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.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

December Vacation at the Paul Center

The following is copied from a flyer that I received:

This program is designed to provide families with a structured alternative for their child with disabilities during school vacations. The goals of the program are to provide respite care, recreational activities and to teach appropriate social, self-help and other skills of daily living. In addition to on-site activities, there will be appropriate off-site activities planned. When field trips are planned, there may be a small, additional fee for admission to the activity or event.

DATES: 12/27, 12/28, 12/29, 12/30
Students may register from 1 to all 4 days

TIME: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

ON-SITE ACTIVITIES: Cooperative Games, Visual Art and Dance Expression, Cooking, Baking and Outdoor Activities when weather permits

POSSIBLE OFF-SITE ACTIVITIES: Movies, Bowling,
and Pizza Party

COST: $70/day

Enrollment is limited! To register, please contact The Paul Center by phone at 978-256-4396 or through email at info@thepaulcenter.org

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