Enrich+ Autism Groups

Enrich+ offers four small-group sessions catering to autistics and those with Asperger’s for ages five to 25 years.

Through games, activities and discussion, we assist with important life skills such as:

View our four group options (Kids+, Teens+, Youth+ & Tabletop+) below:

Kids+ Group

WHO CAN ATTEND

Kids+ is developed mainly for autistic children aged between five and 10 years old, or children who have general social difficulties. Participants are usually attending mainstream schooling and must be able to toilet independently.

This group is not suitable for non-verbal individuals or for those who require one on one support.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE SESSION

Through games, activities and discussion, we assist children to develop their social and communication skills, increase independence, make friends and support them with emotional understanding and regulation.
Working in groups, we strive to offer a 1:4 staff-to-participant ratio to support your child.

COST

$20 per session.

WHEN

Hamilton Hardley Street – Tuesdays or Wednesdays : 4pm – 5.30pm

Hamilton Ruakura – Tuesdays : 4pm – 5.30pm

PARENTS/CAREGIVERS

Parents/caregivers are welcome to stay for the first session, or until your child is settled in. We then encourage you to leave your child in our capable hands for the duration of the session.

HOW DO I ACCESS THIS SERVICE

If this sounds right for you, please contact us to discuss the next step.

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Teens+ Group

WHO CAN ATTEND

Teens+ is for 11 – 15-year-olds with Asperger’s, autism, or general social difficulties. These teens are usually attending mainstream schooling and must be able to toilet independently.

This group is not suitable for non-verbal individuals or for those who require 1 on 1 support.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE SESSION

Our facilitators focus on increasing social and communication skills through activities, games and discussions.

We aim to develop life skills, as well as skills needed for school (such as transitioning into high school), making friends, navigating through relationship challenges and teambuilding.

Working in groups, we strive to offer a 1:4 staff-to-participant ratio to support your teen but encourage teens to manage their own behaviours and independence within the group.

COST

$20 per session

WHEN

Hamilton  – Tuesdays or Wednesdays : 6pm – 8pm

Tauranga – Tuesdays : 6pm – 8pm

PARENTS/CAREGIVERS

Parents/caregivers are welcome to stay for the first session, or until your teen is settled in. We then encourage you to leave your teen in our capable hands for the duration of the session.

HOW DO I ACCESS THIS SERVICE

If this sounds right for you, please contact us to discuss the next step.

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Youth+ Group

WHO CAN ATTEND

Youth+ accommodates 16 – 25-year-olds with Asperger’s, autism or general social difficulties who are able to manage their own behaviours and have a reasonable level of independence and communication.

This group is not suitable for non-verbal individuals or for those who require 1 on 1 support.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE SESSION

We work in groups to develop independence, extend social circles, build friendships, and gain a sense of belonging. Essential personal and life skills, such as effective communication, working with others, and increasing cooking and other independence skills are developed through activities, games and discussions.

We offer sessions designed to develop social and life skills within a safe environment, as well as spending time in the local community, visiting places such as restaurants, shops and game centres.

COST

$20 per session

WHEN

Hamilton – Thursdays Group One : 4pm – 6pm

Hamilton – Thursdays Group Two : 4pm – 6pm

Hamilton – Thursdays Group Three : 6.30pm – 8.30pm

HOW DO I ACCESS THIS SERVICE

If this sounds right for you, please contact us to discuss the next step.

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Tabletop+ Group

WHO CAN ATTEND

Tabletop+ is for teenagers and young adults that are able to manage their own behaviours, have a reasonable level of independence and communication, and a basic level of literacy and numeracy skills.

This group is not suitable for non-verbal individuals or for those who require 1 on 1 support.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE SESSION

We offer Dungeons and Dragons groups with dungeon masters. These dungeon masters are also facilitators experienced in supporting people with disabilities, autism, neurodiversity and general social difficulties. We aim to provide support to transfer the skills gained playing into real life and help those playing develop the confidence to access their own role-playing games within their local community.

Research is growing on the positive benefits with participating in role-playing games, such as developing an individual’s theory of mind, teamwork, cooperation skills, communication and problem-solving skills, to name a few.

COST

$20 per session

WHEN

Tabletop+ runs on both Tuesday and Wednesday evenings during term time. Please contact us for more information.

HOW DO I ACCESS THIS SERVICE

If this sounds right for you, please contact us to discuss the next step.

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Lego Club (Lego Therapy) - Coming Soon

LOCATION

Hamilton

 

Enrich+ Lego Club is an evidenced based therapy where children develop skills through collaboration on group projects using Lego®, in an understanding and accepting environment.

Group members team up on building sets and free-style projects, while learning how to work together, communicate, problem-solve and share fun experiences through play.

Note – we will begin a trial of our new Lego Club in term 3, for select participants.
However from term 4, should the trial be successful, we will open up registrations for more spots.

If you would like more information, please contact us with the button below.

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Sponsorship Support - How To Help

At present our autism groups run with a shortfall of $15 per person/per session. Additional funding is required for these groups so they can remain at an affordable level for attendees and their families, and can continue to operate with small staffing ratios.

We are very grateful for any support from individuals, and organisations that may be able to help.

You are welcome to make a donation directly into our Bank Account:
Enrich+
03 1564 0019916 000

Use your surname or company name as the Reference

 

Donations of $5 or more can be receipted and may qualify for a tax rebate. If you would like a tax receipt, please contact us on our ‘sponsorship’ email address below.

 

For more information on our Autism Group Sponsorships, contact us on:
PH: 0800 367 424
Email: sponsorships@enrichplus.org.nz 

 

View our full sponsorship letter using the link below:

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