ASD Support Circle - Harmony Haven
(10-Week Program) starting Sep 6st
Where young autistic minds connect, learn, and shine together
Being on the autism spectrum as a young person can feel confusing or lonely sometimes. Harmony Haven offers two specially designed programs for autistic children and young teens to make friends who understand them, learn helpful skills, and celebrate what makes them amazing and unique.
Little Harmony (Ages 6-10)
Fun, friendship, and feelings for our youngest participants
What makes Little Harmony special
Play-based learning
Everything happens through games, stories, and creative activities
Short, engaging sessions
1.5 hours perfect for young attention spans
Maximum 6 children
Small group ensures everyone feels included and heard
Sensory-friendly fun
Activities designed for sensitive eyes, ears, and bodies
Simple, clear structure
Predictable routine helps children feel safe and confident
Your 10-Week Adventure
Week 1-2
Making New Friends: Meet your group friends through fun games and activities. Share your favourite toys, animals, or things you love. Create your special "comfort kit" and group rules together.
Week 3-4
Understanding Big Feelings: Learn to recognize different feelings and what they feel like in your body. Practice naming emotions and understanding that all feelings are okay.
Week 5-6
Calm and Happy Strategies: Discover cool ways to feel better when you're upset, excited, or worried. Create your personal toolbox of calming activities and sensory tools.
Week 7-8
Talking and Listening Magic: Practice using words, gestures, and pictures to tell people what you need. Learn how to be a good friend and listener in fun, interactive ways.
Week 9
Friendship Fun: Practice playing together, sharing, taking turns, and solving small problems that friends sometimes have.
Week 10
Celebration & Graduation: Big party to celebrate all your new skills, friendships, and the amazing things that make you special!
Fun Activities
Story time about autism and differences
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Simple role-playing games
Sensory play and calming activities
Movement and dance activities
Art projects and creative expression
Show-and-tell with special interests
Teen Harmony (Ages 10-14)
Building confidence and connections for tweens and early teens
What makes Growing Harmony special
Age-appropriate challenges
Topics that matter to tweens navigating school and friendships
Peer connection focus
Meeting others who "get it" during these important social years
Maximum 8 participants
Larger group allows for diverse friendships and perspectives
Real-world skills
Practical strategies for school, family, and social situations
Identity exploration
Understanding autism as part of who you are (not something to hide)
Your 10-Week Adventure
Week 1-2
Finding Your Tribe: Meet your group and discover you're not alone. Share experiences about school, friendships, and what it's like being autistic in a neurotypical world.
Week 3-4
Understanding Your Amazing Autistic Brain: Learn about autism strengths, challenges, and why your brain works the way it does. Explore how autism affects everyone differently.
Week 5-6
Mastering Your Sensory World: Discover your sensory preferences, triggers, and regulation strategies. Create your personalized sensory toolkit for different situations.
Week 7-8
Communication & Self-Advocacy Champions: Practice explaining your needs to teachers, parents, and friends. Learn to ask for help and accommodations confidently without shame.
Week 9
Friendship Skills & Social Navigation: Navigate the complex world of tween friendships, peer pressure, and social situations with practical strategies and role-playing.
Week 10
Future Planning & Celebration: Plan how to use your new skills moving forward, set personal goals, and celebrate your autism pride with a graduation ceremony!
Engaging Activities
Autism pride discussions and myth-busting
Peer problem-solving sessions
Social skills practice through scenarios and role-play
Creative projects expressing autism identity
Sensory toolkit creation and sharing
Goal setting and future planning
Both Programs Include
Sensory accommodations
Soft lighting and quiet space options
Fidget toys and movement tools available
Regular sensory and movement breaks
Calm-down spaces with comfort items
Parent support
Pre-program consultation for each family
Weekly progress updates and home strategies
Final celebration session with families
Take-home resources and activity sheets
Expert facilitation
Led by qualified professionals with autism spectrum expertise, child development training, and experience creating autism-affirming environments.
NDIS Funding
Both programs covered under Improved Learning and Increased Social & Community Participation funding categories.
Program Details
Little Harmony (6-9 years)
Duration: 10 weeks, 1.5 hours per session
Group size: Maximum 6 children
Focus: Play, emotions, basic social skills
Next program intake: August 1st 2025
Location: OneStep Wellbeing office or community venue
Growing Harmony (10-14 years)
Duration: 10 weeks, 2 hours per session
Group size: Maximum 8 participants
Focus: Identity, advocacy, peer relationships
Next program intake: August 1st 2025
Location: OneStep Wellbeing office or community venue
Getting Started
1
Family consultation
Discuss your child's needs and program fit
2
Meet & greet
Child meets facilitators in relaxed setting
3
Program enrollment
Secure spot in age-appropriate group
4
Orientation session
Final preparation before program begins
