Join our "ask each other"
In-Person Parent Support Groups
Click on the cities below for times and locations
A Space to Connect, Share, and Support One Another
Raising a child with unique needs can feel isolating — but you don’t have to go through it alone. Join one of ASK’s in-person parent support groups for a welcoming space to:
🤝 Connect with other parents who understand
💬 Share ideas, resources, and experiences
🧠 Collaborate on challenges and problem-solve together
❤️ Feel supported by others who’ve been there
Facilitated by ASK’s Family Support Specialists, these sessions are relaxed, family-friendly, and grounded in respect for your journey and voice.
📌 No registration required — just show up!
🗓️ Upcoming In-Person Support Groups
Dates: More dates to be announced soon
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Ericson Public Library – 702 Greene Street (In the Children’s Department Storytime Room)
Facilitator: Cat Gebhart
Dates: August 28
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Location: Clarinda Lied Center, 100 E Garfield St, Clarinda, IA.
Facilitator: Jill Stevenson
Dates: August 19
Time: 6:30–7:30 PM
Location: Cedar Rapids Downtown Library, 450 5th Ave SE
Facilitator: Molly Hefflefinger
Dates: August 26
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Location: Clinton Public Library, 306 8th Avenue South, Multi-Purpose Room
Facilitator: Laura Jess
Dates: August 25
Time: 6–7 PM
Location: Davenport Public Library, 3000 N Fairmount St. (SCRA Room)
Facilitator: Elizabeth Rouse
Date: More dates to be announced soon
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Location: Decorah Public Library – Community Room, 202 Winnebago Street (Community Room)
Facilitator: Heather Weigle
Dates: August 26
Time: 6–7 PM
Location: Fairfield First Baptist Church, 205 West Broadway (Enter through the east door)
Facilitator: Sarah Stiemsma
Dates: August 27
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Location: First Congregational UCC, 100 First St NE (Enter east alley door and go downstairs – elevator available)
Facilitator: Loni Jorgenson
Dates: August 27
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Location: Osceola Public Library, 300 South Fillmore Street
Facilitator: Teresa Hagan
Dates: August 28
Time: 6–7 PM
Location: Spencer Public Library – Round Room, 21 E 3rd Street
Facilitator: Britney Struve
Dates: More dates to be announced soon
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Lutheran Church of Hope Waukee, 305 NE Dartmoor Drive, Room 104
Facilitator: Alicia Karwal
💻 Upcoming Virtual Support Groups
Can’t attend in person? Join us online! Visit the Events Tab to Register.
📌 Registration required to receive the Zoom link.
Your Voice Matters
You are the expert on your child. Whether you come to listen or share, you help build a stronger, more connected community.
We can’t wait to meet you.