Now Available: 2025 Autism Waiver Program Information
Learn how to apply for the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services’ Autism Waiver Program. Applications will be open from October 17-31, 2025.
Autism Resource Center Hours
PLEASE NOTE: Autism Resource Center’s hours are as follows: Monday-Thursday: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Saturday and Sunday: Closed The Center Staff is often out of the office. …
MassHealth Renewal Information
Starting in April 2023, anyone who is enrolled in MassHealth for healthcare coverage will need to reapply. We’ve compiled a list of steps that you can take to prepare.
HMEA’s Autism Resource Central Launches ASD Advantage Podcast
Through this podcast, we’ll be shining a light on the individuals we support – their skills, accomplishments, challenges, and more. Watch the first episode now.
A Message from Jane Ryder DDS Commissioner
COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted On May 29, the Commonwealth lifted COVID-19 restrictions, except in certain settings including group homes, day programs, and transportation. Important COVID-19 protocols on surveillance testing, PPE, and…
We Are Here For You During the Pandemic
Read more about our response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the resources we offer for the individuals and families we serve.
A Message to DDS Families from Commissioner Jane Ryder
March 24, 2021 Dear DDS Community: Just over a year ago, I sent my first “Coronavirus update” to the DDS community. We shared the Governor’s declaration of a State of…
Meet Our Newest Advisory Council Member, Stephen Perkins
Stephen’s Story Life Without a Clue At the age of 61, I was tested and told that I am on the autism spectrum. It has been a blessing for me…
Mission Possible
By Mary Loughlin MS OTR/L Thirty years ago, I had my first son, and although he wasn’t diagnosed with autism for another almost 4 years, even as an infant, he…
Chris Sharry
2019 Team HARC 2019 New Balance Falmouth Road Race Runner Profile Fun Facts about Chris Have you ran another race longer than 7 miles? I have ran the Providence…