http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/feed/? Latest topics Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:01:52 GMT 10 http://i32.servimg.com/u/f32/13/02/93/86/asi_lo13.gif http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/feed/? http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/alternative-and-complementary-therapies-f28/treatment-for-the-problem-t121.htm tomermilbat Hello After 29 years dedicated to helping the elderly improving their functionality and finding solutions for people with special needs MILBAT is offering a variety of unique assistive devices it developed for sale to the general public worldwide. We have opened an online store where we plan to sell some of the unique products we have developed for people with special needs. Some of these products we will be offering are patented and some are patent pending. Our website - http://www.milbat.org.il/scripts/txt.asp?pc=372718590 Our ... Alternative and Complementary Therapies Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:01:52 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/alternative-and-complementary-therapies-f28/treatment-for-the-problem-t121.htm#163 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/alternative-and-complementary-therapies-f28/treatment-for-the-problem-t121.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/puberty-challenges-to-prepare-for-t118.htm bellandi drama eg crampingetc. Regards Teresa ]]> Parent to Parent Support Sat, 01 Aug 2009 09:35:35 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/puberty-challenges-to-prepare-for-t118.htm#158 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/puberty-challenges-to-prepare-for-t118.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/please-help-me-with-my-research-project-t117.htm research2009 Hi, I'm a high school student doing a research project for a prestigious competition and I would REALLY appreciate your help by completing my survey. My eight year old cousin has autism, and autism is therefore very near and dear to me. I wanted my research project to incorporate autism because I am hoping my results can eventually be beneficial to families. I would REALLY appreciate if you could go to the following link: http://autismandmaritalsatisfaction.questionpro.com and ... Please Introduce yourself. Tue, 21 Jul 2009 23:24:05 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/please-help-me-with-my-research-project-t117.htm#157 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/please-help-me-with-my-research-project-t117.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/books-videos-dvds-f20/book-look-me-in-the-eye-a-memoir-t116.htm Del Hi all I am reading this book now, it's an autobiograpy by John Elder Robison. His brother wrote "Running With Scissors" which I think I may read next. He apparently wrote about his brother's Aspergers and he had so much response about Aspergers he encouraged his brother to write his own story. I'm finding it interesting and familiar in parts. Your local library may have it. If anyone would like to borrow my copy after me, let me know. I see no value in books sitting on a shelf ... Books/Videos/DVDs Sun, 12 Jul 2009 05:07:39 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/books-videos-dvds-f20/book-look-me-in-the-eye-a-memoir-t116.htm#156 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/books-videos-dvds-f20/book-look-me-in-the-eye-a-memoir-t116.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-chat-f41/school-holidays-t115.htm Del Hi everyone, how are the school holidays treating you?? I've been a bit poorly with a sore throat and a sore ankle so non-essential outings have been non-existent. And getting better. Courtney's doing a total of 4 days on a (special needs specific) holiday program, with funding support from Commonwealth Carers Respite Centre and we have had our ACTIV carer once so far, and she took Dylan on an outing to the shopping centre to enjoy the library, Thomas The Tank Engine window shopping! and an ... Autism Chat Sun, 12 Jul 2009 04:47:37 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-chat-f41/school-holidays-t115.htm#155 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-chat-f41/school-holidays-t115.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-chat-f41/entertainment-books-2009-2010-t112.htm Del Entertainment Books will be available from this afternoon, Saturday 16th May, I will contact those people who have let me know they want one to arrange collection/delivery. If anyone else would like one please email me delma@starwon.com.au. Cost is $65.00 (plus postage if you require it). This is an Autism Solutions Inc. fundraiser. Vouchers and Gold discount card can be used straight away through to 1st June 2010. Cheers Del Autism Chat Sat, 16 May 2009 03:56:28 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-chat-f41/entertainment-books-2009-2010-t112.htm#150 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-chat-f41/entertainment-books-2009-2010-t112.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-in-the-news-f38/the-black-balloon-t114.htm Del
The movie, The Black Balloon is available to hire from video stores and is coming up on Foxtel. I have watched it several times now.

