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Who We Are
Autism Alliance started out as a group of six families and has grown for over thirty years. We are now one of seven autism support centers in Massachusetts, and in 2009 we became a program of Advocates. Today, we support 3,000 families and professionals throughout the state and beyond. While we have experienced tremendous growth over the past two decades, the mission of Autism Alliance has remained the same:
To provide families with information, education, and support; to plan programs and events that will aid those families; and to increase public awareness regarding autism.
Autism Alliance serves individuals and families from the following communities: Ashland, Dover, Framingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Hudson, Marlborough, Natick, Northborough, Sherborn, Southborough, Sudbury, Wayland, Westborough
What We Do
Family Networking
Support groups and recreational events where families can connect with, learn from, and support each other.
Training
Together, Advocates and Autism Alliance partner with businesses and individuals to create welcoming and accessible community spaces for families and their loved ones with autism.
School Vacation Programs
Our variety of school vacation activities are fun, free, and inclusive to children with autism and their siblings.
Special Events
Annual sensory-friendly events for the whole family include Kite Day on Bose Mountain and Sunset at Southwick’s Zoo.
Speaker Series
We often host guest speakers and workshop leaders with expertise in the field of autism.
Social Skills and Sensory Programs
Offerings throughout the year include a sensory open gym program, swim sessions, social video gaming program, Friday night group for teens and adults, and much more.
Information and Referrals
Our monthly e-newsletter is full of the latest information and local resources to help families connect with their community and access the support they need. We also provide free information and referral consultation by phone and maintain an up-to-date online Resource Directory.
Grants
We provide grants to families that meet financial need criteria or experience a catastrophic circumstance. This funding can be used to assist with direct needs of the family member with autism.
