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, December 14, 2011

December Vacation Program at the Paul Center

The Paul Center in Chelmsford, MA offers a December vacation program for special needs kids. Here is a description of that program from their web site:

Provides a structured alternative for students during school vacations. The goals
of the program are to provide recreational activities, work on the activities of daily
living and social skills. On site activities include cooperative games, reading, visual
art expression, and outdoor activities weather permitting. Additional off-site
activities include bowling, movies, and when available; swimming, and gym activities.
The School Vacation Program runs during December, February, and April Vacation
weeks from 8:30am - 4:00pm

For more information contact the Paul Center at 978-256-4396 or by e-mail at info@thepaulcenter.org.
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