1 in 110
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.
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, August 31, 2012
Discovery Museum
The September date for the Discovery Museum's "Especially for Me" event has been moved to September 22, 2012. Check out their web page for more information and to register.
Friday, August 10, 2012
Super Special Kids
Don't forget that we have another Super Special Kids meeting this Tuesday, August 14th at 4 PM! See below for a description -
Calling all Special Needs kids and their
families! Come join us for a super
Saturday morning. We’ll share stories,
sing songs, move and groove and do other fun things. At the end of the session there will be time
for families to visit and a snack will be provided. If your child has food allergies or food
sensitivities we encourage you to bring his own preferred snack.
If you have questions please contact Molly Hancock,
Coordinator of Youth Services at 978-674-1527 or at mhancock@mvlc.org.
Museum of Science
From LifeLinks:
The Boston Museum of Science is seeking visitors
with a range of disabilities to help test accessibility-related exhibitor
prototypes, August 11-21, 2012. This evaluation and feedback will help
improve the museum experience for those with disabilities. Go to the Museum
for a 1-2 hour time, including weekend days; guests are welcome to go
along. After the testing, you may explore the exhibit halls on your own.
Parking and admission will also be free for you and your visiting group
members. ASL interpretation can be requested. If you are interested, please
contact clussenhop@mos.org or
617-589-4435.
Rachel
Ward-Sullivan
Resource
Coordinator, Family Support
Friday, August 3, 2012
Adventurelore Activity
From CLASS, Inc.:
Adventurer's Club
Join members of CLASS, Inc. and the Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence, and experience the outdoors in an inclusive program filled with existing and safe activities for middle and high school age teens.
Participants will enjoy a day full of activities, including: Group Challenges, Kayak/Canoe, Orienteering and Ropes Course with supervision of trained Adventurelore Staff.
Saturday, August 25, 2012
8:30am—4:30pm
Program is free. Donations are welcome. Space is limited.
To RSVP or more information:
Stacey Leibowitz
Director, Family Services
sleibowitz@classinc.org
978-975-8587, ext.1217
Upcoming LifeLinks Workshops
From LifeLinks:
Music
Therapy
LifeLinks Family Support will be offering music therapy classes
for children with special needs and their families!
A Board Certified Music Therapist from Roman
Music Therapy Services, LLC will be conducting music
therapy groups on Mondays in the fall for children ages 3-12 years old.
Siblings are welcome to attend; parents are required to stay. The program
will use the fun and motivation of music to address social, behavioral, and
sensory goals. Children will be singing, playing a variety of instruments, and
moving to the music!
Roman Music Therapy Services will hold an informative Open House on Wednesday, August 8
from 6:00 - 7:15PM. This free session will include 30 minutes
of music for kids with special needs ages 3-12 (and their siblings!) and
30 minutes for questions.
We will be offering two 7 week music therapy sessions on Mondays
starting September 17 from 3:45 - 4:30PM for children ages 3-7 and from 4:45 -
5:30PM for children ages 7-12.
OPEN HOUSE
DATE: Wednesday, August 8
TIME: 6:00 - 7:15PM
COST: Free!
LOCATION: LifeLinks,
285 Mill Road, Chelmsford
CONTACT: REGISTRATION
REQUIRED. Email Rachel or
call 978-349-3040.
MUSIC THERAPY CLASSES
DATES: Mondays, September
17-October 29 (first session); Mondays, November 5-December 17
(second session)
TIME: 3:45 - 4:30PM for 3-7
year olds; 4:45 - 5:30PM for 7-12 year olds
COST: $75 per session
LOCATION: LifeLinks,
285 Mill Road, Chelmsford
CONTACT: REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Please sign up early as space is limited. Email Rachel or
call 978-349-3040 for the registration form.
Social
Skills Groups
Social Skills Groups
for Kids Ages 4-6, 7-11, and 12-15
These groups provide a place where kids can interact with peers
and teenage helpers while working with a friendship tutor on:
1. Sportsmanship
2. Conversation skills
3. Flexible thinking
4. Managing strong feelings (anger/frustration/embarrassment)
5. Understanding their social environment
6. Body language
7. Managing conflict and disagreements
...and more, depending on the needs of participants
3. Flexible thinking
4. Managing strong feelings (anger/frustration/embarrassment)
5. Understanding their social environment
6. Body language
7. Managing conflict and disagreements
...and more, depending on the needs of participants
Ages 4-6
DATES:Tuesdays, weekly
beginning September 11
TIME: 4:15 - 5:15PM
Ages 12-15
DATES: Tuesdays, weekly
beginning September 11
TIME: 5:30 - 6:30PM
Ages 7-11
DATES: Wednesdays, weekly
beginning September 12
TIME: 5:30 - 6:30PM
FOR ALL CLASSES:
COST: $65 per month (a 50%
discount!)
LOCATION: LifeLinks, 285 Mill Road, Chelmsford
CONTACT: For more information, email Family Support or call 978-349-3040. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please contact Family Support for registration form.
LOCATION: LifeLinks, 285 Mill Road, Chelmsford
CONTACT: For more information, email Family Support or call 978-349-3040. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please contact Family Support for registration form.
Parents are welcome to discuss details of the program with the
facilitator:
Nadine Briggs
978-764-2758
nbriggs@socialsmartkids.com
Nadine Briggs
978-764-2758
nbriggs@socialsmartkids.com
Daily
Living Skills Classes
Daily Living
Skills for ages 12-16 and 17 & older
The Daily Living Skills classes offers a place
where teens and young adults can learn:
1.
Safety/home alone (with focus on emergency situations)
2.
Clothing care
3. Meal preparation *
4. Nutrition & exercise
5. Tracking expenses/budgets
6. Grocery shopping
7. Check writing, debit cards, credit cards
8. Cleaning and home management
* Food preparation will be part of each meeting to allow for
more robust skill development
Ages 12-16
DATES: Tuesdays, September 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6,
13
TIME: 6:45 - 8:00PM
Ages 17 & older
DATES: Wednesdays,
September 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, November 7, 14, 28
TIME: 6:45 - 8:00PM
ALL CLASSES:
COST: $200 (a 50% discount!)
LOCATION: LifeLinks,
285 Mill Road, Chelmsford
CONTACT: For more information on the class, email Family
Support or call 978-349-3040.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please contact Family
Support for registration form.
Parents
are welcome to discuss details of the program with the facilitator:
Nadine
Briggs
978-764-2758
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