No private messaging on this site. Q&A is the discussion board here. You can reach out to the team member directly by writing on their page and maybe start by exchanging email addresses. I hope this… read more
My daughter (12) cuts her hands. It makes me so sad.
My name is JC Ellinger, and I am a writer for Autism Parenting Magazine. I am doing a piece all about 504s which, unlike IEPs, parents may be less familiar with. If you have experience or a story you would like to share with me and other families, I am open ears (and eyes)! Of course, if you are more comfortable with privately emailing me about it we could arrange that as well. Hope to hear from some of you! Happy Friday to all 🙂
Our insurance doesn’t provide an extension authorization for ABA services without an updated assessment for ASD.
We received our son’s diagnosis from a Dr in Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon NH, they provided different tests and games toddler related and I’m so glad we went because we could… read more
My wife wants have Nerotherapy sessions for my son who is 7 to help him with communication behavior ect. It is not covered by insurance. I think medication would be better. Has anyone used Nerotherapy before and if so how was your experience with it? Thank You
Don’t do it if you child has any signs of disassociation
My life revolves around driving to and from appointments. My child has a driver's permit, it is like pulling teeth to get practice driving done. I feel like I am expected to be the driver for life. There are so many more things that could potentially be accomplished, but since I am around no progress happens. Am I the problem?
Try Vocational Rehabilitation they maybe helpful as I know they have driving course and some hosptials.
Harriet
Is there anything besides medication that helps your child with noises they don't like? My son is 6 and hates when I cough or the dog barks ect. He yells when he heres it. Thanks all in advance for your time and input.
I know my son has used noise cancelling headphones for unpleasant noises. My neurotypical daughter has a harder time with noises than he does and she just covers her ears with her hands.
I found this… read more
Anyone on the list for housing assistance In California? More specifically the HVC (housing Voucher Program)? I'm asking because I am in much need of housing assistance, I have my son 50 percent of the time, and rent is too high in the area I'm at. I could possibly be approved, depending on if I meet eligibility requirement, but my current income is extremely low, until I can get approved through IHSS on the days I have my son, who needs constant supervision. Has anyone been through this? What… read more
Try Social Sevices.
Harriet
HELLO, I HOPE EVERYONE IS DOING WELL. My son is 8, mostly non-verbal, hates doctors and fights them off, they know he's Autistic at the lab, he's supposed to get his blood drawn every three-6 months to test liver and kidney levels since he takes Depakote, but they are never able to get blood from him, even with Ativan given to him an hour before, he won't even let them put a blood pressure cuff on him! Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks.
I definitely would look for a children's hospital too. At least at the current place they are familiar with him and he knows the place. If you're able to, maybe offer for him to pick something out at… read more