A Special Way To Say Thank You
On Tuesday 24 March, 2009 the donors and sponsors of Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) were treated to a morning tea by way of a thank you to all. After being briefed with all the latest news in regards to funding, works in progress, services, schools and the future ahead, the audience was delighted with performances by several of the classes at the Vern Barnett School in Forestville.
Dee Why RSL Club is proud to sponsor Aspect’s work – most recently the Club supported their “Someone to Turn To” parent support program providing specialized training and mentoring for the program’s parent volunteers who offer telephone support and advice to families who are struggling to cope with their child’s recent diagnosis of autism or a challenging behaviour or situation.
Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is the leading Australian service provider for people with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families. Aspect works with over 6000 people with autism, their families and service providers within NSW. It provides an extensive range of services from early intervention and special schooling, through to adult services and family support.
Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are lifelong developmental disabilities characterized by marked difficulties in social interaction, impaired communication, restricted and repetitive interests and behaviours and sensory sensitivities. The word ‘spectrum’ is used because the range and severity of the difficulties people with ASD experience can vary widely.
Studies show 1 in 160 children aged 6-12 have an ASD and it is more prevalent in boys than girls. The effects of an ASD can often be minimized by early diagnosis and with the right interventions, many children and adults with an ASD show marked improvements. For more information please visit Aspect’s website at:
Aspect is one of the 100+ local community organisations sponsored by Dee Why RSL Club.