Cheers
Del
]]> Autism in the news. Sun, 12 Jul 2009 04:35:59 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-in-the-news-f38/the-black-balloon-t114.htm#153 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-in-the-news-f38/the-black-balloon-t114.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/hi-everyone-t113.htm Ahlia Hi my name is Ahlia. I am a mother of three children. My son is 9yrs old and has autism, daughter is 7yrs old and has ADHD, dyslexia and eye/hearing problems and my youngest son is almost two has hearing problems and severe reflux. It is so great that there is now a forum where i can come and chat to people who are going through the same things as me and who i know will understand. Thankyou Del for setting up this great site. As well as being flat out looking after my own three kids i also run ... Please Introduce yourself. Sun, 07 Jun 2009 15:36:47 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/hi-everyone-t113.htm#151 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/hi-everyone-t113.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/entertainment-books-2009-2010-order-now-available-may-2009-t85.htm Del Hi everyone Every year we have Entertainment Books to sell which help us with some fundraising. We would like to make a list now of the people who would like them. You do not have to pay until you get the book. They will be available in May 2009. If you would like one set aside for you, please email me delma@starwon.com.au ASAP. We have only ordered 30 books this year. They cost $65.00 (plus postage if you request it) and $13.00 is made by Autism Solutions for fundraising. ... AuS Activities. Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:56:34 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/entertainment-books-2009-2010-order-now-available-may-2009-t85.htm#104 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/entertainment-books-2009-2010-order-now-available-may-2009-t85.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/in-my-shoes-art-exhibition-19th-26th-june-t111.htm Del HI everyone Autism Solutions Incorporated is delighted to announce the "In My Shoes" Art Exhibition to be held during the week 19th - 26th June at the Roundhouse, Memorial Hall, cnr of Carrington Street and Rockingham Road, Spearwood. We are very pleased to have been successful in a recent Cultural Grant application with the City of Cockburn to assist us with this Autism Awareness Project. School aged children on the Autism Spectrum at schools in the City of Cockburn will be ... AuS Activities. Fri, 15 May 2009 09:35:13 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/in-my-shoes-art-exhibition-19th-26th-june-t111.htm#148 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/in-my-shoes-art-exhibition-19th-26th-june-t111.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/autism-link-getting-together-t95.htm Del Autism Solutions Incorporated invites you to attend Autism Link. Meet other people caring for children on the Autism Spectrum. Date: Friday March 6th, 2009 Time: 9.30-11.30am Venue: St James Church, Corner Elderberry Drive and Hackettiana Avenue, South Lake RSVP: delma@starwon.com.au or phone 9414 5368 or SMS 0413 383073 Morning Tea will be provided. Cost: Free Please share this information and invitation with others. NOTE: If you would like to attend but can ... AuS Activities. Sun, 22 Feb 2009 09:25:16 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/autism-link-getting-together-t95.htm#117 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/autism-link-getting-together-t95.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/diet-f4/gluten-and-casein-free-diets-for-individuals-with-autism-t110.htm Del Hi all Wanted to start this thread as I know there are several people already using GF CF diets for their family member with Autism. And others who are interested in finding out more or trialing it. Some research and many families who have trailed a GF and/or casein free diet has witnessed improvements in Autism symptoms - such as behaviours, continence, concentration, speech, skin issues, sleep, etc. Not all individuals improve, and not all individuals improve at the same level as others. ... Diet Thu, 23 Apr 2009 01:03:40 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/diet-f4/gluten-and-casein-free-diets-for-individuals-with-autism-t110.htm#146 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/diet-f4/gluten-and-casein-free-diets-for-individuals-with-autism-t110.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/school-f10/laptop-for-school-t109.htm Jenny A friend of my Mother's who teaches high school, suggested that my son (10, ASD) would benefit from a laptop at school. My mother now plans on buying one as soon as possible. I will have to negotiate with the school whether or not he can use it. Has anyone supplied their child with a laptop, and did it work, not work etc? At this stage I'm not concerned about convincing the school, I just want to know if it is worth my Mum spending the money, and any hints to make sure he works on it, rather ... School Sun, 19 Apr 2009 23:31:48 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/school-f10/laptop-for-school-t109.htm#145 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/school-f10/laptop-for-school-t109.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/once-we-have-a-diagnosis-what-next-f15/early-days-website-workshops-online-workshops-and-newsletter-t108.htm Del http://www.earlydays.net.au/


