Family Initiative, Inc.

Cape Coral Free Autism Screenings by appointment
2023-01-07 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-02-04 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-03-04 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-04-01 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Family Initiative, Inc., 734 SW 4th St, Cape Coral, FL, 33991, United States
In the early years of life, there are milestones your child should reach in terms of how they play, learn, speak and act. A delay in any of these areas could be sign of a developmental issue, including autism. The good news is the earlier it is recognized, the more you can do to help your child reach their potential. Family Initiative’s autism screenings are free by appointment only and available to all in our community. Screenings are designed for children 1-3 years old and do not provide a diagnosis.

Register for this free opportunity by emailing us at info@fi-florida.org.

Autism Social Skills Playgroup
2023-01-07 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-01-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-01-21 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-01-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-02-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-02-11 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-02-18 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-02-25 13:00 - 16:00 and 4 more dates | Christ Community Church, 4050 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL, 33966, United States
As a parent of a child with ASD, your desires for them are not extreme nor unrealistic. You want what all parents want for their kids – an opportunity for them to fit in, progress, make friends and be happy.
Unfortunately, this area – the socialization of your children – is the area least addressed by the government and their funding streams.
Fortunately, at Family Initiative, we recognize and appreciate these hopes and wishes and have made social skills a priority. This inspired the creation of one of our most innovative programs – the Autism Spectrum Playgroup – where social skills development receives our utmost attention.
Social Skills Playgroups happen each Saturday from 1-4 p.m. Fee per group is $20. Registration at check-in.

Parent Group
2023-01-07 13:30 - 15:30 | Golisano Autism Community Hub, 3221 Chiquita Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL, 33914, United States
We will be having our next parent group event on January 7th at Christ Community Church when we will host Temple Grandin at 1:30pm. Temple is an amazing advocate for autism, has written numerous books and publication, and even has a biographical movie created about her life. Parent group will now be held once a month, continue to check our website and Facebook page for exciting updates!

Naples Free Autism Screenings by appointment
2023-01-14 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-02-11 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-03-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Family Initiative, Inc., 734 SW 4th St, Cape Coral, FL, 33991, United States

Teen Hangout Group: Cycle Starting Jan 18, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
2023-01-18 16:30 - 2023-02-22 18:30 | Family Initiative, Inc., 734 SW 4th St, Cape Coral, FL, 33991, United States
Join us for our next cycle of Teen Hangout Group! Space is limited so please sign up today! This group is open to teenagers and young adults. If you have not participated previously, please contact us prior at to registration so we can provide additional information for this cycle.
If you require accommodations please contact us at info@fi-florida.org.
Wednesdays January 18 through February 22 4:30 PM –6:30 p.m.
Family Initiative, Inc. , 734 SW 4th St. Cape Coral, FL 33991
Cost $120 is for the entire 6 week session

Babcock Ranch Free Autism Screenings by appointment
2023-01-21 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-02-18 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-03-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Family Initiative, Inc., 734 SW 4th St, Cape Coral, FL, 33991, United States

Sibling Group
2023-03-06 16:30 - 18:00, 2023-03-13 16:30 - 18:00, 2023-03-20 16:30 - 18:00, 2023-03-27 16:30 - 18:00 | Family Initiative, Inc., 734 SW 4th St, Cape Coral, FL, 33991, United States
The neurotypical siblings of the children, teens, and young adults we know are amazing people! Our Sibling Group was created to offer a space just for them-a place to come together with other siblings who walk a similar journey. This group offers a little fun and a little conversation-whatever they feel like they need each week-most times a little of both! This group is open to anyone who has a sibling with an Autism diagnosis and is drop in each week.
Location: Autism Support Center 734 SW 4th St, Cape Coral, FL 33991
Day: Every Monday
Time: 4:30-6:00pm
Cost: $10 per session
Ages: 6 and up
No pre-registration required

Teen Hangout Group: Cycle Starting March 8-April 12 4:30pm-6:30pm
2023-03-08 16:30 - 2023-04-12 18:30 | Family Initiative, Inc., 734 SW 4th St, Cape Coral, FL, 33991, United States
Join us for our next cycle of Teen Hangout Group, Ages 14-19. Space is limited so please sign up today! This group is open to teenagers and young adults. If you have not participated previously, please contact us prior at to registration so we can provide additional information for this cycle.
If you require accommodations please contact us at info@fi-florida.org.
Wednesdays March 8-April 12th 4:30 PM –6:30 p.m.
Family Initiative, Inc. , 734 SW 4th St. Cape Coral, FL 33991
Cost $120 is for the entire 6 week session
Ages 14-19 Only

Young Adult Hangout Group: Cycle Starting March 9-April 13 4:30pm-6:30pm
2023-03-09 16:30 - 2023-04-13 18:30 | Family Initiative, Inc., 734 SW 4th St, Cape Coral, FL, 33991, United States
Join us for our next cycle of Young Adult Hangout Group, Ages 20-30. Space is limited so please sign up today! This group is open to young adults. If you have not participated previously, please contact us prior at to registration so we can provide additional information for this cycle.
If you require accommodations please contact us at info@fi-florida.org.
Wednesdays March 9-April 13th 4:30 PM –6:30 p.m.
Family Initiative, Inc. , 734 SW 4th St. Cape Coral, FL 33991
Cost $120 is for the entire 6 week session
Ages 20-30 Only
