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, July 13, 2012

Upcoming Sibshops at Lifelinks

Upcoming Sibshops at Lifelinks:

Does your child with special needs have a brother or sister between the ages of 12-19? Have the siblings come hang out with other kids who also have a brother or sister with special needs! 

Sibshops are drop-off programs for typically-developing siblings, ages 12-19, of children with special needs.

 Join us on Monday, July 16, July 23, and July 30 from 6:00-8:00PM for a Sibshop party!
*Siblings do not need to attend all three events.*

Here's what kids say about Sibshops:

"At Sibshops you get to meet other brothers and sisters of kids with special needs."

"At Sibshops you can talk about the good and not-so-good parts of having a brother or sister who has special needs."

"Sibshops are fun!"
Sibshops
DATES: Mondays, July 16, 23, and 30
TIME: 6:00 - 8:00PM
COST: $5 for snacks
LOCATION: LifeLinks, 285 Mill Road, Chelmsford
CONTACT: E-mail Rachel or call 978-349-3040 to register. 

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