A LIFELINE. A HOME. A HEALING SPACE.
Ausome Moms isn’t just a membership you sign up for.
It’s the place you land when everything feels heavy.
It’s where you come when the world doesn’t understand your child — or you.
It’s where you don’t have to explain meltdowns, exhaustion, fear, or hope.
It’s where the hard days are met with “me too” instead of silence.
Ausome Moms is a lifeline for mothers navigating isolation, complex systems, and constant advocacy. It’s a home where you are known, remembered, and welcomed back exactly as you are. It’s a healing space where you can exhale, be held, and slowly rebuild your strength.
Here, support isn’t transactional.
It’s relational.
It’s human.
It’s steady.
And for many moms, it’s the first place they’ve felt truly safe since their child was diagnosed.
WHO WE ARE
Ausome Indy Moms is a growing, empowered network of moms raising children with autism and other developmental needs. We bring together real experiences, lived knowledge, shared wisdom, and a community of women who get it. Our membership creates a safe, uplifting space for moms to find connection, resources, friendship, and support—because the truth is… this journey can feel lonely sometimes. And we never want another mom to hear the words “your child has autism” and feel like she’s facing it by herself. The Ausome Indy Moms Network is our promise that when that moment comes, there’s already a circle of women waiting with open arms.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
COMMUNITY CONNECTION
- Private peer-to-peer network of local moms
- Safe, supportive space to ask questions, share wins/challenges, and find understanding
- Mom matching program connecting moms directly
- New “Ausome Indy Dads” crossover events for whole-family support
INCLUSIVE FAMILY EXPERIENCES
- Early access to Ausome Indy sensory-friendly events (Ausome Santa, Ausome Bunny, Touch-A-Truck, Fall Fest, etc.)
- Private, members-only mini family photo sessions
- Members-only pop-up playdates, moms’ nights, family meet-ups
- Priority registration for high-demand programs & events
RESOURCES & SUPPORT
- Access to curated local service reviews from moms
- Educational and advocacy workshops and caregiver learning opportunities
- Ausome Mom Financial Workshop, created for special needs financial planning
- Tips on navigating diagnosis, sensory needs, behaviors, school supports, IEPs, and more from moms and professionals
CAREGIVER WELL BEING
- 1 ticket to Ausome Indy Moms annual weekend retreat
- Virtual meetups and mental-wellness spotlights/connections
- Opportunities for connection with other caregivers who understand trauma, burnout, and resilience
- Moms-only conversations that support emotional well-being
WHAT MAKES AUSOME INDYS MOMS DIFFERENT
We are a network created by moms, for moms—built from lived experience. Not therapy—not clinical—just real support for real families.
All our efforts are rooted in sensory-friendly practices and understanding of neurodiversity. We are powered by volunteers and community partnerships. Proceeds from the network also provide sensory support for children with autism in foster care.
WHO CAN JOIN
Moms, stepmoms, grandmothers who are raising a child with autism (diagnosed or suspected), developmental disabilities, communication or sensory supports, behavioral or emotional challenges. We welcome families at every stage—from new diagnosis to adulthood.
HOW TO JOIN
Membership is easy. Annual membership dues are $36, $3/month. Membership lasts 12 months. Members utilize Circle App on their phone to access benefits and communications. Compete a member application HERE.
Once your membership is confirmed, you’ll receive:
- A welcome email
- Access to the private digital Circle app, our home for the Network
- A letter in the mail with your 2026 Membership Sticker!
- A Founding Member pin (limited quantity)
- Updates on events, resources, and upcoming programming
JOIN THE NETWORK
questions moms had about the network
Please reach us at moms@ausomeindy.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Ausome Indy Moms is a growing, empowered network of moms raising children with autism and other developmental needs. We bring together real experiences, lived knowledge, shared wisdom, and a community of women who get it. Our membership creates a safe, uplifting space for moms to find connection, resources, friendship, and support—because no mom should walk this journey alone.
Our Facebook group is our wide circle — open, welcoming, and great for updates and casual connection. The Moms Network is our close circle — private, quieter, and designed for deeper support. Inside the Network, you’ll find:
- organized conversations by topic
- smaller, meaningful discussions
- workshops and personal growth opportunities
- access to special events for you and your kids
- more privacy and fewer distractions
Facebook is social media. The Network is community care. Don’t worry — our Facebook group isn’t going anywhere! It will always be our wider community. The Network is simply a deeper layer of support for moms who want to step in closer.
We use the Circle app, a platform designed specifically for private communities. It’s calmer, easier to navigate, and built for connection — not scrolling. You can access it from your phone or computer anytime.
Every month you’ll find supportive conversations with other moms, topic-based spaces (school, diagnosis, self-care, local events, etc.), live chats or gatherings, sensory friendly events and collaborative activities, encouragement and connection. There’s no pressure to participate perfectly. Some days you’ll share. Some days you’ll just read. Both are welcome.
As much or as little as you want.There are no requirements.Many moms pop in for 5 minutes during coffee, or a quick question, or a late-night “I need someone who gets this” This space is meant to support your life — not add to your to-do list.
Membership dues help us sustain the Network and keep it safe, organized, and supportive. They help cover the private platform, programming and workshops, sensory friendly events, moms only events, and a space for other families who need support. $36 annual - $3/monthly. It’s not a fee for access — it’s a shared investment in each other and the future of our ausome community.
Please still join us. We offer sponsored memberships funded by generous moms and donors in our community. You can identify your request for sponsorship in your application.
Yes — and it’s one of the most meaningful ways to give back. Your sponsorship directly supports another family’s access to connection, resources, and care. Sponsor a Mom Here
That’s okay. There’s no pressure or long-term commitment. We want this to feel supportive, not stressful. You can step away anytime (but we hope that you will stay!)
Ready to join the Ausome Indy Moms Network? Simply complete our short application. Once reviewed, you’ll receive an email invitation to join our private community inside the Circle app. Questions? We’re here for you — reach out anytime at ellen@ausomeindy.org.
Almost every mom feels this way at first. And within days, most say: “I wish I had joined sooner.” You don’t have to know anyone. Just come as you are. We’re saving you a seat.
JOIN THE NETWORK
A Lifeline. A Home. A Healing Space.
A Lifeline. A Home. A Healing Space.
A Lifeline. A Home. A Healing Space.
A Lifeline. A Home. A Healing Space.
A Lifeline. A Home. A Healing Space.
A Lifeline. A Home. A Healing Space.
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