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SASI is starting a new playgroup, especially designed for children with autism to help them meet other children in a safe and supportive environment which is specifically tailored to their needs.

For people with autism it can be more challenging to find a partner

We all want to feel loved. Relationships are natural for all human beings. Regardless of age, gender, sexual preference, or disability, we all have the right to have relationships and if we wish, to marry.

For people with autism it can be more challenging to find a partner

When you have your first child you are often united with a wonderful group of new mothers through the local health nurse. This can be a great experience as you get to know your new baby and start bonding with other new Mums around breast feeding, sleep routines and developmental milestones.
For many mothers their Mum’s group can become their lifelong friendship group as they all watch their children grow up together. It becomes their tribe, where everyone helps everyone else...

As we come out our COVID lockdown cocoons, we need to be mindful that while this is a great time for those who are social butterflies, it can be an extremely difficult time for those who are less social and would prefer to stay wrapped up and tucked away indoors.

People who are on the autism spectrum generally struggle when it comes to being social and interacting others. Lockdown has suited them to a tee...

Leaving school is a huge step. After 12 years in the education system, all of a sudden you are faced with the big question… What’s next?SASI is now offering a program funded by the NDIS known as SLES, or School Leaver Employment Supports.

People with autism have a kind of superpower. It’s true, while they may struggle in some areas, what they’re good at, they’re not just good at, they’re amazing at!
Did you know that people with autism have amazing attention to detail?

People with autism are everywhere, they walk among us every day. Sometimes it’s easy to tell they’re on the spectrum, sometimes it’s a little harder to notice.

It’s probably taken months, if not years to finally get a diagnosis for your child. You knew where things were heading, all the signs were there, but when you are told your child has autism you feel like you’ve been hit by a bullet. Your heart is breaking. You’ll have tears for your child and overwhelming emotions. There’s a sense of loss, the loss of what could have been, the grief and the wondering how this happened, what could you have done differently, why me, why my child?

If you’re an autism parent like me then you’re pretty special, in fact, you are awesome.

I feel that we were blessed with our autistic children for a reason, and although we may not always feel blessed, we really are the lucky ones.

Family mealtimes can be difficult. There’s always someone who doesn’t like something you put on the plate.Perhaps you decide to do a different meal for each member of your family depending on their likes and dislikes.Maybe you have a child who will only eat white food, like mashed potato, chicken and cauliflower.