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Profectum
Profectum is dedicated to promoting the most progressive and individualised approaches to support people with diverse needs at every stage of life, from early childhood through adulthood. The focus is on integrating various strategies to create personalised plans that enhance each individual's developmental progress and well-being.
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Profectum Parent Toolbox: A FREE online resource offering training for parents. It provides practical strategies to help you connect and engage with your child.
Interdisciplinary Council on Developmental and Learning Disorders (ICDL)
ICDL is an international community of clinicians, educators, researchers, and parents dedicated to discovering innovative approaches for supporting children with developmental, communication, and learning differences. It offers training and resources in the DIR® approach and connects families with professionals who embrace these practices.
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STAR Institute for Sensory Processing
The STAR Institute is a global leader in research, education, and therapy for sensory processing differences. It offers support and resources to families, individuals, and professionals worldwide, helping to understand and address unique sensory needs in a supportive and affirming manner.
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Floortime
Floortime aims to redefine the potential of children with developmental and communication challenges by promoting the DIR®/Floortime model. This approach emphasises respectful and meaningful engagement, honouring each child's unique strengths and developmental path.
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Yellow Ladybugs
Yellow Ladybugs is a non-government organisation dedicated to the happiness, success, and celebration of autistic girls, women, and gender-diverse individuals. Their work is centred around fostering an inclusive and supportive community that recognises and uplifts the diverse experiences of autistic individuals.
Meaningful Speech
Meaningful Speech is a valuable resource for understanding and supporting language development, particularly in children who use gestalt language processing and delayed echolalia. It offers education and strategies for parents and professionals to foster meaningful communication.
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Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)
Aspect provides information, education, and support through partnerships with individuals on the autism spectrum, their families, and communities. They work to create a society that values the contributions and strengths of autistic individuals.
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Lifestart
Lifestart offers early childhood intervention for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, developmental delays, or those at risk of delay. Based in Sydney, Lifestart is a parent co-operative that promotes a family-centred approach, fostering partnerships between parents and professionals to support each child's development.
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Zero to Three
Zero to Three is a national non-profit organisation in the U.S. dedicated to supporting the healthy development of infants and toddlers. They provide professionals and parents with accurate information and resources to support the well-being of young children and influence positive policy changes.
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The Social Stencil
The Social Stencil offers a neurodiversity-affirming, evidence-based program that teaches practical social concepts and strategies. It supports children in building meaningful peer relationships while respecting their unique social preferences and abilities.
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Bright and Quirky
Bright and Quirky supports twice-exceptional children (those who are both gifted and have learning, social, emotional, and/or behavioural differences) by providing resources and strategies to help them thrive. Their focus is on empowering these children to embrace their strengths and navigate their unique challenges.
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Girls & Women & Autism: What's the difference? video with Sarah Hendrickx
This is a great talk by Sarah Hendrickx with lots of information on how things look differently on girls who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. This is valuable viewing for any parent of a girl on the Autistic Spectrum seeking information on this complex subject.
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Girls and Women and Autism: What's the difference? - Sarah Hendrickx