Enrich+ Autism Groups

Enrich+ offers seven small group sessions a week during the school terms for ages five to 25 years catering for autistics or those with general social difficulties .

We run online and in person Dungeons and Dragons (DnD).

Through game, activities and discussions during sessions, we assist with important life skills such as:

View our four group options (Kids+, Teens+, Youth+ and Tabletop+) below.

Applicant Referral

Tabletop+ Group - Dungeons & Dragons (DnD)

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (DnD)

Dungeons & Dragons (DnD) is a structured, yet open-ended, role-playing game. It is normally played indoors with the participants seated around a tabletop. Typically, one player takes on the role of Dungeon Master while the others each control a single character, representing an individual in a fictional setting.

WHO CAN ATTEND

Tabletop+ is for teenagers and young adults that 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

$25 per session

WHEN

HOW DO I ACCESS THIS SERVICE

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

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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 those who require 1 on 1 support due to staff availability.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE SESSION

Through games, activities, play 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 personalised and quality service.

COST

$25 per session.

WHEN

Hamilton 21 Ruakura Road – Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 4pm – 5.30pm

PARENTS/CAREGIVERS

Parents/caregivers are welcome to stay for the first of the 10 sessions. We then encourage you to leave your child in our capable hands for the duration of the term.

HOW DO I ACCESS THIS SERVICE

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

Download the flyer.

Contact us

Teens+ Group

WHO CAN ATTEND

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

This group is not suitable or for those who require one on one 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.

We work in groups and encourage teens to manage their own behaviours and independence within the group.

COST

$25 per session

WHEN

Hamilton 21 Ruakura Road – Tuesdays or Wednesdays: 6pm – 8pm

PARENTS/CAREGIVERS

Parents/caregivers are welcome to stay for the first of the 10 sessions. We then encourage you to leave your teen in our capable hands for the duration of the term.

HOW DO I ACCESS THIS SERVICE

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

Download the flyer.

Contact us

Youth+ Group

WHO CAN ATTEND

Youth+ accommodates 16 – 25-year-olds with 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 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

$25 per session

WHEN

Hamilton – 21 Ruakura Road – Thursdays: 5pm – 7pm.

PARENTS/CAREGIVERS

Parents/caregivers are welcome to stay for the first of the 10 sessions. We then encourage you to leave your youth in our capable hands for the duration of the term.

HOW DO I ACCESS THIS SERVICE

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

Download the flyer.

Contact us

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