Early Days provides workshops for Australian mothers, fathers and other family carers of children aged six years and under who are on the Autism Spectrum. Find out how you can make a difference to your child’s development and your family life with Early Days.]]> Once we have a diagnosis, what next? Fri, 17 Apr 2009 03:32:29 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/once-we-have-a-diagnosis-what-next-f15/early-days-website-workshops-online-workshops-and-newsletter-t108.htm#144 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/once-we-have-a-diagnosis-what-next-f15/early-days-website-workshops-online-workshops-and-newsletter-t108.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/alternative-and-complementary-therapies-f28/toe-walking-t107.htm Del Hi everyone I've been asked about toe walking in individuals with Autism. Both my boys did but at almost 13 and 9 now, neither have done it for years and years. Neither of them had treatment but I do recall one boy who had to wear hard soled shoes and sandals all the time and had physio and OT with his feet. Don't know what the outcome was. Anyone else had other treatments?? Thanks Del Alternative and Complementary Therapies Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:14:24 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/alternative-and-complementary-therapies-f28/toe-walking-t107.htm#143 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/alternative-and-complementary-therapies-f28/toe-walking-t107.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/suggestions-needed-t106.htm Jenny Hi all during the holidays, we will be in Perth to see the psych among other things. Problem is, she wants to see hubby and I, but no kids. When we planned this we had a friend available to look after the three older ones (bub will come with us) but since then she has been offered a chance to go on a study tour in USA (and is having a ball). So any suggestions for ways to organise care for a 14, 10 (ASD) and 7 year old. Son is not too difficult, just tends to wander off without thinking ... Parent to Parent Support Wed, 01 Apr 2009 22:38:02 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/suggestions-needed-t106.htm#142 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/suggestions-needed-t106.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/our-heroes-nominate-and-we-will-applaud-with-you-f32/teachers-and-assistants-that-really-do-care-t105.htm Del Courtney's Education Assistant, Miss Cowie is AWESOME!!!! She made and brought her own birthday cake to school the other day, and made sure it was gluten free so Courtney could have some. He would have loved it. This week's HERO!!!! Thank you. And HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jill!!!! OUR HEROES - nominate and we will applaud with you. Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:43:02 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/our-heroes-nominate-and-we-will-applaud-with-you-f32/teachers-and-assistants-that-really-do-care-t105.htm#140 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/our-heroes-nominate-and-we-will-applaud-with-you-f32/teachers-and-assistants-that-really-do-care-t105.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/merchandise-supporting-autism-f39/autism-awareness-merchandise-from-autism-solutions-inc-t104.htm Del www.autismsolutionsinc.org.au Hi everyone AuS has T-Shirts, wrist bands, pens, (balloons and stickers are free) - come to the website to have a look and contact us to order. We'd also like others to suggest other Autism Awareness items that we may consider stocking. These can be small fundraisers for our organisation but our main aim of these items is thier awareness benefit in the community. Cheers Del Merchandise supporting Autism. Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:35:44 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/merchandise-supporting-autism-f39/autism-awareness-merchandise-from-autism-solutions-inc-t104.htm#138 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/merchandise-supporting-autism-f39/autism-awareness-merchandise-from-autism-solutions-inc-t104.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-and-the-law-f34/sussex-street-community-law-service-inc-east-victoria-park-t103.htm Del http://www.sscls.asn.au/service/disability.htm]]> Autism and the Law Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:31:39 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-and-the-law-f34/sussex-street-community-law-service-inc-east-victoria-park-t103.htm#137 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-and-the-law-f34/sussex-street-community-law-service-inc-east-victoria-park-t103.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/helping-around-the-home-t100.htm Jenny Hi everyone My DS is 10 years old and has aspergers. He is a terrific boy, but he just doesn't get the need to help around the home. He will do very little, I have convinced him to put his dirty clothes in the washing by the simple expedient of only washing clothes that are in the washing basket. But I can't convince him to do anything else, even the simple things like putting his dirty dishes in the kitchen (I'm not even asking him to put them in the dishwasher at the moment) he just ... Making adjustments at home. Sun, 15 Mar 2009 21:44:48 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/helping-around-the-home-t100.htm#126 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/helping-around-the-home-t100.