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February 11, 2022
Autism Alliance

Autism Alliance Receives $12,000 Signature Grant from Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism

Framingham, MA (February 11, 2022) – The Autism Alliance, a program of Advocates, is pleased to announce it has received a $12,000 grant from the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism.

January 24, 2022
Advocates

Autism Welcoming: From the Inside Out

For families of loved ones with autism, getting out in the community often comes with challenges and fear of judgement. Through the Autism Welcoming Initiative, Advocates and the Autism Alliance are partnering with local businesses to create a welcoming and accessible community in the MetroWest area and beyond.

November 30, 2021
MetroWest Daily News

Autism Alliance Council Member named chair of the Framingham Cultural Council

FRAMINGHAM — The Framingham Cultural Council has a new leadership team for 2021-22. 

At the helm is Mauricio Perea, the new chair. Perea joined the council in June 2020. He is also a member of the Autism Alliance of Metrowest.

July 3, 2021
The MetroWest Daily News

Brewery earns autism-friendly designation

FRAMINGHAM — Exhibit 'A' Brewing Company has always strived to offer an inclusive and welcoming environment for those visiting its Morton Street taproom. That strategy was recently recognized by the Autism Alliance, which certified Exhibit 'A' as an “Autism Welcoming Business,” according to the brewery's general manager, Kelsey Roth.

December 17, 2020

DDS Covid-19 Update

To:              DDS Families

From:         Commissioner Jane F. Ryder

Date:           December 17, 2020

Subject:  Covid-19 Update

Dear DDS Community:

As always, let me start by saying thank you. 

You have shown commitment, creativity, and patience since last March. We are in the midst of a second surge and you are again demonstrating your resilience during these difficult winter months.