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, October 5, 2011

Upcoming LifeLinks Workshops

From LifeLinks:

Special Needs Financial Planning

On Wednesday, October 19 at 6:30PM, LifeLinks Family Support Center will be hosting Cynthia Haddad and John Nadworny of the Special Needs Planning division of Shepherd Financial Partners. They will be presenting an overview of important financial and legal issues in regards to your child with special needs.


The evening will start with parent support and networking time at 6:30 PM where resources and concerns are shared. Free gift, refreshments, and door prize for attending.


The presentation will begin at 7:00PM. All registrants will receive a copy of Ms. Haddad and Mr. Nadworny's book "The Special Needs Planning Guide: How to Prepare for Every Stage of Your Child's Life".


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


Young Adult Relationships and Sexuality

We have a great Young Adult Social Group event planned for October, thanks to Paula Thompson, LICSW. 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 October session, on Saturday, October 15 from 9:00AM-2:00PM, will focus on young adult relationships. This one day workshop for young adults will focus on the goals of individuals in the group. Some topics will include talking about public and private relationships, decision making, and sexuality. Paula Thompson, LICSW will conduct this workshop and engage participants in fun games to help them learn about these important topics.


An accompanying workshop for parents will be held on Wednesday, October 5 at 6:00PM. This session will focus on sexuality and relationships for young adults with developmental disabilities 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.

Both of these workshops are FREE!


The Saturday workshop has limited space so reserve your young adult child's spot soon!


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


LifeLinks, 285 Mill Road, Chelmsford

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