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.

Friday, March 19, 2010

Sensory Friendly Clothing

I came across this company while I was doing research for this blog. I haven't dealt with them or know anyone who has but the idea of "sensory friendly clothing" is a really good one. According to the web site the company was founded by a special needs teacher and the parent of a child with sensory issues. There are customer testimonials too. Here's that link:
http://www.softclothing.net/
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Monday, March 15, 2010

Autism Workshops

The Nevins Library in Methuen is offering autism workshops. All workshops run 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

Monday, March 29, 2010 (snow date April 5)
Strategies for Teaching Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Monday, April 12, 2010
Differentiated Instruction for All Children

Monday, May 17, 2010
Using Children's Literature to Teach About Learning Differences

Please RSVP to:
Bari Glazer, M.Ed
Autism Specialist
Methuen Public Schools
978-722-9075
biglazer@methuen.k12.ma.us
www.methuen.k12.ma.us/autism
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Saturday, March 13, 2010

Autism - Know the Signs

The earlier a child starts receiving services the better. Here's a link from the Center for Disease Control about knowing the signs of ASD:
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/index.html
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Thursday, March 4, 2010

A Parent's Guide to Special Education

Having a child with special needs can be overwhelming for parents. Even navigating services that are available can be a challenge. Here's a recommended resource I got from the Northeast Massachusetts Regional Library System Autism Grant site:
http://www.fcsn.org/parentguide/pgintro.html.
This guide can be printed out and is also available in English and Portuguese.
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