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…
Autism ….Not Obstacle – By Robert Papazian
The last Sunday of April used to be one of my favorite days of the year. There were two reasons for that. First, the Autism Resource Center’s annual walk/5k happened…
AFAM Advocacy – Nicky’s Law
By Cheryl Chan Cheryl Chan addressed the crowd of 300 people on Autism Advocacy Day, speaking about Nicky’s Law. For those who were unable to attend this year we share…