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-chat-f41/talk-to-each-other-t98.htm Del HI everyone I've added this in the hope people will start to talk. I feel like I am almost talking to myself. I'm happy to keep adding information but that's not the aim of a FORUM. The aim of a forum is that members will talk to each other about issues and events not just be informed. Perhaps nearly everyone is "shy"?? I don't think so. Anyway, here's a spot where you can just leave a quick message about what's happening or how you are feeling, maybe this will ... Autism Chat Sun, 15 Mar 2009 01:31:58 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-chat-f41/talk-to-each-other-t98.htm#124 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-chat-f41/talk-to-each-other-t98.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/school-f10/homework-help-t101.htm Jenny OK, I know some of you have worse problems at school, but my son will not do his homework. Do any of you have strategies that may help to get it done. I tend to ignore the little stuff, but he has had a project to do this term, he was given it in week 1 and it is due in week 8 so lots of time, I have broken it down into little bits, first off I made a research sheet, then I also created paragraph guides etc. He has done nothing. So I downloaded about 20 sheets of paper worth of info, still ... School Sun, 15 Mar 2009 22:04:48 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/school-f10/homework-help-t101.htm#128 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/school-f10/homework-help-t101.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/snot-agggghhhh-t102.htm Jenny OK, my son is 10, he has aspergers, he can't tell when he needs to blow his nose. It is sooo gross. He walks around with a big yellow bubble in his nose, and then when we do convince him to blow, he blows once or twice and thinks he's solved the problem. He doesn't get blowing until his nose is clear. The kids at school tell him to blow his nose, we do it at home. I have made rules like he must blow his nose before he leaves the classroom and as he comes back in, but it just doesn't seem ... Parent to Parent Support Sun, 15 Mar 2009 22:15:39 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/snot-agggghhhh-t102.htm#129 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/snot-agggghhhh-t102.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/school-holidays-t99.htm Del Hi everyone Well, I can't believe School Holidays are only 4 weeks away and this obvioulsy means it's time to start thinking of what we will be doing. What do you do on school holidays with your kids? Our older boy (who's nearly 13yrs) did a holiday program 2 days a week for the last three weeks of the Christmas Holidays - with Explore Traveller specifically for individuals with an intellectual disability. http://tinyurl.com/dhnev8 I was terrified as we had never had him in a holiday ... Making adjustments at home. Sun, 15 Mar 2009 01:52:19 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/school-holidays-t99.htm#125 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/school-holidays-t99.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/hi-everyone-t96.htm Jenny Hi I'm Jenny, mum of 4, girl 14, boy 10, girl 7 and boy 21months. Our second child has AS, which was finally diagnosed at 8. Far too late for early intervention, and in fact too late for any government assistance in our small town. So we regularly traipse to Perth to see our speechie or to see the psych, or any other treatment. The only treatment we can access here is physio, which is actually quite useful as he has some strange postural things going at the moment. Thanks for ... Please Introduce yourself. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 21:58:45 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/hi-everyone-t96.htm#118 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/hi-everyone-t96.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/school-f10/mainstream-vs-education-support-t24.htm Del Hi all Just wanted to start a thread about mainstream vs. Education Support facilities. Our boys both have autism. The older one is more severely affected and possibly also has an intellectual delay. We built our house about 2 years before #1 came along and about 4 years before he was diagnosed but we managed to pick a suburb that had an education support centre on the same school site as the primary school - luck I guess!! He has been in the Education Support Centre since year ... School Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:59:07 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/school-f10/mainstream-vs-education-support-t24.htm#30 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/school-f10/mainstream-vs-education-support-t24.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/seminars-and-conferences-f23/sue-larkey-16th-17th-march-2009-t97.htm Del http://www.suelarkey.com/index.php?pr=Workshops Sue Larkey: International Author, Autism Spectrum Specialist, Teacher Sue Larkey is uniquely positioned within the Education System having both taught as a Primary School Teacher and Special Education Teacher. Sue has taught students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in the mainstream and at a Specialist Autism School. She combines the practical experience with extensive research, having completed a Masters in Special Education and currently ... Seminars and Conferences Tue, 24 Feb 2009 03:21:18 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/seminars-and-conferences-f23/sue-larkey-16th-17th-march-2009-t97.htm#120 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/seminars-and-conferences-f23/sue-larkey-16th-17th-march-2009-t97.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/webpages-made-by-individuals-who-have-autism-t94.htm Del http://web.syr.edu/~rjkopp/data/autlinkaut.html

Well worth a look.
