Stearns, Benton, Morrison County Area
This support group is for parents and caregivers of young children with autism spectrum disorder or related concerns.
Meets the fourth Thursday of each month 6:00-7:30 PM
YMCA at 1530 Northway Drive, St. Cloud
Contact Arc Midstate for more information or to register at 320.251.7272
Limited skilled on-site childcare available for children under 11 yrs – advanced reservations required.
Sponsored in part by the St. Cloud Area IEIC and Benton Stearns Ed District
For general information for families who have children and teens with special needs including Autism, Down Syndrome, Fragile X and FASD, to get connected to resources, special events/groups for siblings, assistance in finding childcare or respite care, public policy updates, and to inquire about advocacy services – contact Arc Midstate at 320.251.7272
Parent/Advisory Committee
Our mission is to offer families of children affected by a mental illness a safe haven where they can find acceptance, HOPE, and education.
Meets the second Tuesday of each month 6:00-8:00 PM
Clara’s House -1564 Co Rd 134, St. Cloud
For more information email parentvoicesofnamisc@gmail.com
Meets second Thursday of most months – call for schedule and details
Hope Covenant Church in St. Cloud.
Childcare available.
Advanced reservations required. Contact Arc Midstate at 320.251.7272
A parent to parent matching program –wide variety of needs served.
Volunteers are trained to provide support on a one-to-one basis.
Please contact Arc Midstate for details at 320.251.7272 or 877.251.7272
For children ages 7-12 years.
For children who have a sibling with a special need. Events held quarterly.
Contact Arc Midstate for details at 320.251.7272 or 877.251.7272
For parents and caregivers of children with FASD/ARND
Quarterly meetings – call for details
320.251.7272 or 320.202.1941
The Circle of Parents is a free community-based support group for parents and their children. A mens breakout group meets every other session.
Meets every Monday 6:00-7:30 PM
YMCA at 1530 Northway Drive, St. Cloud
For more information call 320.253.2664
Open to anyone raising children alone.
Meets every Friday 6:00-8:00 PM
YMCA at 1530 Northway Drive, St. Cloud
For more information contact Michelle at 320.253.2664
To report an update/change/addition/deletion – please contact Arc Midstate at
320.251.7272 or E-mail info@ArcMidstate.org Website: www.ArcMidstate.org
This listing is intended for informational purposes only.
Inclusion on this list does not imply endorsement by Arc Midstate
Updated 05/08
