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, May 2, 2012

Autism Speaks Events

Autism Speaks has a couple of events coming up in New England -

The New England Area Presents
A Science Panel Lecture: 

The New England Ares of Autism Speaks is proud to be hosting the first ever Autism Science Panel Lecture at the Rabb Lecture Hall in the Boston Public Library on Tuesday, May 15th from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. This event will allow anyone who attends direct access to some of the brightest minds in autism research and treatment. The Lecture will include scientist in the fields of genetics, treatment, translational research, and alternative interventions. This Lecture is specifically geared towards attendees with no medical or research back ground. There is no charge to attend and everyone who does is encouraged to ask as many questions as there is time to answer.

The panel will consist of the following researchers who are all leaders in their field:
Dr. Randy Carpenter – Seaside Therapeutics speaking on Translational Research
Dr. Guoping Feng – MIT speaking on Genetics
Dr. Chris McDougle – Lurie Center for Autism speaking on treatment in autism
Our moderator will be Dr. Martha Herbert of MGH who also sits on the Autism Speaks Scientific Advisory Council.

Please RSVP today to reserve your spot call 781-461-8800 or visit us at http://events.autismspeaks.org/sciencepanel. 



Boston 13.1 Marathon benefiting
Autism Speaks:

Team Up with Autism Speaks on Sunday, September 16, 2012 for the Boston 13.1 Marathon benefiting Autism Speaks. Being the benefiting charity allows our Autism Speaks community to take fundraising to another level. We anticipate over 400 Team Up participants, but can only reach that number if you help us recruit!! If you are a runner or if you know people who are this is the perfect way for them and you to get involved. Being a part of Team Autism Speaks will come with several perks including Autism Speaks Runners tank & long sleeve, and a Autism Speaks hat, pre-race celebration dinner for you and a guest, virtual coaching by a certified running coach Chris Fales, and much more. Learn more by visiting our website: http://events.autismspeaks.org/boston13.1marathon
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