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, February 14, 2012

Free Program for Special Needs Families

Mark your calendars to make sure you don't miss out on this free and fun event for special needs families!

A Very Special Saturday

Saturday, March 10, 2012

10 AM – 11:30 AM

Pollard Memorial Library

401 Merrimack St.

Lowell, MA 01852

Come by the library for a morning full of fun! Join Thomas the Tank Engine’s Sir Topham Hatt for some stories. Play games and make a craft. Stop by any time between 10 AM and 11:30 AM to get into the fun. This is a free event and all Special Needs Kids and their families are welcome. Bring a camera to capture a memory! If you have questions, please contact Molly Hancock, Coordinator of Youth Services at 978-970-4124 or by e-mail at mhancock@mvlc.org.

This program is just for Special Needs Families. Thank you for understanding!

This program is brought to you by the Pollard Memorial Library and the Thom Anne Sullivan Center.

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