]]> Websites and other support groups Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:52:49 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/webpages-made-by-individuals-who-have-autism-t94.htm#116 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/webpages-made-by-individuals-who-have-autism-t94.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/podcasts-about-autism-t93.htm Del
http://www.autismpodcast.org/]]> Websites and other support groups Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:35:21 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/podcasts-about-autism-t93.htm#115 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/podcasts-about-autism-t93.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/beyond-living-at-home-new-community-living-plan-initiative-t92.htm Del NEW COMMUNITY LIVING PLAN INITIATIVE UNDERWAY The Disability Services Commission has released details of its Community Living Plan which aims to assist people with disabilities to live in their own homes within their local communities. The Community Living Plan will increase the range of community living opportunities for adults, with a focus on innovative and personalised local community support arrangements and alternatives to group home accommodation. Over the past 12 months, a ... Making adjustments at home. Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:22:56 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/beyond-living-at-home-new-community-living-plan-initiative-t92.htm#114 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/beyond-living-at-home-new-community-living-plan-initiative-t92.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/very-important-information-f37/continence-aids-assistance-scheme-t90.htm Del COMMONWEALTH CONTINENCE AIDS ASSISTANCE SCHEME (CAAS) CAAS provides a subsidy of up to $479.40 per year for continence products. To be eligible for CAAS you must be five years of age or older and: - have permanent and severe incontinence caused by an eligible neurological condition (eg spina bifida, cerebral palsy, paraplegia and quadriplegia, intellectual disability, Developmental Delay associated with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, acquired neurological conditions (including ... Very Important Information Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:14:19 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/very-important-information-f37/continence-aids-assistance-scheme-t90.htm#110 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/very-important-information-f37/continence-aids-assistance-scheme-t90.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/nappies-pads-etc-t91.htm Del COMMONWEALTH CONTINENCE AIDS ASSISTANCE SCHEME (CAAS) CAAS provides a subsidy of up to $479.40 per year for continence products. To be eligible for CAAS you must be five years of age or older and: - have permanent and severe incontinence caused by an eligible neurological condition (eg spina bifida, cerebral palsy, paraplegia and quadriplegia, intellectual disability, Developmental Delay associated with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, acquired neurological conditions (including ... Making adjustments at home. Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:15:48 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/nappies-pads-etc-t91.htm#111 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/nappies-pads-etc-t91.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/relationships-f6/retreat-in-south-perth-t89.htm Del
A self contained unit in South Perth is available for carers to rent at $15.00 per person per night.

Enquiries should be directed to Carers WA on 9228 7403.]]> Relationships Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:11:40 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/relationships-f6/retreat-in-south-perth-t89.htm#109 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/relationships-f6/retreat-in-south-perth-t89.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/once-we-have-a-diagnosis-what-next-f15/autism-advisor-program-t88.htm Del Helping Children with Autism Package Autism Advisor Program. The Autism Association of WA will be delivering the Autism Advisor Program in WA, as part of the Australian Government’s Helping Children with Autism package. Autism Advisors will provide information and support to families and carers of children aged 0-6 years with a diagnosed Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism Advisors will inform families and carers about access to early intervention funding packages and ... Once we have a diagnosis, what next? Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:10:04 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/once-we-have-a-diagnosis-what-next-f15/autism-advisor-program-t88.htm#108 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/once-we-have-a-diagnosis-what-next-f15/autism-advisor-program-t88.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/the-independent-living-centre-t87.htm Del The Independent Living Centre is pleased to announce that we can now offer appointments in the Rockingham area. The independent Living Centre of WA is a free, government funded, unbiased, information and advisory service to help you choose the right assistive technology and equipment. Our range of equipment can assist you with: Mobility, Personal Safety, Self-Care, Communication, Recreation and much more. Appointments are available between 10am and 3pm Tuesdays and Thursdays ... Making adjustments at home. Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:07:37 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/the-independent-living-centre-t87.htm#107 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/the-independent-living-centre-t87.