Play Groups
Autism Society Inland Empire – Meet, Greet, and Play
Funtana Kids-14980 Summit Ave, 210, Fontana
https://ieautism.org/events/
This is an inclusive playtime for all children 0-6 years and their parents. Whether you have a child with special needs or not, this is a safe and fun environment to use their imagination, play at their own pace, and have fun! There is a soft play climbing area, a ball pit and a building blocks area. Take advantage of this fantastic chance for your little ones to explore, learn, and grow. The 4th Saturday of the month.
Bourns Family Youth Innovation Center – Mommy and Me Sensory Playtime Program
9595 Miller Street, Riverside
(951) 826-8782
https://www.instagram.com/rivparks/reels/
Drop-in program. Enjoy the fun space, sensory toys, hands-on activities, and more. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 9:00 AM- 2:00 PM. No registration required. For ages 2-6. Free.
Lil Sunshine Club
Conference & Recreation Center – 14075 Frederick St., Moreno Valley
https://moval.gov/parks-comm-svc/program-sunshine.html
The Lil’ Sunshines program is designed for school-aged children with special needs. Activities include social development, creativity, movement, and sensory exploration. Participants must be accompanied by an adult. Fridays; 5:00- 6:30 pm.
My Play Club – The Arc of Riverside County
Riverside
https://arcriverside.org/what-we-do/childrens-programs.html
Free playdate for children with and without special needs and their families. My Play Club meets one Saturday of the month (summer months) at the universally accessible playground at Fairmount Park in downtown Riverside.
S.K.I.P.S (Supporting Kids, Involving Parents) – City of Temecula
41845 Sixth Street, Temecula
https://temeculaca.gov/807/Special-Needs-Programs
The S.K.I.P. (Supporting Kids Involving Parents) Program, is an exciting “parent and me” program that provides children with special needs opportunities for sensory enrichment, improvement of social skills, recreational play, and parent support. While children learn and grow, parents interact with others who understand what it is like to raise a child with special needs. Ages: 0-12. Held on the first Wednesday of the month, from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Registration required, please visit webpage for further details.
Youth Alternative Recreation Program – City of Murrieta
Copper Canyon Park – 23790 Via Alisol, Murrieta, CA
(951) 461- 6105
https://www.murrietaca.gov/482/Alternative-Recreation
Program designed for ages 5-12 is a social initiative designed specifically for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The program promotes socialization and community engagement through a variety of fun, interactive activities, including themed parties, games, crafts, and peer interaction. A parent or guardian is required to remain on-site for the duration of each event. 4th Friday of each Month, 6-8PM.
Autism Society Options Policy
This Resource Guide was developed to provide families and professionals with an opportunity to find resources related to autism in the Inland Empire in one place.
All information provided or published by the Autism Society Inland Empire is for information purposes only. Specific treatment, therapy or services should be provided to an individual only at the direction of the individual’s doctor, caregiver, or other qualified professional. References to any treatment or therapy option, program, service, or treatment provider are not an endorsement by the Autism Society. References of treatments, therapies, programs, services, and/or providers are not intended to be comprehensive statements. You should investigate alternatives that may be more appropriate for a specific individual. The Autism Society assumes no responsibility for the use made of any information published or provided. The Autism Society Inland Empire provides information, but it does not constitute medical or legal information. Referrals provided are suggestions to organizations that might help, but do not constitute a recommendation. The Autism Society Inland Empire cannot be held responsible for consequences that arise from individual dealings with a professional or organization. The inclusion of any organization does not imply endorsement, and omission does not imply disapproval. The Autism Society Inland Empire may add or remove organizations from this list at its discretion.
