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    Single mom 2 kids (16&17) youngest daughter has Autism, oldest son is bi-polar. I'm now an advocate w/ an Illinois organization, TheFamily Support Network. My mission for my daughter is that she be able to attend school w/non-disabled students, to live independantly, work, have lots of friends, be safe & happy and advocate for herself. My self therapy is gardenning, playing w/dog Lulu, spending time w/close friends & learning something new & interesting everyday.

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    • Close Autism / Autism Spectrum

      My daughter was diagnosed at 27mos. she entered early childhood ed. at 3yrs. Being in the dark on what to do, I allowed the school district to make what they said were decisions in her best interest (what was easiest & most cost effective). After years of networking I became connected w/the most wonderful collection of people who have changed our lives for the better and Allison's future looks so hopeful. I never thought I would be able to say that. Still many battles to fight and work to do.

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      Behavior Management Working / Worked
      Early on wrong type of B.M. Different methods working better now
      Brushing Therapy Somewhat Helpful
      until she had behaviors just to get brushed (haha)
      Early Intervention Working / Worked
      Started @ 2 w/speech and OT
      Independent Living Skills Working / Worked
      Started very young, through repitition she doesn't require constant verbal prompting. Doing very well
      Occupational Therapy Working / Worked
      Patience Working / Worked
      Never knew I had this much
      Pets Somewhat Helpful
      Works w/larger animal/a tad too rough w/small pets
      Picture / Word Schedules Working / Worked
      very important, structure and knowing what to expect within her day really helps decrease amount of behavior.
      Play Therapy Somewhat Helpful
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