Teen & Adult Groups
** You can also check Meetup for a group in your area, or with a specific focus**
Autism Society Inland Empire
(951) 220-6922
www.ieautism.org
Four online groups currently. Talk to Me Tuesday which meets every week (adults with ASD, family members and professionals just hanging out); Murrieta Teen & Adult Group (16+ and older, facilitated group that meets monthly); Create Together group, (16+ and older, meets last Saturday each month) and the Rancho Adult Group (meets every other Friday for fun events). Check out the calendar for the latest dates.
AbilityFirst Claremont Center
480 South Indian Hill Boulevard, Claremont, CA
(909) 621-4727
www.abilityfirst.org
Offers an after-school children’s program and a Recreation and Leisure Program for children and adults with physical disabilities and developmental disabilities, such as autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and epilepsy. The center features an activity room, computer lab, an indoor heated swimming pool, an outdoor play area and a specialized learning lab that is ideal for students with autism and other communicative disorders. The after school program is Mon –Fri for ages 5-22. Vendored through Inland Regional Center. The Recreation and Leisure Program is for ages 18 and up.
A.R.I.S.E. (Adaptive Recreation Incorporating Social Enrichment) – City of Lake Elsinore
420 E. Lakeshore Drive, Lake Elsinore, CA
(951) 674-3124; Ext. 403
https://www.lake-elsinore.org/165/ARISE
A.R.I.S.E. is a program that offers activities and events for children and adults with special needs. Our mission is to provide a safe and health-driven environment where individuals and their loved ones will feel welcomed and able to enjoy their time participating in fun and educational activities and events. Registration required, please visit website for further information.
Alternative Recreation Program (ARP)- City of Murrieta
41810 Juniper St., Murrieta, CA
(951) 304-PARK (7275)
https://www.murrietaca.gov/482/Alternative-Recreation
The City of Murrieta’s Alternative Recreation Program (ARP) is a social program for adults, 18 years and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Facilitated by a team of city staff, ARP provides supervised events that promote social skills, verbal and non-verbal communications, creative expression, and participants are able to develop new friendships in a supportive environment. The events include, but are not limited to themed dances, picnics, local excursions, and movie nights. Most Alternative Recreation Program events are held at the Murrieta Community Center at 41810 Juniper Street.
Center for Individual Development (CID)
8088 Palm Lane, San Bernardino, CA
(909) 998-2810
https://www.ci.san-bernardino.ca.us/city_hall/parks_recreation/community_centers/center_for_individual_development
Offers “Merry Mixers,” a program for adults 21 years and older with developmental disabilities, T-Th 9:30 am– 12:30pm which focuses on independent living skills and recreation opportunities. The Sunshine Club is the teen program for ages 13 years old and older. They focus on friendships, exploring recreation opportunities and engaging with arts and crafts. Both programs have a monthly fee of about $10.00 per month. You must register in person with a guardian at the Center for Individual Development for either program. Other individual classes available through sbcity.org/classes.
City of Corona Adaptive Recreation Program
Circle City Center -365 N. Main St., Corona, CA
(951) 817-5755
www.CoronaCA.gov/Registration
The Out of Bounds program is held on Thursdays from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm at the Circle City Center. Provides recreational games, interactive presentations and social activities for teens and adults with developmental disabilities. Ages 14+ with a caregiver. Free.
Adaptive Fitness Fridays. Programs are designed to engage participants, create a friendly environment, promote mobility and exercise. Each Friday has a different sport, check out the website for specifics. Ages 14+.
Adaptive Academy. A social recreation class for special needs adults; concentrating on life skills, community involvement, and building relationships in a fun, engaging, and inclusive environment. Will be teaching basic cooking skills, hygiene skills, household skills and other life skills. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Ages: 16+. Registration required.
City of Ontario Recreation and Community Services – Adapted Program
(909) 395-2021
https://www.ontarioca.gov/Recreation
Provides a time and place for adults 18 years and older with special needs to meet together. This program will enable socialization with peers and interact with one another while participating in seasonal classes and events. Activities are for individuals who are self-sufficient and able to function in a group environment without causing harm to themselves or others, or disrupting the group. Activities include dining out monthly, a bowling league, dance lessons, day trips to varied locations throughout Southern California, and a Social Club every Saturday morning. Registration and payment are accepted at the Armstrong Center and the Ontario Senior Center.
