Helping Children with Autism
October 31, 2009 · Print This Article
After a fairly extensive process, as of Tuesday, 27th October, 5energies is now officially a panel / service provider under the auspices of the Helping Children with Autism Package. This package is run through Autism Australia, with federal funding from the Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA). Those of you who read this blog regularly will know that we are a ‘one stop’ shop, one which offers Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Educational Psychology and education services under the one roof. As this package of funding is after an integrated and multi-disciplinary approach for children with autism, it seems we fit the bill!!
So very proudly we announce our new status as Panel provider for services relating to autism, but also advise that we will be continuing our quality services for any child with a learning delay or developmental challenge. It has already been a big week, with those who have heard whispers on the wind getting in fast for appointments, and screenings and program development taking place this week.
It goes without question that if anyone wishes any information on our services to children and their families, please just ring and chat to Julie in the front office.
we have a 9 year old with ASD, PDD-NOS, adhd, odd, sensory issues and low muscle tone, needs support with writing, at school uses alphasmart and computer with voice activation – goes to Jinibara
we have a 13 year old with ahdh,odd possible sensory or muscle tone – very poor writing goes to Narangba Valley high – did very poorly
not sure what you do, do you do tutoring too, or who do you suggest – they need help, not sure what, both need help with maths at least
Thanks
Suzanne