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/health-department-dentistry-t86.htm Del The Department of Health dental clinic which was previously located in the Disability Services Commission’s central office in Colin Street West Perth moved on 1 July 2008. The new community-based clinic at North Perth, initially due for completion in October, is now planned to open in December 2008 or January 2009. Until the North Perth clinic is operational, dental services will continue to be offered from general clinics in Como (43 Mount Henry Road) and Joondalup (24 Regents ... Parent to Parent Support Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:05:33 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/health-department-dentistry-t86.htm#106 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/parent-to-parent-support-f17/health-department-dentistry-t86.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/very-important-information-f37/helping-children-with-autism-package-from-the-federal-government-t56.htm Del http://www.fahcsia.gov.au/internet/facsinternet.nsf/disabilities/services-help_child_autism.htm The Australian Government has committed $190 million for four years to June 2012 to deliver the Helping Children with Autism package. The package will help address the considerable need for support and services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs). The Helping Children with Autism package is the first national initiative to help families deal with this challenging disorder ... Very Important Information Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:22:20 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/very-important-information-f37/helping-children-with-autism-package-from-the-federal-government-t56.htm#67 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/very-important-information-f37/helping-children-with-autism-package-from-the-federal-government-t56.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-in-the-news-f38/catalyst-abc-tv-12-2-09-t84.htm Del http://www.abc.net.au/catalyst/stories/2488950.htm]]> Autism in the news. Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:48:28 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-in-the-news-f38/catalyst-abc-tv-12-2-09-t84.htm#103 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/autism-in-the-news-f38/catalyst-abc-tv-12-2-09-t84.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/other-activities-in-the-community-f35/farm-day-2009-t83.htm Del http://www.farmday.com.au/ May 30 & 31 Fun, Friendship & Understanding Farm Day is when a farm family hosts a city family for a day (or they may want you to stay for a whole weekend if they have the space) of real hands-on experiences and a greater understanding of the day-to-day life of the farming family. We went last year to an organic farm with milking goats in the Swan Valley. Farmer John was terrific with our boys and made us feel very welcome. It was really ... Other Activities in the Community Mon, 26 Jan 2009 09:54:21 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/other-activities-in-the-community-f35/farm-day-2009-t83.htm#102 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/other-activities-in-the-community-f35/farm-day-2009-t83.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/pre-diagnosis-f8/kidsconnections-playgroup-available-for-kids-before-and-after-diagnosis-t82.htm Del This exciting new initiative has been proudly funded by the St George Foundation and Kids Are Kids! Therapy and Education Centre. The playgroup has been designed for children/families who are in the process of being referred to Disability Services Commission or those that are on the waitlist for early childhood intervention programs (0-4 yrs). This playgroup is particularly suited to children with diagnosed disabilities including global developmental delay or are currently awaiting ... Pre-diagnosis Fri, 23 Jan 2009 01:14:40 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/pre-diagnosis-f8/kidsconnections-playgroup-available-for-kids-before-and-after-diagnosis-t82.htm#101 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/pre-diagnosis-f8/kidsconnections-playgroup-available-for-kids-before-and-after-diagnosis-t82.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/other-activities-in-the-community-f35/kidsconnections-playgroup-for-kids-awaiting-diagnosis-or-have-diagnosis-t81.htm Del This exciting new initiative has been proudly funded by the St George Foundation and Kids Are Kids! Therapy and Education Centre. The playgroup has been designed for children/families who are in the process of being referred to Disability Services Commission or those that are on the waitlist for early childhood intervention programs (0-4 yrs). This playgroup is particularly suited to children with diagnosed disabilities including global developmental delay or are currently awaiting ... Other Activities in the Community Fri, 23 Jan 2009 01:05:23 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/other-activities-in-the-community-f35/kidsconnections-playgroup-for-kids-awaiting-diagnosis-or-have-diagnosis-t81.htm#100 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/other-activities-in-the-community-f35/kidsconnections-playgroup-for-kids-awaiting-diagnosis-or-have-diagnosis-t81.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/jazlea-dance-classes-movement-to-music-for-kids-with-autism-and-their-siblings-t12.htm Del delma@starwon.com.au if you wish to discuss possible funding avenues. We look forward to seeing new faces and familiar ones too.
