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, April 26, 2011

Upcoming Programs at LifeLinks

Sibscene Workshop

LifeLinks Family Support Center is hosting one more FREE Sibscene this spring. Sibscene is a fun workshop for siblings of children with special needs. Attendees talk about their siblings, play games, and make new friends!

The event is held at the LifeLinks office at 285 Mill Road, Chelmsford.

Sibscene is a new workshop for siblings ages 12-16. On Saturday, May 7, from 3:00-5:30pm teens will hang out, watch a movie, and make new friends who also have a sibling with special needs.

To sign up, please contact Amy Young at 978-349-3039 or ayoung@lifelinksinc.net.

Parenting Program

Wednesday, May 18: Susan Tordella, author of Raising Able, will speak about parenting. Free copies of her book for all attendees who RSVP.

www.raisingable.com

285 Mill Road, Chelmsford, 6-9PM

Dinner included! From 6-7PM

Presentation 7-9PM

Free gift for all who attend!

Prizes for lucky attendees!

Drinks and light snacks provided

Please RSVP to 978-349-3040 or familysupport@lifelinksinc.net

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