Family and friends of disabled individuals Meetup Groups
| Groups 31 | Members 671 | Interested 199 | Cities 29 | Countries 3 |
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Do you find that people act surprised when you tell them you have a disability? Do they say "But you don't look sick" or ask what's your disability really about? Are you wanting support to move ahead in your life despite your disability? Are you want… |
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What is SMASH in Tucson? Well, I was/still am the organizer of a Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, Chronic Pain Group in PH called SMASH-Stop Moaning and Start Healing! I now live in the Tucson and as an organizer, get to have 2 other groups for free-ne…
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Do you have a brother or sister with a disability, mental illness, or medical condition? If you want to socialize with other adult siblings like you and enjoy doing fun stuff in the Boston area, then this is the group for you! We've had some great ac… |
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The Brighter Future Society (BFS) is a group of motivated young professionals who are committed to promoting the mission of the YAI Network through social service. YAI is a Manhattan-based not-for-profit organization that provides serviBy volunteerin… |
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This group was established in 2010 by a small group of amputees who met while receiving outpatient physiotherapy at St. John's Rehab Hospital in Toronto, Canada. Right from the get go, we realized how important it was for amputees and caregivers to… |
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Welcome! This is a social group for typically developing siblings (aged 8-10) of children with disabilities. The purpose of the group is for siblings to spend time together doing fun activities. Please note that this is not a therapeutic support grou… |
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Lets get together and enjoy the beautiful Bay Area! This is a group for anyone who enjoys the outdoors, socializing, spotrs and meeting new people! We can meet in different places and head out together to explore new trails and get some fresh air! We… |
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Join us while we volunteer in the community and make new friends along the way! RealLife is a company focused on helping young adults with disabilities achieve independence, employment, and community involvement. Our goal is to empower young people t…
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Community Organizations, Social Gatherings, Socializing, Making New Friends, Volunteering, Young Adults, Community Outreach, People Helping People, Volunteering for a good cause, Socializing For The Disabled, Volunteer Opportunities, Family and friends of disabled individuals, Community volunteer support, Adults with Special Needs, Disabilities, Meet New People and Maybe See Some Old Friends, Show more...Show less...
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Founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver, Best Buddies is a vibrant, international organization that has grown from one original chapter to almost 1,500 middle school, high school, and college chapters worldwide. Best Buddies programs engage partic… |
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Dive training and excursions for divers with disabilites and their dive buddies. |
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Newest Meetup Groups
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May 17, 2013
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We know when we help persons in wheelchairs we are helping other disable and the general public to live a better Accessible life. Mission : In our pursuit of excellence, American Wheelchair Society gives people a portal to learn about Advocating for…
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Disability Travel, Disability awareness, Living with Disabilities, Disability Rights, Socializing For The Disabled, Living with a Disability, Family and friends of disabled individuals, Adaptive Resource, Handicapped and Mobility Challenged, Wheelchair Accessible, Networking for the Disabled Small Busines Owner, Disability Recreation and Fitness, Disabled, Wheelchair, Physically Disabled Adults
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May 5, 2013
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The disabled community is by far the most over-looked, under-reached, and least served by "children of the light". God is love and His love is in US. This meet-up group is a CommUNITY based, no cash exchanged, give/barter from the heart, with a desir… |
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April 25, 2013
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Calling people with disabilities who want to hang out have fun. For example, Strawberry fest or just hanging out at Starbucks . |
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April 10, 2013
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Whether you have a disability, are a family member, or a caretaker of someone with a disability this group can be for you. You may be in a wheel chair or suffer from chronic pain. You may have a child with autism or down syndrome. It may be Fibromyal…
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Multiple Sclerosis, Living with Disabilities, Disability Rights, Chronic Illness, Hidden Disabilities, Socializing For The Disabled, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain, and Chronic Fatigue, Dyslexia and Learning Disabilities, Family and friends of disabled individuals, Parents of Children with Physical Disabilities, Fibromyalgia Support Groups, Caregivers for the Disabled, Coping with Invisible Disabilities, Parents of Disabled Children
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April 8, 2013
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Calling all neighbours whose lives are in some way influenced by the presence of dyslexia in their families or their friendships. There is a dearth of information out there with regard to dyslexia and we want to change that fact. Dyslexia can have a… |
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April 1, 2013
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The 2013 Who's Your Hero Tour, will reach from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA, in search for heroes with stories of integrity, resilience and community. Making Nametags TM educational presentations along the way, 13x Paralympic medalist Chris Waddell,…
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Living with Disabilities, Education, Outdoors, Hidden Disabilities, Outdoor Fitness, Outdoor Adventure, Outdoor Recreation, Children, Family Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor activities, Recreational Sports & Outdoor Events, Children with Disabilities, Family Friendly, Living with a Disability, Family and friends of disabled individuals
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April 1, 2013
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“Let's get together for activities such as going to storytime at the library, having picnics, going to the park, playgrounds, and play dates in our homes, go to group classes that enhance our children's social skills, focus on occupational, speech an… |
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March 22, 2013
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The Gold Coast has limited social activities for young people with physical disabilities. This is a group formed to organise new events, share experiences and make new friends! This group is for people with physical disabilities and their friends/fam… |
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March 16, 2013
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Have a disability? Want to meet new people? We are a new group to provide socializing, travel for people with special needs, and disabilities A Social atmosphere that is friendly and fun Plan events and long weekend trips, like movies, baseball g… |
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March 4, 2013
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We're a group of disabled people who want to have fun, meet other people, learn, socialize, go places, do things and make lots of new friends.
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