]]> AuS Activities. Sun, 19 Oct 2008 03:04:36 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/jazlea-dance-classes-movement-to-music-for-kids-with-autism-and-their-siblings-t12.htm#17 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/aus-activities-f3/jazlea-dance-classes-movement-to-music-for-kids-with-autism-and-their-siblings-t12.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/wanda-western-australian-network-of-disability-advocates-t80.htm Del WANDA WANDA was created in June of 2008 from the imaginings of a band of people bought together from various walks of life for a Developing Active Citizens course. The overall objective of Developing Active Citizens was ‘to increase the capacity of people with a disability to take up leadership roles within their community’. The success of this 12months course had such a impact on the participants that WANDA was born to extend the success to other members of the community WANDA ... Websites and other support groups Fri, 16 Jan 2009 03:19:25 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/wanda-western-australian-network-of-disability-advocates-t80.htm#98 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/wanda-western-australian-network-of-disability-advocates-t80.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/great-ideas-f25/computers-for-centrelink-card-holders-t79.htm Del Until 31 January 2009 Centrelink cardholders who purchase a WorkVentures Standard Pack for $250 (plus delivery $20 to $40) will get: 1. a free upgrade to 512 MB RAM, plus 2. a free upgrade to a 15 inch flat screen monitor. In a joint initiative Centrelink and WorkVentures, a not-for-profit organisation, are giving Centrelink customers the opportunity to access low cost personal computers (PCs). Centrelink customers can now purchase their own professionally refurbished, ... Great ideas. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 03:08:20 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/great-ideas-f25/computers-for-centrelink-card-holders-t79.htm#97 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/great-ideas-f25/computers-for-centrelink-card-holders-t79.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/greeting-form-usa-t78.htm orbitbusinessloans
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Thanks & cheers,]]> Please Introduce yourself. Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:43:56 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/greeting-form-usa-t78.htm#96 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/please-introduce-yourself-f2/greeting-form-usa-t78.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/comiqs-make-your-own-comic-strips-free-perhaps-good-for-social-stories-or-for-kids-to-retell-a-story-t77.htm Del http://comiqs.com/index.html]]> Websites and other support groups Sun, 28 Dec 2008 00:38:33 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/comiqs-make-your-own-comic-strips-free-perhaps-good-for-social-stories-or-for-kids-to-retell-a-story-t77.htm#95 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/comiqs-make-your-own-comic-strips-free-perhaps-good-for-social-stories-or-for-kids-to-retell-a-story-t77.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/webrings-aspergers-and-autism-t76.htm Del Webrings are groups of websites that have something in common. There is a webring for Aspergers with 82 sites http://www.webring.com/hub?ring=bb1 Autism Connection with 99 sites http://l.webring.com/hub?ring=autismring There are lots of personal expereinces: parents/carers as well as individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Websites and other support groups Sat, 27 Dec 2008 12:11:28 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/webrings-aspergers-and-autism-t76.htm#94 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/webrings-aspergers-and-autism-t76.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/wendy-lawson-t75.htm Del http://mugsy.org/wendy/ This is Wendy Lawson's Webpage. She describes herself as being autistic. She has written books and frequently speaks around Australia and now many presentations have been put online about her own and other's expereices of living with Autism. Wendy is a terrific presenter and I have to admit to having had many "ah ha" moments while listening to her and reading her books. Websites and other support groups Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:11:10 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/wendy-lawson-t75.htm#93 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/websites-and-other-support-groups-f19/wendy-lawson-t75.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/very-important-information-f37/autism-services-directory-western-australia-2009-t74.htm Del Hi everyone This is an Autism Services Directory for WA compiled by Therapy Focus for families with children on the Autism Spectrum. Each year it is updated and can be downloaded from the Therapy Focus website www.therapyfocus.com.au. http://www.therapyfocus.com.au/documents/Autism_Services_Directory_2008.pdf Cheers Del Very Important Information Sat, 27 Dec 2008 09:39:33 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/very-important-information-f37/autism-services-directory-western-australia-2009-t74.htm#92 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/very-important-information-f37/autism-services-directory-western-australia-2009-t74.htm http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/autism-assistance-dogs-t73.htm Del Hi all I am reading the book "A Friend Like Henry" - it's about a family with a little boy called Dale and to cut a long story short, he gets a puppy which he calls Henry. It's a true story. Having the dog helps the family "teach" Dale lots of things. This led me to look for info about dogs for kids with Autism....and I found this beautiful site. I'm still looking but decided to share it with you straight away. http://www.righteouspups.org.au/Services/AutismAssistanceDogs/tabid/162/Default.aspx cheers Del ... Making adjustments at home. Sat, 27 Dec 2008 06:44:51 GMT http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/autism-assistance-dogs-t73.htm#91 http://autismsolutionsinc.forumotion.net/making-adjustments-at-home-f7/autism-assistance-dogs-t73.htm