MetroWest: WELLESLEY

General Resources

Town of Wellesley Parent Resource Guide, “a list of resources that offers information about mental health programs and services.”

Adolescent Wellness was founded by Wellesley resident Bob Anthony; its mission is to “simplify the prevention of depression and suicide in adolescents.” Read more in this April 3, 2008 article from The Townsman: “Recognizing adolescent depression and fostering resilience.”

Agencies and Organizations in Wellesley

Autism Services Association
members.aol.com/autismasa/
Specialties: Autism
47 Walnut Street
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
781-237-0272
781-237-5020 x FAX

Autism Services Association (ASA) is a private non-profit human service agency which provides community employment services, supported employment, Day Habilitation program, and other clinical supports to young adults and adults with autism and other challenging developmental disabilities.

ASA was established in 1963 by a group of concerned parents, citizens, and community leaders to serve the needs of individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities in Central and Eastern Massachusetts.

Admission criteria are: 1) age 16 or older, 2) a diagnosis of autism and/or other developmental disability, 3) in need of vocational services, integrated into the community.