PAFN Spokes
With locations in Prince George and Chilliwack, our spoke programs offer a variety of community-driven social opportunities for individuals and families. Our spokes managers act as local champions for advocacy and inclusion, helping families navigate local service providers and programs both within the spoke and through partner organizations.
Fraser Valley (Chilliwack)
Located at 46151 Yale Rd, Chilliwack, BC, the Pacific Autism Family Network Fraser Valley Spoke offers a variety of programs for all ages that are completely free of charge. Our mission is to provide a safe and welcoming environment where autistic families can be themselves and engage with others. If you have any questions about these programs or need assistance navigating the autism diagnosis and funding process in BC, please contact Fraser Valley Spoke Manager, Hannah at hannah@pacificautismfamily.com or call 778-704-0060.
TOTS Play Group
Designed for children aged 3 to 7 years old, meets on the first Wednesday of every month from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. During these sessions, children can enjoy various activities and snacks, ensuring an engaging and enjoyable experience. It is required that a parent stays with their child throughout the event.
YOUNGIN’S Social Group
This social group for children aged 8 to 12 years old takes place on the second Wednesday of every month from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Each session offers a variety of activities and snacks, providing an entertaining and enriching environment for the children. Parents are required to stay with their children during the event.
Teen Match Up Program
Designed for ages 13 to 18, this program is an ongoing initiative aimed at helping neurodivergent teens make friends. To participate, parents or guardians need to fill out an intake form, providing as much detail as possible to ensure the best match for their teen. Interested participants can email hannah@pacificautismfamily.com
Designed for children aged 3 to 7 years old, meets on the first Wednesday of every month from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. During these sessions, children can enjoy various activities and snacks, ensuring an engaging and enjoyable experience. It is required that a parent stays with their child throughout the event.
YOUNGIN’S Social Group
This social group for children aged 8 to 12 years old takes place on the second Wednesday of every month from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Each session offers a variety of activities and snacks, providing an entertaining and enriching environment for the children. Parents are required to stay with their children during the event.
Teen Match Up Program
Designed for ages 13 to 18, this program is an ongoing initiative aimed at helping neurodivergent teens make friends. To participate, parents or guardians need to fill out an intake form, providing as much detail as possible to ensure the best match for their teen. Interested participants can email hannah@pacificautismfamily.com
Adults Empowered Neurodiverse Social Club
Catering to individuals aged 19 and older, the social club meets on the third Wednesday of every month from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. These gatherings include a variety of activities and provide pizza, creating a fun and inclusive environment for socializing and connecting with others.
Parents & Coffee
This group is dedicated to parents of neurodivergent individuals and meets on the fourth Thursday of every month from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. These sessions offer a supportive environment where parents can connect and share experiences while enjoying coffee and pastries.
EmploymentWorks
EmploymentWorks is a hybrid employment-readiness program for individuals aged 16 and older. The program spans 12 weeks, with sessions held twice a week, each lasting 2.5 hours. For more details, interested participants can email hannah@pacificautismfamily.com
Catering to individuals aged 19 and older, the social club meets on the third Wednesday of every month from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. These gatherings include a variety of activities and provide pizza, creating a fun and inclusive environment for socializing and connecting with others.
Parents & Coffee
This group is dedicated to parents of neurodivergent individuals and meets on the fourth Thursday of every month from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. These sessions offer a supportive environment where parents can connect and share experiences while enjoying coffee and pastries.
EmploymentWorks
EmploymentWorks is a hybrid employment-readiness program for individuals aged 16 and older. The program spans 12 weeks, with sessions held twice a week, each lasting 2.5 hours. For more details, interested participants can email hannah@pacificautismfamily.com
Prince George
The Pacific Autism Family Prince George Spoke, located at 3310 Sutherland Road in Prince George, BC, hosts a variety of free community events and programs for individuals of all ages. Our goal is to foster a safe and welcoming space where autistic families can connect and feel at home. For any questions about our offerings or support with the autism diagnosis and funding process in BC, please get in touch with Ashleen (Ash), the Prince George Spoke Manager, at ashleen@pacificautismfamily.com or call 250-645-0995.
EmploymentWorks
EmploymentWorks is a hybrid employment-readiness program for individuals aged 16 and older. The program spans 12 weeks, with sessions held twice a week, each lasting 2.5 hours. For more details, interested participants can email ashleen@pacificautismfamily.com
Free Community Events
We offer free events for families in the Prince George community. Our past events have included sensory friendly holiday parties, and sensory screenings of family-friendly movies.
Tots Drop-In Play Group
Our tots play group is for the age-range of 2-5 years old. We typically run this group the first Friday of every month from October-May. For more information reach out to Ashleen at ashleen@pacificautismfamily.com
Free Navigation Services
Regardless of where you are at in your autism journey the Prince George Spoke is there to help guide you. We keep up-to-date lists of private assessment clinics, service providers and other helpful guides. To book a meeting reach out to ashleen@pacificautismfamily.com
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