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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi everyone! Social Steps is conducting a free talk on psychological assessments and a free parent training workshop! Do check out the link if you're interested in signing up! http://www.socialsteps.sg/#!current-events/c1byg
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi rexlee, At the moment there's only one session. Will let you know if there's another coming up!
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi Parents, there is a free talk coming up if you are interested! Free Talk at Social Steps In recognition of Autism Awareness month, we will be launching the first talk of our Empowering Parents Series of Free Talks to educate and equip parents with skills to work with their children at...
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi good try and sue, I have social groups that are ready to start in July 2013. We are located at upper Thomson and our office is fully equipped with games and activities for the children. In addition the groups are run by 2 ABA therapists and each child will have his/her individualized social...
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi Cyn, I have a school preparation program running. do PM me if you are interested to know more. I can understand if your therapist manipulates the environment like cornering him if he dashes off frequently but he/she will need to explain it to you and work quickly to address the leaving his...
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi Angeline, That's great news! Having educators that know and accept autism makes all the difference in the kind of support your child receives in class. Good luck on your journey ahead!
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    hi momto3 i dont know about touchchat but i use Proloquo when i teach my clients with communication issues. its easy to navigate which is always a plus!
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    hi imrouge, it really depends on your child's ability to cope in a group setting. if he finds group settings challenging, usually its better to do intensive early intervention to work on group skills before tapering off therapy and enrolling part time in a mainstream school. this way you're...
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    Autistic children - Share your experiences here.

    hi jan mom, i checked with my insurance agent and she said that children with autism cant be covered with protection. they can be covered for savings purposes though. you can see whether other agents have better plans.
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    hi foo peipei, the fastest way to get a formal assessment and diagnosis is to see a private psychologist. if a formal diagnosis is not important to you, you can go for an informal assessment at most private early intervention centres in singapore. they should be able to assess your child and...
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi mummies! Sharing a video I watched recently. All parents with autistic children know what a challenge it can be to bring them out to a restaurant. This is a video on how people reacted to an autistic boy at a restaurant. Please take some time to watch this video! What would YOU have...
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi Anna do check out www.socialsteps.sg for social groups. Maybe you'll find something that will suit you Do PM me if you need more info!
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi Cindy one of the kids I was teaching attended preschool by the park. The principal and teachers are very supportive and understanding. But you do need to engage your own shadow teacher though. You can try that out hope this helps! http://www.bythepark.com.sg/
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi everyone, If you're interested,there is a social skills checklist on www.socialsteps.sg under the resource section. if you need more information, please drop me a PM.Have a good weekend mummies!
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    hi ricorn, if a diagnosis is important to you and you are looking for a diagnosis before treatment, then perhaps go to kkh for an assessment. however if you are ok to move forward first before your son is diagnosed then i will suggest starting therapy first. more often than not, therapy...
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    hi mummies! thanks so much for your advice so many things to consider. we are trying to keep cost low to make therapy more affordable because i know how expensive it can be! hopefully we can tie up with some STs and PDs. i think thats a great idea!
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    hi mummies i need some feedback from you ladies. 1. is location of the therapy important in your consideration of signing up your child at that centre? or are you willing to travel to anywhere that has good affordable therapy? 2. do you find upper thomson/ yio chu kang road far? 3...
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi caramel, I agree totally with scrumpee. Alot of parents I work with did that- started intervention first before assessment because they didn't want their child to be formally diagnosed yet. Basically when you go to the therapy centre, the consultants there will assess your child and...
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    Hi af7680, From your list I do see some self stimulatory behaviors ( repetitive behaviors) but I also see some typical behaviors like not being interested in some play and not knowing how to play some toys. However I do believe parents know best and if you have a nagging feeling...
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    AUTISM, ADHD, ADD, etc - SUPPORT GROUP!

    hi cobbie i agree with you that no therapy is perfect ( or else autistic kids will be cured in no time!)and im not saying ABA is perfect but there is scientific evidence showing that it is the most effective treatment for kids with autism. this has always been my stance. Aside from that...

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