This is a particularly testing time for all of us right now. During this time it’s important that we look after our mental health as things can easily get on top of us all. Continue reading
We have seen lots of colour coded children schedules on social media recently for home schooling their children and they may be useful and work for many parents but it’s not something we will be doing in our home. Continue reading
Parents of autistic children know only too well the feeling of being socially isolated. Social distancing is a skill we’ve already mastered long before Covid-19 came along. Continue reading
It’s a challenging time for all of us right now due to Covid-19. It is especially challenging for autistic children and their families. Continue reading
We have so many wishes and hopes for 2020, probably too many to mention here.
Below we have shared a few … Continue reading
Studies have shown autistic children are calmer following interventions which reduces anxiety and increases opportunities to thrive and achieve in the overwhelming environment in which we now live. Continue reading
A sensory diet/lifestyle can help a child’s nervous system to feel better organised and therefore assists the child’s attention and performance. Continue reading
Occupational Therapists can help children with ASD with motor skills and daily life skills. The overall goal of occupational therapy is to help the person improve his or her quality of life at home and in school and to be as independent as possible. Continue reading
Carers in receipt of Carer’s Allowance or the Domiciliary Care Allowance and living with the cared for person are eligible for the Better Energy Warmer Homes Scheme. Continue reading
Is Christmas the most wonderful time of the year ? For many autistic people, the lights and sounds can be extremely stressful. Having a sensory room or quiet space where autistic people can go to retreat to when feeling overstimulated can be particularly useful at Christmas. Continue reading