Local businesses, charities ramp up autism-welcoming efforts. What they're doing
MARLBOROUGH — When Dianne Lima and her husband first set up their salon in Marlborough six years ago, the couple noted how many of their clients were autistic.
Helping families to flourish and grow.
Since 1993, the Autism Alliance has focused on providing families in the MetroWest area of Boston with education, resources, and support in caring for loved ones with autism. The Alliance is made of more than 1,000 families and 125 specialists in the field – a community of people sharing information and experiences, and offering support in a variety of ways. Our goal is to give families the knowledge not only to cope with autism, but also to flourish and grow.
For more information about our resources, programs, and events visit the Autism Alliance website
MARLBOROUGH — When Dianne Lima and her husband first set up their salon in Marlborough six years ago, the couple noted how many of their clients were autistic.
Group meets the fourth Monday of each month except for May when it meets on the third Monday May 20th.
Join us for our monthly Portuguese Educational Autism Support Group. Come and meet with other Portuguese speaking families to share the joys and challenges of raising children on the autism spectrum while also hearing about the latest autism information, including new techniques, methods and other useful information.
We meet monthly on Zoom unless otherwise indicated.
Art can help kids improve their learning processes, hand eye coordination, and communication skills. This weekly online high-school student led virtual art program is for young artists. Projects have included: drawn cartoons, Mother’s Day cards, origami cranes, birds, and more. Classes are Tuesday nights from 5:45 to 6:45 PM EST. All you need is colored pencils and markers; any colors are fine. Siblings are welcome.