MGH Lurie Center for Autism

06/08/2025

Learn more about Autism and ADHD, find out what the "Sensory Paradox" is in Autism, and meet our summer interns!

The August issue of LurieNOW, our digital newsletter, is available here:

Email from Lurie Center for Autism Newsletter August 2025     A Closer Look at Nursing at the Lurie Center for Autism: Meet Elizabeth Fitzgerald Elizabeth (Liz) Fitzgerald is a Registered Nurse with a

04/08/2025

Only TWO MORE WEEKS until our team of dedicated runners participate in the Falmouth Road Race on Sunday August 17th. They are running to raise funds for the Lurie Center for Autism. Learn more about their team and donate if you can.
https://raceroster.com/.../fundraising-organization/68906

30/07/2025

The Lurie Center for Autism invites parents, caregivers and families to participate in our Parent and Caregiver Workshops. Workshops are held virtually and open to the public. Registration is Required. Reserve your spot by contacting us at LurieCenter@mgb.org or 781-860-1700.

NEW WORKSHOPS have recently been added. View workshop descriptions here:https://www.massgeneral.org/assets/mgh/pdf/children/lurie-center-caregiver-workshop-flyer.pdf

24/07/2025

Is there a connection between Autism and Autoimmune Disorders?

https://rally.massgeneralbrigham.org/study/asd_autoimmune

22/07/2025

Do you have Autism Spectrum Disorder? Join our Neuroimaging study today and help us understand more!

https://rally.massgeneralbrigham.org/study/7t_asd

21/07/2025

The Lurie Center for Autism invites you to join Amy Levitan, LICSW, and Julie O'Brien, MEd, LMHC, on Wednesday, August 20th, at 6:30pm, for a presentation on understanding and planning for your child's care when you are no longer able to provide it. The discussion will include creating a vision for your child's future, key steps in the decision-making process, important considerations in medical and legal planning, and successor guardianship.

Registration is required: https://conta.cc/4lWqaRF

18/07/2025

Sharing for our friends and families. This is a GREAT program if a plane ride is in your future. Coming in September to Worcester Regional Airport!

https://www.charlesrivercenter.org/news-events/major-events/wings-for-autism/

15/07/2025

on September 13th, 2025, The MGH Williams Syndrome Program Co-Directors, Dr. Barbara Pober and Dr. Robyn Thom will host "Feeding, Eating, and GI Issues across the Lifespan"– an educational event for parents, caretakers, and family members of persons with Williams syndrome. Adults with Williams syndrome (Age 18+) are also welcome. All guests must register in advance to attend.

Learn more about the event and register online here:
https://www.massgeneral.org/children/williams-syndrome

10/07/2025

Last chance to register for next week's Coffee convo presentation on "Aging Well with Autism". Register online here: https://conta.cc/4lhId4l

Just us for a virtual presentation, "Aging Well With Autism," Wednesday, July 16th, 6:30pm - 7:30pm.

The Lurie Center for Autism invites you to join Susanna Mierau, MD, DPhil, for a presentation and discussion on meeting the needs of adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as they age. The presentation will focus on the preparation necessary to transition from adult to geriatric care. Geriatrics provides an important framework for identifying and managing the complex needs of older individuals, known as the “5 M’s of Geriatrics.” We will discuss the needs of older adults with ASD using this framework as well as the current gaps in care in our communities.

Register online: https://conta.cc/4lhId4l

09/07/2025

Last Month our Coffee Convo presentation, Recognizing Autistic Joy, was presented by Judith Ursitti, Cofounder and President of Profound Autism Alliance and Brett Mulder, PsyD. They discussed the often-misunderstood expressions of happiness in autistic individuals.

The recorded presentation can now be viewed at our YouTube channel here:

This presentation is part of the Lurie Center for Autism Coffee Convo Series. The Lurie Center for Autism invites you to join Judith Ursitti, Cofounder and P...

04/07/2025

03/07/2025

Tracy Turgeon and her team of dedicated runners are gearing up and training for the upcoming Falmouth Road Race on Sunday August 17th. They are running to raise funds for the Lurie Center for Autism. Learn more about their team and donate if you can.

https://raceroster.com/events/2025/99641/the-2025-asics-falmouth-road-race/fundraising-organization/68906

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