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julia35
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hi my son was diagnosed with ASD Aspergers and PDA since diagnosis i havent had much in way of support apart from group on facebook with children like mine as i am new here advice would be greatfully received many of you may be aware of ASD and Aspergers but not all areas are aware of PDA which is pathological demand avoidance its part of asd spectrum . i stubbled on max card i do get dla for my son but wasnt aware off discounts to zoos and things nobody told me about any help available i was looking up autisic friendly places and came across this does anyone else that can shed light on these cards as unaware to all this
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http://www.mymaxcard.co.uk/ It does seem to be a lottery if a person lives in an area covered or not.
As an individual I stood alone.
As a member of a group I did things.
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hi my max card arrived today not sure where i can use it yet
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Hi Julia, it looks like you can browse the available discounted attractions by region on the Max Card website here - hope that helps.
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http://www.pdasociety.org.uk/resources/external-links/blogsandfacebookgroups
Are you aware of the PDA Society and the support groups dotted about the Country.
I am trying to get a diagnosis of PDA .
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1129228007099112/
Can I suggested you look at the PDA site, there is masses of information and support on line.
Hope the school is working with you on PDA Stratagies . There is information for teachers.
http://www.carersuk.org/
Have you asked for an assesment of your needs. You are entitled to one. You might get some suitable respite and extra funding.
http://evolutian.wixsite.com/planetautism/infofactsheets
I hope your son has a EPHC .
Has you son been tested for the co Morbid issues like Dyslexia, Dyspraxia ?
http://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/dyslexic/dyscalculia
http://irlen.com/get-tested/
You ou are lucky to get the PDA diagnosis . So many won't give this.
You hopefully are aware of iipsea. The information is not readily available.
https://www.ipsea.org.uk/
https://blogs.shu.ac.uk/autism/2016/09/15/dont-mess-with-stress/
This guy writes some really good posts. -
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julia35 said:hi my son was diagnosed with ASD Aspergers and PDA since diagnosis i havent had much in way of support apart from group on facebook with children like mine as i am new here advice would be greatfully received many of you may be aware of ASD and Aspergers but not all areas are aware of PDA which is pathological demand avoidance its part of asd spectrum . i stubbled on max card i do get dla for my son but wasnt aware off discounts to zoos and things nobody told me about any help available i was looking up autisic friendly places and came across this does anyone else that can shed light on these cards as unaware to all this
Just as an example , you can sign up for priority service of most utility companies . Worth checking out. I had to endure burst mains water beside me .
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julia35 said:hi my son was diagnosed with ASD Aspergers and PDA since diagnosis i havent had much in way of support apart from group on facebook with children like mine as i am new here advice would be greatfully received many of you may be aware of ASD and Aspergers but not all areas are aware of PDA which is pathological demand avoidance its part of asd spectrum . i stubbled on max card i do get dla for my son but wasnt aware off discounts to zoos and things nobody told me about any help available i was looking up autisic friendly places and came across this does anyone else that can shed light on these cards as unaware to all this
https://www.facebook.com/nomadbeatofficial/q
Look for groups like this catering for additional needs children. Try your local College as well, I know the College my son attends does Specialist music groups for folks on the Spectrum and other additional needs. -
Any one know how much an assessment for PDA would cost and where I could get my son tested I'm in west Berkshire
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julie27 said:Any one know how much an assessment for PDA would cost and where I could get my son tested I'm in west Berkshire
Hi,
The PDA Society recommend four centres . The information is on their website. Unfortunately the cost is £3000+ . The other thing you have to be careful of is whether your LA will accept the diagnosis.
Have you asked your GP for a referral ? Have you had any assessments through CAMHS ? Do you have any diagnosis e.g. ADHD?
Its worth looking on the website , there is masses of information. There is also an email contact for personal confidential chat to one of the Trustees. They all have children with PDA.
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http://www.pdasociety.org.uk/resources/external-links/blogsandfacebookgroups
This is the support group network listed listed on the site. There is also training days listed through various groups and companies.
Do you know about iipsea and checking what you are entitled to?
Have you had a Carers assesment of your needs ?
Unfortunatly its very very much a Post Code Lottery . The Parents Forum and FB support groups will offer masses of information and advise. -
http://www.autismberkshire.org.uk/
Not sure if they have members with PDA but it's another possibility. xx
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