Neuro Affirmative Autism Resource Center
Providing a network of neuro-affirmative resources run by autistic people for autistic people. Located in North Alabama near Huntsville and Madison, our goal is to create resources for people in the North Alabama autism community!
Welcome to the Neuro Affirmative Autism Resource Center (NAARC) in North Alabama, a nonprofit organization rooted in research, lived experience, and the expertise of mental health practitioners. We are dedicated to empowering autistic individuals and their families by providing vital autism resources, support groups, and community connections for autism awareness and advocacy. Developed in response to the overwhelming need for accessible, affirming mental health support, NAARC seeks to establish deep roots that nurture our growing autistic population. Our goal is to promote neurodiversity, enhance life skills for autism, and offer services such as education, outreach, and support for mental health and service dogs. Whether you’re seeking information about autism services, family support, or autism-friendly activities, we’re here to help. Join us in building a supportive community for autistic individuals in North Alabama!
Who We Are:
“When I was younger I was looking for the magic meaning of life. It’s very simple now. Making the lives of others better, doing something of lasting value. That’s the meaning of life, it’s that simple”
— Temple Grandin, Autistic Person and Autism Advocate
Join Our Community!
NAARC uses a discord server to create a safe space to chat, learn about upcoming events, and build our community!
Join A Group!
At NAARC, we have groups almost every day of the week. Most of our groups are closed groups that you can join after we get to know you a bit but you are always welcome to join or discord or come to our Thursday night group. We meet at 6pm. We also have a group for teens that meets at 6pm on Thursday.
Need an Autism Assessment?
Starting in January of 2025, we will have autism assessments available for the cost of $200 for individuals in need. You will have to bring in paperwork documenting your financial need and have taken the RAADS-R online first. Please click the link below and complete the form to be added to be called in January.
I Would Like to Join the Yoga Group
This group is open to everyone and is also designed to help raise money and awareness for NAARC. Neurotypicals are welcome! This is a gentle yoga class focused on mindfulness and breathwork. It is an open class that can be attended Tuesday or Thursday mornings at 8am. Click Below to Register.
Need Counseling?
We are able to offer counseling services for autistic adults and teens for $25 a session for individuals in financial need. You will need to bring in paperwork documenting your financial need and have testing indicating you are autistic to qualify. The online RAADS-R and AQ tests are valid. Please complete the form below to register and someone will reach out to you to schedule you within 2-3 weeks.
Need A Service Dog?
We are working to raise money to make service dogs available to autistic people in need. We are hoping to have this service available in the next three years. If you are interested in this service, fill out the form below to show your interest so we can call you when we have raised enough money!
Group Schedule:
Monday: Dungeons and Dragons
Tuesday: 8am Yoga for Anxiety ($20)
6:30pm: Queer Autistic Adults
Wednesday: Adverse Religious Experiences Group (Tree of Life Location)
Thursday: 8am Yoga for Anxiety ($20)
6:30 pm: Open group for autistic adults,
6pm: Open group for autistic teens (at tree of life)
Friday: 6:30 pm: Small Group for Less Verbal Adults
Saturday: 10 am: Yoga for Anxiety ($20)
Sunday: 5pm: Online Group
4:30 pm: Magic the Gathering: Commander Group
6:30pm: Infodumping Group
All groups are held at 190 Limequarry Road Suite 108
Madison, Alabama 35758
DECEMBER EVENTS:
New Space Open at 190 Limequarry Road Suite 108 in Madison, Alabama.
December 6th: Come see NAARC’s Christmas Tree on the Madison Tinsel Trail.
December 19, 2024: Group Holiday Celebration. Dirty Santa Gifts and Fun Holiday clothing are welcome.
December 23, 2024: Brew for Benefits. Join us at Straight to Ale at Campus 805 in Huntsville anytime between 3-8 and help us raise money for NAARC. $1 of each beer you buy goes to help to NAARC.
Yoga for Anxiety: Tuesday and Thursdays at 8am. Saturday at 10am.
Need Intensive Life Skills Help?
Life is hard for all of us sometimes, especially so when you are neurodivergent. Starting in January of 2025, our 8 week program will help you figure out How to Do Life! With 3 hours of programming 3 days a week, step into a neuroaffirmative space where we help you build executive functioning skills, unmask and return to your true self, and build healthy routine