“It’s kind of like a zebra’s stripes — no two people with Autism are the same.” Kind Behavioral Health has partnered with NCG Cinema in Savannah, GA to sponsor a sensory-friendly showing of the award winning documentary In A Different Key: The Movie on Wednesday, July 17th! 🎥 🍿 In this incredible film by Caren Zucker and John Donvan, a mother tracks down the first person ever diagnosed with autism, now an elderly man in rural Mississippi, to learn if his life story holds promise for her own autistic son. Tickets are FREE with registration! 🔗 https://bit.ly/3XtiKwn ✨ This film is rated 16+ and will be sensory-friendly
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In our latest member’s blog, Dave Richard discusses the difficulties of receiving an Autism diagnosis later in life, in relation to his own identity, and to wider issues surrounding the lack of follow-up social care. "As for my three lives, the stronger I get, the less I see of The Man I Could Have Been. He can have his Neuro-typical ideal existence. The people and things that I love are all part of the express train that is my life, whichever station it is heading to." 📖 https://lnkd.in/eviSPxPs
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If one of the following best describes you - take some time out and put forward your contribution to the proposed National Autism Strategy as the Department of Social Services (DSS) are now seeking feedback from the community. ✅ I am an autistic person / a person with autism ✅ I am a family member of an autistic person or people ✅ I am an informal carer of an autistic person ✅ I am looking into whether I might be autistic ✅ I am looking into whether someone in my care might be autistic ✅ I work with an autistic person or people ✅ I am a disability support worker ✅ I work as a health, education or other professional ✅ I work for an autism or disability organisation ✅ I work in federal, state/territory or local government ✅ Other (please specify) ✅ Prefer not to say Consultation period 2 April 2024 - 5:30 am to 31 May 2024 - 3:00 pm #nationalstrategy #autism #haveyoursay
📢 Help shape the change you want to see in the National Autism Strategy. The Department of Social Services (DSS) has recently released the draft of the proposed National Autism Strategy and they are now seeking feedback from the community on the draft. The draft Strategy is a framework for improving life outcomes for Autistic people and it will help to guide a national approach that supports Autistic people at each stage of life. For us to get this Strategy right, and for it to meet the needs and wants of a wide and diverse range of Autistic people and their families, it is critical that feedback is received from a range of different groups and communities. To find out more or to take part in providing your feedback via survey or email, visit https://lnkd.in/gnCNpP6x.
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My New UPDATE Gheller - Professor Learn about autism, a complex and challenging long-term condition for many individuals and their families worldwide, and an aspect of human diversity to others. This free course, Understanding autism, introduces the autism spectrum, how it is experienced by different individuals and families, and why it is a global concern. The course explains how ideas about autism have evolved and explores diagnosis, causes, intervention and life-span development. Widely varying perspectives on autism are illustrated and key societal and cross-cultural issues highlighted.
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Thanks to the department of social services for presenting such a thorough evidence-based approach. While this strategy plan is well-crafted, I believe that it could benefit from placing a bit more emphasis on two specific sections. Firstly, there's a crucial need to enhance social and emotional support for families with autistic children, as it not only brings comfort to them but also enhances resources for the children themselves. Secondly, providing enhanced learning and technology support warrants greater consideration in the plan. Furthermore, recognizing and respecting the diversity within the autism community, including differences in culture, language, and socioeconomic status, is essential. Providing culturally competent and linguistically appropriate services can ensure that all families receive the support they need. Thanks you for offering assistance to those who require it
📢 Help shape the change you want to see in the National Autism Strategy. The Department of Social Services (DSS) has recently released the draft of the proposed National Autism Strategy and they are now seeking feedback from the community on the draft. The draft Strategy is a framework for improving life outcomes for Autistic people and it will help to guide a national approach that supports Autistic people at each stage of life. For us to get this Strategy right, and for it to meet the needs and wants of a wide and diverse range of Autistic people and their families, it is critical that feedback is received from a range of different groups and communities. To find out more or to take part in providing your feedback via survey or email, visit https://lnkd.in/gnCNpP6x.
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Delving into the complexities of autism, my latest piece offers insights into its definition, implications, and how to discuss a diagnosis with a child. It's a valuable read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of autism and embracing neurodiversity. Let's broaden our perspective together. ♾️ #AutismUnderstanding #Neurodiversity" https://lnkd.in/e3AP8ge6
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People with Autism may wander from home, school, the movies, a store, a car, a park, or any other location. It can happen within seconds, under any kind of supervision, and in any circumstance. Understanding that Autistic individuals are often drawn to water and that water sources should always be checked first can save lives. This child made it home safely because of the layers of protection in place - door alarms, calling 9-1-1 immediately, and checking water first. Great work to all involved! To learn more how you can protect your loved ones check out our Wandering Resource Guide here: https://bit.ly/4dBGSBA. Link to news story here: https://bit.ly/4cnjerI.
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As some say, it's better to be late than to never have done it all! HAPPY AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH to all of my neurodivergent friends, families, colleagues and community partners! If you are not aware about the push for using the word "acceptance" over "awareness," please take time to read the article below. 💕 🌎 https://lnkd.in/gSehfeV6
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I am a parent who has a young adult child with Autism. He is very good at masking. I urge you to watch “Inside our Autistic Minds” (Binge) to discover more about the vast and diverse spectrum of autistic behaviours so we can all develop a deeper understanding of “social masking” and how the vast majority of those living with autism cannot survive in the real world without it. Additionally, there are a lot of undiagnosed individuals with autism who end up having burn outs, break downs or “reclusive behaviours” throughout their lifetime and have no clue why. The more society understands autism ( and adhd), the more we can help. Constant social masking depletes daily functioning and invariably results in severe anxiety, suicidal ideation and escalating mental health issues. Perhaps it’s up to those who can easily adapt to others to do so rather than expecting individuals who struggle neurodevelopmentally to adapt and have no choice but to mask their entire persona in order to avoid social rejection. I think we can all do better so that others have the comfort and safety to “unmask”.
I watched this documentary about Autism last night and this monologue was deeply moving. I wonder how many of us are oblivious to family members, friends or colleagues who are ‘masking’? I hope that by sharing this we can encourage people to throw off their mask safe in the knowledge that we will not judge them
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Interested in Top Tips to make a Sensory Bag? Then you might like to read this article: https://lnkd.in/dnpvxwgR You can also watch the film made with our young autism champions: https://lnkd.in/dd6xjsVc
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Naomi Boast showed us this video at the Sterling Networking group last week. It was very powerful and worth a watch. The National Autistic Society created these videos to increase public understanding of autism. The 5 big things they want the public to understand were that autistic people can: · need extra time to process information · experience anxiety in social situations · experience anxiety with unexpected changes · find noise, smells and bright lights painful and distressing · become overwhelmed and experience a 'meltdown' or 'shutdown'. https://lnkd.in/eE_kssP5
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