We're Moving!

Well, sort of. The Pollard Memorial Library recently launched its new web site. In addition to a new design, the new web site now houses the Pollard Memorial Library's Autism Resource Guide. As such, this blog will no longer be maintained or updated. Instead, I will be updating it on the library's web site. It's the same information, just in a different format. To access the Autism Resource Guide via the library's web site, click here. Make sure to bookmark it!

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1 in 110: Autism Spectrum Resources for Families

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 110 children in the United States is on the autism spectrum. Youth Services Staff has compiled a list of autism spectrum resources for families. The best place to start, if you suspect your child might be on the spectrum, is to have your child screened. The earlier your child starts therapies, the better. If your child is under age three there are two local agencies, South Bay Early Intervention and Thom Anne Sullivan Center, that provide screening services. If your child is age three or older, contact the Lowell Public Schools for assistance.

Information contained in this blog does not constitute library endorsement of a treatment, agency or advocacy group. The library maintains that it is up to the parent/legal guardian to determine proper treatment for his/her child. This blog is solely a place of information for the huge array of materials related to Autism Spectrum Disorders.

If your family uses a service or has a favorite autism spectrum website that is not listed, please let us know so we can share with others in the community. Contact Molly Hancock, Coordinator of Youth Services at mhancock@mvlc.org.

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Autism Program

In October of 2007 the Autism Division of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) started a model program called the Children's Autism Spectrum Disorders Home and Community Based Services Waiver Program. This program is for children with autism age 9 and younger who exhibit severe behavior, social, and communication problems. The program provides a service called Expanded Habilitation and includes use of Applied Behavioral Analysis, Floor Time, and Communication models. The service occurs in the child's home or other natural settings under the supervision of trained staff. This waiver also provides related services such as community integration activities and respite. Applications will only be accepted if postmarked between the dates of September 20, 2010 and October 1, 2010. More information and applications can be obtained from DDS at www.mass.gov/Eeohhs2/docs/dmr/autism_waiver_renewal_notice.pdf. For more assistance with filling out the application contact NEARC Autism Support Center at 978-777-9135. You can also visit their website at www.ne-arcautismsupportcenter.org.
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