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 22, 2011

Upcoming Event for Special Needs Families

I received this from LifeLinks:

Please share with all special needs parent networks. Join other families to network and get a break outside of the house! There is resource and discussion time at each meeting.

Thursday, February 24: Book signing!
Nadine Briggs and Donna Shea will be sharing their book "How to Make & Keep Friends: Tips for Kids to Overcome 50 Social Challenges".
*Each person who RSVPs will get a free copy of the book!*
Refreshments, gift card giveaways, free books…. You can even bring a friend!
Best Western, Chelmsford, 6-8PM

Please RSVP to:
Amy Young
Family Support Center Manager
Lifelinks Inc.
145 Lexington Ave.
Lowell, MA 01854
978-251-0610 Ext.6039
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