The Family Autism Center was created in 1996 by SNCARC, working with a group of parents and concerned citizens. We have a Steering Committee made up of family members of children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Our mission is to provide ADVOCACY, supports and services to people with ASD and to their families. Our affiliation with SNCARC and its Family Support programs provides many benefits - from their strength and broad experience in the field of developmental disabilities to the economic advantages of shared services. Learn more about the Family Autism Center's guiding principles.

For information about Family Autism Center services, click on the links below. Call (781-762-4001 x310) or EMAIL us to be put on our mailing list. We're eager to hear from you!

• AFAM (Advocates for Autism of Massachusetts) and other ASD ADVOCACY resources.


• AUTISM AND LAW ENFORCEMENT COALITION (ALEC)   A state-wide program that provides training for first responders.


• SHOP ONLINE - Autism Awareness Bracelets, Keychains and more.
  


• EVENTS, WORKSHOPS, FUNDRAISERS


• Information and Referral - contact Family Autism Center Director, Betsy Roche.


• RESOURCE LIBRARY with internet access.


• SUPPORT GROUPS and workshops for parents and grandparents.


• SCHOOL VACATION PROGRAMS: For CHILDREN, TEENS, FAMILIES


• SOCIAL, RECREATIONAL AND SPORTS ACTIVITIES - Varied schedules of activities throughout the year for children, teens and adults.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurologically based developmental disability affecting 1 in 150 new births, according to recent Centers for Disease Control statistics. ASD knows no socioeconomic, racial or ethnic boundaries, but affects more males than females (4:1). Challenges faced by individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder may include: forming relationships, communicating, adapting to new situations, gaining acceptance in the community.

For additional information about Autism, see USEFUL LINKS.

For additional information about the Family Autism Center, please contact Betsy Roche, Director at EROCHE@SNCARC.ORG.