Desert Recreation District – Adaptive/Therapeutic Sports & Recreation
45-305 Oasis Street, Indio, CA
(760) 347-3484
https://www.myrecreationdistrict.com/adaptivetherapeutic-sports-recreation
Sports and recreational activities that are fun, competitive, and rewarding for individuals with special needs or disabilities. Through community partnerships we are able offer a comprehensive list of unique programs and events.
Count Me In – Social Skills Group
530 S. Buena Vista St., Hemet, CA
Jodi Lewis 951-305-0292
https://count-me-in.net/
Social Skills Sessions are thoughtfully designed to help individuals 15+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities enhance their interpersonal abilities in a supportive environment. Led by a licensed therapist, these sessions focus on practical skills that foster meaningful connections and community engagement.
Friendly Stars, City of Riverside
La Sierra Senior Center – 5215 La Sierra Ave., Riverside, CA
(951)351-6435
https://riversideca.gov/park_rec/programs-sports/adults/friendly-stars
The Friendly Stars program is a social recreation program for special needs adults 18 and over. The program is held most Friday nights from 6-8 pm at La Sierra Senior Center for six-month sessions, January-June and July-December. Activities include arts and crafts, karaoke, movies, a weekly dance, and one special monthly event. Most of the participants are dropped off by Parents/Care providers or buses. They do accept adults with behavioral issues but require a caregiver to accompany them every Friday night.
High Hopes – City of Temecula
Margarita Recreation Center – 29119 Margarita Road, Temecula, CA
(951) 694-6480
https://temeculaca.gov/807/Special-Needs-Programs
The Temecula High Hopes Program provides adults (18+) with special needs an opportunity for social interaction with peers, while participating in group activities and events. Held on first or third Friday of each month from 6-9 pm. Pre-registration is required (online or in person).
IncredAbles – Rancho Cucamonga Parks & Recreation
Goldy S. Lewis Community Center – 11200 Base Line Rd., Rancho Cucamonga, CA
(909) 774-3853
https://www.cityofrc.us/community-services/special-needs
Friday Night Fun Club for ages 13 & up. Every month there is a fun themed night that includes dances and special activities such as crafts, games, food and more. Additional classes offered: Star Performers, Tap Dance, Jazz and Hip Hop, Social Line Dance, Self Defense for Women and Girls, Martial Arts and Gymnastics.
Inland Regional Center Consumer Advisory Committee (CAC)
www.inlandrc.org/2018/01/26/irc-welcomes-consumers-join-cac/
Free for Inland Regional Center clients 16 years or older. Check out their calendar for a list of fun upcoming events!
Mighty Me – City of Menifee
26480 Lazy Creek Road, Menifee, CA
(951) 679-8092
https://www.cityofmenifee.us/549/InclusiveSpecial-Needs-Programming
Mighty Me is a Special Needs Program that offers FREE monthly programming for all ages,all abilities and all capabilities. Youth: 3-17 years of age and Adults: 18 years and older.
Neurodivergent Social Hour-Perris Library
163 E. San Jacinto Blvd., Perris, CA
(951) 657-2358
https://www.facebook.com/perrislibrary
Neurodivergent Social Hour is a program for adults with developmental disabilities to make crafts, color, and more. The event is in the community room where participants can be artistic and socialize with one another. Neurodivergent Social Hour is held every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 10:00AM.
Party Pardners Program – City of Norco Parks and Recreation
Rose M. Eldridge Senior Center – 2690 Clark Avenue, Norco, CA
(951) 270-5647
[email protected]
https://www.norco.ca.us/departments/community-services/developmentally-challenged-programs
Program for developmentally disabled adults 18 and over. Meetings are on the second and fourth Friday of the month from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Provides activity, watch a movie, play a game or dancing. Caregivers can stay to assist with behaviors if necessary. Registration required.
PEERS Social Skills Group ~UCLA clinic
https://www.semel.ucla.edu/peers
The Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS®) is world-renowned for providing evidence-based social skills treatment to preschoolers, adolescents, and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, depression, and other socio-emotional problems. First developed at UCLA by PEERS® Clinic director, Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson, the program has expanded to locations across the United States, has been translated into over a dozen languages, and is used in over 125 countries across the globe.
Sunshine Social Club-City of Moreno Valley
Conference & Recreation Center – 14075 Frederick St., Moreno Valley, CA
(951) 413-3280
[email protected]
|https://www.moval.org/parks-comm-svc/program-sunshine.html
The Sunshine Social Club is designed for developmentally challenged adults 18 years and older. Activities include games, crafts, movies, dances, and more. Students must be mobile and independent to take care of personal needs. Monthly Fee: $22 Resident | $28 Non-resident. Wednesdays, 6 – 8 pm.
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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.
