Little Oaks Early Childhood Caregiver Circle

A Support Circle for Parents & Caregivers of Young Autistic Children

July 09, 2026 - August 20, 2026  ·  Cultural Council
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM (ET)

You don't have to carry this alone.

If you're raising a child with ASD, chances are you've spent a lot of time advocating, researching, coordinating, explaining, worrying, and holding everything together.

This space isn't about fixing your child.

We exist to support you.

Beginning this July, Little Oaks is gathering a small group of parents and primary caregivers for six evenings of connection, reflection, and honest conversation.

There is no pressure, no judgment, and no pretending everything is fine.

Just a room of people who get it.


What This Is

A small, clinician-guided support circle for parents and primary caregivers of autistic children, under 7 years old.

Together we'll explore:

  • the emotional reality of caregiving
  • navigating uncertainty
  • finding support and community
  • celebrating wins that others may not see
  • making space for yourself while caring for someone else

This isn't a lecture or parenting class.

This is a place to exhale.


Who It's For

Parents and primary caregivers of autistic children who:

  • want meaningful connection with other caregivers
  • are tired of feeling alone in the experience
  • are looking for support, not judgment
  • want space to be honest about both the beauty and the challenges

All genders are welcome.


What to Expect

Each gathering will include:

  • a warm welcome and grounding exercise
  • facilitated conversation
  • opportunities to share (only if you want to)
  • reflection and connection
  • practical insights that emerge from the group

Some evenings may have a theme.

Others may simply meet the moment.

The group will help shape the conversation.


Facilitated by Brette Stein, LCSW

Brette Stein is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Hidden Abilities NY.

Her work centers on neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based support for autistic individuals, caregivers, and families.

More importantly, she understands how important it is to create spaces where people feel safe enough to be real.


Program Details

Dates

  • Thursday, July 9
  • Thursday, July 16
  • Thursday, July 23
  • Thursday, August 6
  • Wednesday, August 12
  • Thursday, August 20

Time

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location

Cultural Counsel

311 East Broadway, New York, NY 10002


A Small Group by Design

To support trust and connection, participation is limited to 8–10 caregivers.

This is a closed cohort, meaning the same group meets together each week.

We ask that participants make every effort to attend all six sessions.


Cost

Free.

This pilot is fully funded through the generosity of Little Oaks supporters.


Interested?

If this feels like something you've been needing, we'd love to hear from you.

Registration is now open!

Spots are limited.

If the group fills, you'll have the option to join the waitlist for future circles.


About Little Oaks Center for Neurodevelopment

We are building a next-generation ecosystem of care for neurodivergent children and their families.

Because support shouldn't stop at the diagnosis.

Little Oaks Center for Neurodiversity (dba Little Oaks Center for Neurodevelopment) is a nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity [EIN: 33-2408150; status: 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)].

Location

Location: Cultural Council, 311 East Broadway, New York, NY 10002