The New England Center for Children, in partnership with the Harvard Institute of Politics, hosted a book signing event with author, Ron Fournier. His new book, Love That Boy, explores his extraordinary journey to acceptance after his son was diagnosed with Asperger’s. Ron shared his thoughts about the book as well as his personal story
The Boston Marathon is on the horizon and #TeamNECC runners are out pounding the pavement for NECC students! This year, NECC received 4 numbers from the John Hancock Non-Profit Marathon Program. Learn more about each runner and donate to their fundraising efforts by clicking on their name below: Kate Maloney - NECC Employee Meath Dunne
Are you ready for the challenge? This year's #NECC5k will be held on Saturday, May 7 2016 at the Neary School in Southborough! Get those New Year's resolutions checked off early by registering today! Hurry as registration prices increase every month. To register as a runner or walker, please click here. To donate to #NECC5k
We are proud to announce that NECC is a founding member of the Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP), an association of agencies using ABA and evidence-based procedures to serve individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Ultimately, we expect more than 100 members from the US and Canada serving more than 15,000 individuals with autism spectrum
On November 20, 2015, NECC celebrated it's 40th Anniversary at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel. The event hosted over 450 guests and raised over $300,000 for NECC students! You can share in the fun by viewing photos and videos of the event on our NECC social media pages! 40th Anniversary photos 40th Anniversary Video
NECC is very proud to announce that CEO and Founder Vinnie Strully was recently appointed to the Massachusetts Autism Commission. Vinnie was sworn in on September 17 in a ceremony at the Massachusetts State House. The Autism Commission’s mission is to “investigate and study current supports and services, identify gaps and make recommendations or strategies
On Sunday, August 16, NECC students participated in the annual Fishin’ with a Mission event! The event was created by NECC parent Eli Delany in hopes of raising money and awareness for autism. Last year, NECC received a generous grant from a portion of the event proceeds and this year’s event will once again benefit
On Sunday, August 16, Team NECC took on the Falmouth Road Race in honor of NECC students! Team NECC consisted of 10 runners, including NECC teachers, family members, friends and one member of our NECC adult services program! To learn more about Team NECC, please visit the Team NECC Fundraising Homepage.
On Wednesday August 19, The Worcester Business Journal published a story about NECC penned by staff writer Emily Micucci. The Article featured words from our CEO and Founder Vinnie Strully, and included information about the future of NECC and autism treatment. To read the full article, click here.