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.

Monday, September 12, 2011

Upcoming LifeLinks Workshops

Some upcoming workshops at LifeLinks:

On Wednesday, September 28 at 6:00PM, LifeLinks Family Support Center will be hosting Attorney Marisa Higgins of Fletcher Tilton law firm in Worcester, MA. Ms. Higgins will be conducting a workshop on Special Needs and Divorce.

Divorce is difficult for all families but even more so for families with a child with a disability. Attorney Higgins will discuss the different issues that need to be considered, such as custody, special needs trusts, child support, and more.

To attend this workshop, please RSVP to 978-349-3040.

Special Needs and Divorce Workshop

Wednesday, September 28

6:00PM

LifeLinks, 285 Mill Road, Chelmsford


Young Adult Progrms

The Young Adult Social Groups are starting again! The Family Support Center Young Adult Social Group is for teens and young adults ages 16-28(ish!) who want more social time with their peers and would like to improve their social skills.

The next Young Adult Social Group is on Friday, September 16 from 6:00-8:00PM at LifeLinks. We'll make snacks and play some games to get to know one another.

The October session, on Saturday, October 15 from 9:00AM-2:00PM will focus on young adult relationships. This program will be run by Paula Thompson, LICSW and will focus on sexuality, public and private relationships, and decision making.

An accompanying workshop for parents will be held on Wednesday, October 5 at 6:00PM. This session will focus on discussing sexuality, relationships, and how to have conversations about these topics with your child. The training will also allow for parents to ask questions and will provide a variety of resources. If your child is attending the Saturday workshop, we ask that you (the parent) please attend this training.

To RSVP for any of the aforementioned Young Adult Social Group events, please call Rachel at 978-349-3040.

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