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.

Friday, February 17, 2012

Upcoming Programs at LifeLinks

From LifeLinks:

FREE PARENTING GROUP:

You do not have to come to all meetings, there are four weeks left.

Monday evenings 7-9 PM thru March 12

Free book for each attendee!

Come learn new approaches to making better connections with your children. Less yack, more act. This is an open forum where parents can share frustrations and areas of need without judgment.

FREE ROLLER SKATING

Tuesday, February 21st

10:00 AM – Noon

Roller Kingdom in Tyngsboro

Skate rental and pizza included

SOCIAL GROUPS:

Ages 10 – 13 on Tuesdays

Ages 7-10 on Wednesdays

4:00 – 5:00 PM

Ongoing but you must be registered.

$65 per month (this is a 50% discount off the regular program price)

LIVING SKILLS for those 18-28

8 Week class that will offer basic skills in cooking, laundry, nutrition and self care.

Tuesdays Starting February 28th

5:30 – 7:00 PM

$200 for all 8 weeks, includes all supplies (this is a 50% discount off the regular program price)

FREE GUARDIANSHIP WORKSHOP

February 29th

6:30 – 8:00 PM

Learn the basic process for applying for guardianship and the reasons you may need a more specific application.

Plenty of time for questions and answers!

To register for any program or get more information please contact Rachel at 978-349-3040 or rwardsullivan@lifelinksinc.net

All program (aside from skating) are located at 285 Mill Road ~ Chelmsford, MA

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