players come together to play in the same universe when places are available at the game table. This format is a drop-in style game. Your character will remain the same, and the game mechanics are the same (DnD 5e 2014 - Legacy Rule Set).

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Gamer Chat (13-17 years)

13-17 years
Online

Join us for an hour where we'll each have a turn to share about our gaming interests. If you prefer to listen only, that's welcomed too!

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Gamer Chat (9-12 years)

9-12 years
Online

Join us for an hour where we'll each have a turn to share about our gaming interests. If you prefer to listen only, that's welcomed too!

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History Club (13-17 years)

13-17 years
Online

History Club is on an online club where we learn and share about different history topics. Each month we decide a topic to discuss together and if you prefer to listen only, that's welcomed too!

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Lego Club (9-12 years)

9-12 years
In person
Blackrock, Dublin

Join us for Lego Club at our offices in South Dublin! This is a small group where we will have fun building Lego creations together.

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Lunch Club (13-17 years)

13-17 years
Online

Online Lunch Club is a get together where teens can chat with each other and our group leads around lunch time. Great for teens who attend school from home, but all are welcome!

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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (13-17 years)

13-17 years
Online

Join us for Mario Kart 8 where we will race, battle and have fun!

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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (9-12 years)

9-12 years
Online

Join us for Mario Kart 8 where we will race, battle and have fun!

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Maynooth Hangout (13-17 years)

13-17 years
In person
Maynooth

Hangouts are safe, relaxed spaces for teens or tweens to socially connect with each other and have fun. There will be different activities on offer like board games, arts & crafts or Lego.

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Maynooth Hangout (9-12 years)

9-12 years
In person
Maynooth

Hangouts are safe, relaxed spaces for teens or tweens to socially connect with each other and have fun. There will be different activities on offer like board games, arts & crafts or Lego.

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Minecraft Club (13-17 years)

13-17 years
Online

Join us in Minecraft Club for fun building challenges and free building too!

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Minecraft Club (9-12 years)

9-12 years
Online

Join us in Minecraft Club for fun building challenges and free building too!

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Navan Hangout (13-17 years)

13-17 years
In person
Navan

Hangouts are safe, relaxed spaces for teens or tweens to socially connect with each other and have fun. There will be different activities on offer like board games, arts & crafts or Lego.

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Navan Hangout (9-12 years)

9-12 years
In person
Navan

Hangouts are safe, relaxed spaces for teens or tweens to socially connect with each other and have fun. There will be different activities on offer like board games, arts & crafts or Lego.

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Passionate Interests Club (13-17 years)

13-17 years
Online

Join us for an hour where we'll each have a turn to share about our passionate interests. If you prefer to listen only, that's welcomed too!

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South Dublin Hangout (13-17 years)

13-17 years
In person
Blackrock, Dublin

Hangouts are safe, relaxed spaces for teens or tweens to socially connect with each other and have fun. There will be different activities on offer like board games, arts & crafts or Lego.

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Stay and Play

4-8 years
In person
Dublin

Stay and Play is a safe, relaxed play space where children can free play with different toys and activities while parents connect with each other over a tea or coffee.

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Super Mario Bros Wonder (13-17 years)

13-17 years
Online

Come join us for Super Mario Bros Wonder! Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a side-scrolling platform game for the Nintendo Switch featuring Mario and friends exploring the Flower Kingdom, with new Wonder Flower effects and power-ups like Elephant Mario.

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Super Mario Bros Wonder (9-12 years)

9-12 years
Online

Come join us for Super Mario Bros Wonder! Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a side-scrolling platform game for the Nintendo Switch featuring Mario and friends exploring the Flower Kingdom, with new Wonder Flower effects and power-ups like Elephant Mario.

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Switch 2: Mario Kart World (13-17 years)

13-17 years
Online

Mario Kart World is an open-world kart racing game for the Nintendo Switch 2. Come join us to play, race and have fun!

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Switch 2: Mario Kart World (9-12 years)

9-12 years
Online

Mario Kart World is an open-world kart racing game for the Nintendo Switch 2. Come join us to play, race and have fun!

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Adult Support & Wellbeing

Adult Support & Wellbeing

Arts and Crafts - Online

18+
Online

This group is for Autistic adults who enjoy arts and crafts or would like to try something new. It is a space to connect with others, explore different creative activities, and work on your own projects in a supportive and relaxed environment. Each session includes a different creative theme, but participants are welcome to create whatever interests them.

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Ballymun Board Games and Hangout

18+
In person
Ballymun, Dublin

This group is for Autistic adults who would like to meet others in the Ballymun area. It is a space to connect with others, chat, make new friends, and enjoy board games in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

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Book Club

18+
Online

This group is for Autistic adults who enjoy reading and discussing books. It is a space to connect with others, share thoughts on what you've been reading, and explore different stories and ideas in a friendly and supportive environment.

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Drum Circle

18+
In person
Blackrock, Dublin

This group is for Autistic adults who enjoy music or would like to try playing percussion instruments. It is a space to connect with others, explore rhythm and music, and take part in a relaxed and collaborative drumming session. No experience is needed.

