Online Resources

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Information on Sensory Processing Disorder

  • SPD Foundation The Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation is a clearinghouse for all information relating to SPD.
  • Sensory Planet Sensory Planet is a social network for parents, teachers and people living with SPD.

Information on autism spectrum disorder

  • Autism Resource Center of Central Massachusetts An information and referral service for children and families affected by disorders within the Autism Spectrum; Autism, PDD NOS and Asperger’s. The Center services the eastern portion of DDS Central-West Region. This encompasses North Central, Worcester, and South Valley areas.
  • Autism Alliance of Metrowest Provides families in the MetroWest area with information, education and support. We plan and implement programs and events that will aid these families while increasing public awareness regarding autism.
  • Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism Supporting families by helping them find the resources they need and by funding advocacy programs as well as educational, therapeutic and recreational opportunities.

Information for children with special needs

  • Wrightslaw Information for parents on special education law and advocacy.