So, last Thursday we had our appointement at Kerry's Place. For those of you that aren't familiar, Kerry's place is a autism center that provides ABA, resources and many other outlets for children and families of ASD children.
http://www.kerrysplace.org/Public/Home.aspx
For me, it was just so awesome to sit down and chat with someone who gets it. Someone who also has a child on the spectrum. Someone who knew how to interact with my son, and how to be able get the info needed in a manner my son could totally relate to.
After conversation with our son and us it was recognized that he could benefit with more social skills classes. Of course, there is a huge waiting list at the moment but it's refreshing to know he is now on the list and to also hear of other children who are involved with Kerry's place that are exactally the same as our son. Kids my son can relate to.
So, again we are left waiting until there is room for him in the class but I'm feeling so much more positive we are headed in the right direction.
Now, we had a public health nurse in the following morning to observe my daughter. I'm pleased to say that went well. We almost seemed relieved as well to hear/see that she seems to be right on target with her milestones and abilities. It was recognized that she struggles somewhat with cutting and her fine motor skills do seem to be lacking. The end result is that we are being referred to Kidsability ( http://www.kidsability.ca/) where a OT will work with her on her fine motor and we are hoping she will also observe her for any sensory concern's that have been addressed.
It feels good to be getting things in motion. Now we just need to cross our fingers that it all happens sooner rather then later.
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