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 ReferralDungeons & 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.
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.
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.
$25 per session
If this sounds right for you, please contact us to discuss the next step.
Contact usKids+ 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.
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.
$25 per session.
Hamilton 21 Ruakura Road – Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 4pm – 5.30pm
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.
If this sounds right for you, please contact us to discuss the next step.
Contact usTeens+ 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.
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.
$25 per session
Hamilton 21 Ruakura Road – Tuesdays or Wednesdays: 6pm – 8pm
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.
If this sounds right for you, please contact us to discuss the next step.
Contact usYouth+ 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.
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.
$25 per session
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Hamilton – 21 Ruakura Road – Thursdays: 5pm – 7pm.
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.
If this sounds right for you, please contact us to discuss the next step.
Contact usUse this form if you would like to be kept up to date with what's happening in our Autism Groups, and further information about Enrich Group.
At present our autism groups run with a shortfall. 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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