# 2021
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Mothers’ Voices

They say it takes a village to raise a child. According to Marie Anne May, when that child has autism, it also takes vision and devotion, resources and expertise, courage, and so much love.

In this annual report, we highlight "mothers' voices," although we fully recognize there are many essential and irreplaceable people in each child's life, from infancy through old age. They help shape that child's experience and set him or her on a path to as full and happy a future, and a journey, as possible.  Please join us as we honor the mothers among us.

“Why am I interested in autistic children?”

Marie Anne May was a powerhouse. She and her husband, Dr. Jacques May, were the founders of May Institute. Their lives changed definitively and dramatically when they received the diagnosis of autism for their boys. They worked together to create a path forward when a clear path didn’t exist. Hers was the first “Mother’s Voice” at May Institute over these past seven decades.

Lives Impacted

2,168
individuals and families received intensive, community-based services in 2021

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69,102
students benefited from national public school services in 2021

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1,000,000+
people have accessed information about evidence-based treatment from the National Autism Center over the last decade

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“You guys have taken Abby as your own child, showing the world anything is possible with care, love, and patience. Thank you.”

Jolie, May parent

Meet  Our Moms

“ It's what a parent wishes for every child — that they grow up to feel that they make a contribution and feel happy in the world.”

teri, May parent

How You Helped

Inside May

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A shout-out to our aMAYzing staff!

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ABA services for children with autism in Virginia expand with opening of new center in Henrico.

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May renews its DEI commitment to employees.

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Neal Todrys named Chairperson of May Institute’s Board of Directors.

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May Institute selected #30 in Top 100 Women-led Businesses in Massachusetts.

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BHCOE recognizes May Institute as a national provider of effective applied behavior analysis services.

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Dr. Cara Phillips offers “Solutions to Problem Behaviors at Home” in Boston Parents Paper. (see page 14)

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Dr. Robert Putnam receives May's Prestigious President's Award

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May Institute named one of Massachusetts’ largest nonprofits by the Boston Business Journal.

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16th Annual PBIS Forum goes virtual!

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Green initiatives across locations result in nearly $100,000 annual savings.

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Library of A Closer Look columns by May clinical experts expands to address families’ needs.

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“Within the first year after starting ABA, we had a much happier child. My dream for Michael — independence. We’re trying to give him all the skills he’ll need to succeed and be happy.”

tracy, May parent
Dr. Lauren C. Solotar and Neal Todrys

Our Message

Dear friends,

It has been a year like no other.

Amidst the challenges, we have much to be grateful for. The determination and resilience of our staff as our programs and services were dramatically impacted by the pandemic. The science that led to the COVID-19 vaccine. The strengthened partnerships with the families of the individuals in our care. And the hope we all feel as life slowly begins looking more familiar.

Thanks to you and our community of donors, May Institute was able to provide direct community-based care in seven states for nearly 2,200 adults and children in 2021. In addition to supporting the day-to-day needs of our programs and services, donor support helped us to provide continuity of clinical care in a significantly adapted environment. It also allowed us to enhance our technology by purchasing additional laptops, desktops, and tablets across our programs and centers.

Your investment in May Institute has never mattered more. Thank you for your support and belief in our work, and for the hope you share with us for a future of endless possibilities.

Sincerely,

Dr. Lauren C. Solotar
President and CEO

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Neal Todrys
Chairperson, Board of Directors

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Watch this beautiful short video celebrating moms, grandmothers, aunts, guardians, and the women who are raising these special children. it is a celebration of love and understanding.