PEERS® Social Skills
A 16-week evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated young adults who are interested in learning ways to make and keep friends. Learners are taught important social skills and are given the opportunity to practice these skills in session. Caregivers (parents, day staff, home providers, etc.) learn how to assist their young adult in making and keeping friends by providing feedback through coaching during weekly socialization homework assignments. In addition to 16 weekly sessions, learners receive pre- and post-assessments, and caregivers receive feedback training. Check out our Paced Social Skills Program for learners who need additional support.
Next Program
Fall 2024
WHO IT’S FOR
Motivated young adults with autism or similar conditions, and a family member, friend, or caregiver who will be their “social coach.”
WHAT’S Included
16 weekly 1.5-hour group sessions
Pre- and post-assessments
Caregiver training and support
Skills Developed
How to find common interests by trading info
How to use appropriate conversational skills
How to start and maintain conversations
How to find sources of friends
How to appropriately use humor
How to enter and exit group conversations
How to cope with rejection
How to handle direct or indirect bullying
How to have successful get-togethers
Rules for electronic communication
How to handle arguments & disagreements
How to pursue romantic relationships
For caregivers: how to support social skills development by providing effective feedback
Other Training & Development
Paced Social Skills
A 16-week social skills program to learn ways to make and keep friends. For learners who need additional support.
ABABC Social Group
We offer monthly Social Groups for adults with autism or other conditions! Open to adults receiving services, PEERS graduates, and new learners.
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