Spokan Bournville has an online group where carers of people with autism, can have a chat via facebook page to other parerents or inbox for advice. Meet twice a month for coffee, cake and a chat/ maybe social events if possible. Lots of other resources via facebook ie. Buy sell & resources, Spokan voices where professionals can join and offer advice. Closed group for only parents of children with additional needs.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/847531278721372/