The Birchtree Center

The Birchtree Center exists to promote independence, engaging relationships, and productive lives for children and youth with autism at home, at school, and in the community.

Our nonprofit organization is based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and serves students, families, schools, and agencies in southern New Hampshire, southern Maine, and northern Massachusetts. An organization overview is here.

Upcoming Educational Programs

Online Autism Q&As for Parents, Guardians & Caregivers

Are you a parent, guardian, or caregiver with questions for Birchtree’s autism experts? Join us for online question-and-answer sessions on select Wednesday evenings this spring from 6-7pm. Each program starts by a brief presentation, followed by time for participants to ask questions and share ideas. Admission is complimentary and registration is required using the links below.

WED, MAY 1: Ask a Transition Coordinator About Using Transition Assessments to Plan for the Future

WED, MAY 15: Ask a Behavior Analyst About Challenging Behaviors

WED, MAY 29: Ask a Special Education Case Manager About Using Academic Skills in Functional Activities at Home

WED, JUN 12: Ask an Occupational Therapist About Summertime Activities

Please note: The “Addressing Challenging Behaviors in Public Schools” workshop for para-educators and school staff originally scheduled for May 9th has been canceled.

THANK YOU TO OUR Key SPONSORS & SUPPORTERS