Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Autism resource library open to general public

The Resource Library at The Autism Center at Ontario ARC is now open to the general public.  Its wide collection of books, journals, DVDs and sensory toys are available to borrow by registering with The Autism Center.

Books are available to borrow for two weeks and DVDs are available for a one week period.  Internet access and a television with DVD player are also available at the library.  The library's regular hours are 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Among the library's vast collection are:
  • Special Children, Challenged Parents: The Struggles and Rewards of Raising a Child with a Disability by Robert A. Naseef, Ph.D.
  • The Game of My Life: A True Story of Challenge, Triumph and Growing Up Autistic by Jason "J-Mac" McElwain
  • Temple Grandin -- the HBO biopic featuring Claire Danes as renowned Dr. Temple Grandin and her challenges growing up with autism.
  • House Rules by Jodi Picoult, a fictional account of a teenager with Asperger's Syndrome and his experience with the legal system.
The Autism Center and its Resource Library are located with Ontario ARC's Main Facility in the Ontario County Complex.  Looking for books or information?  Contact The Autism Center at 585-919-2188 or theautismcenter@ontarioarc.org.

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