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Film Club

18+
Online

This group is for Autistic adults who enjoy film and television. It is a space to connect with others, share opinions, and discuss stories, characters, and themes from a wide range of films and TV shows in a friendly and supportive environment.

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History Club

18+
Online

This group is for Autistic adults with an interest in history. It is a space to connect with others, share knowledge and perspectives, and discuss historical topics from any time period in a relaxed and welcoming environment. There are no set topics, and participants are encouraged to bring their own interests and ideas to each session.

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Maynooth Social Hangout

18+
In person
Maynooth

This group is for Autistic adults who would like to meet others in the Maynooth area. It is a space to connect with others, chat, make new friends, and enjoy board games, video games, and other social activities in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

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Peer Support - All Genders and Ages

18+
Online

This group is for all Autistic adults. It is a space to connect with others, share experiences, and offer peer support while discussing common challenges and topics of interest.

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Peer Support: LGBTQIA+

18+
Online

This group is for Autistic LGBTQIA+ adults, including those who are questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation. It is a safe and supportive space to connect with others, share experiences, and offer peer support while discussing common challenges and topics relevant to the community.

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Peer Support: Men's Group

18+
Online

This group is for anyone who identifies as a man. It is a space to connect with others, share experiences, and offer peer support while discussing common challenges and topics of interest.

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Peer Support: Parents of Autistic Adults

Online

This group is for parents of Autistic adults. It is a space to connect with others, share experiences, and offer peer support while discussing common challenges and topics relevant to supporting Autistic adults. Each session includes an opportunity to check in and discuss a topic selected in advance.

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Peer Support: Shared Experiences

18+
Online

This group is for Autistic adults who would like to connect with others through topic-based discussion. It is a welcoming and supportive space to share experiences, learn from one another, and offer peer support. Each session focuses on a different peer-led topic.

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Peer Support: Women's 18-30

18-30
Online

This group is for anyone aged 18-30 who identifies as a woman. It is a space to connect with others, share experiences, and offer peer support while discussing common challenges and topics of interest.

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Peer Support: Women's 30+

30+
Online

This group is for anyone aged 30 and over who identifies as a woman. It is a space to connect with others, share experiences, and offer peer support while discussing common challenges and topics of interest.

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Peer Support: Women's 50+

50+
Online

This group is for anyone aged 50 and over who identifies as a woman. It is a space to connect with others, share experiences, and offer peer support while discussing common challenges and topics of interest.

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Portlaoise Games and Hangout

18+
In person
Portlaoise

This group is for Autistic adults who would like to meet others in the Portlaoise area. It is a space to connect with others, chat, make new friends, and enjoy board games and video games in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

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Shankill Board Games and Hangout

18+
In person
Shankill, Dublin

This group is for Autistic adults who would like to meet others in the Shankill area. It is a space to connect with others, chat, make new friends, and enjoy board games in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

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South Dublin Nintendo Switch Hangout

18+
In person
Blackrock, Dublin

This group is for Autistic adults who enjoy video games. It is a space to connect with others, chat, make new friends, and play Nintendo Switch games such as Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

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Special Interest Info-Dumping

18+
Online

This group is for Autistic adults who would like to share or learn about special interests. It is a space to connect with others, listen to presentations and discussions, and explore topics that participants are passionate about in a respectful and supportive environment.

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Women's Social Group

18+
Online

This group is for Autistic women. It is a space to connect with others, chat, share interests, and make new friends in a relaxed, friendly, and respectful environment.

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Young Adult Film Club (17-19)

17-19
Online

This group is for Autistic young people, aged 17 - 19, who enjoy film and television. It is a space to connect with others, share opinions, and discuss stories, characters, and themes from a wide range of films and TV shows in a friendly and supportive environment.

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Employment

Employment Support

Interview Skills Group

18+
Online

This group is for Autistic adults who want to build confidence and develop their interview skills. It’s a safe and supportive space to share experiences, learn practical tips, review interview questions, and provides support in preparing for job interviews. The facilitator will explore common challenges and strategies to help make the interview process feel more manageable and accessible.

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Job Searching & CV Development Group

18+
Online

This group is for Autistic adults who want to develop their job-searching skills and create or improve their CV. It’s a safe and supportive space to share experiences, learn practical tips, and support one another throughout the job-searching journey. The facilitator will explain the application process, explore different ways to find job opportunities, and offer guidance on developing a CV, helping to make the process more manageable and accessible.

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One-to-One Career Clinics

18+
Online

AsIAm's One-to-One Career Clinics offer Autistic adults a supportive space to explore their employment goals and receive personalised guidance. Participants can choose between a Career Discovery Session, to explore their strengths, interests, and potential education and/or career paths, or an Interview Prep Session, to build confidence, practise interview skills, and prepare for upcoming interviews. These sessions are tailored to each participant’s needs, helping you to take the next steps towards your employment goals.

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