What we’re about
The Chicago Neurodiverse Social Club is a non-profit program of CAYR Connections, which seeks to introduce neurodivergent adults to each other and provide social support and connection. The program is intended to act as both a support group and a social club, guided by the leadership of its steering committee and the local community. We invite you to attend if you are an adult (18+) in the Chicago area who is diagnosed with or is seeking a diagnosis for a neurodivergent condition. The group is also open to self-diagnosed or questioning individuals.
Neurodivergent conditions include Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Tourette syndome, mental illnesses (PTSD, OCD, Major Depressive disorder, etc.), or any developmental, mental health, or cognitive condition. What’s important is that you consider yourself to fall under the "neurodivergent" label and are seeking connection with people who share in your life experiences.
Future events may include game nights, support group meetings, nights out on the town, and coffee chats. Let us know if you have an event you'd like to see us hold! Please contact the group organizers if you will need any accessibility accommodations to participate. Efforts will be made to choose event locations that are easily accessible. Most of our events in Oak Park are easy to reach via CTA's Green Line.
The Chicago Neurodiverse Social Club is proudly supported by Come As You Are (CAYR) Connections! CAYR Connections is a local non-profit based in Oak Park, IL that seeks to improve the lives of the neurodivergent community. They provide access to resources, increase community awareness around neurodivergent issues, and create community spaces for neurodivergent individuals and their families. Please read more about them and our program here: https://www.cayrconnections.org/nd-adults, or feel free to email us at cnsc@cayrconnections.org. CAYR Connections is a great resource if you have children who are not old enough to attend this group.