While researching some remedies to my son's behavior on the internet, I was reminded that my energy needs to shift into combat mode if I want to receive any district services for him. The district, other moms of autistic children report, is notorious for not supplying the students with the proper therapy they need to thrive as young adults, such as speech therapy beyond the normal 30 minutes per week. Without demanding these services legally, they will not be granted, especially if you live and attend school in a low-income area of the district. These findings were reported in the LA Times also, so it is not just heresay.
So my advice to all you Super Parents for the day is this: Put on your combat gear and get to work if your son or daughter is simply attending the district's Special Day Class and receiving only the minimal services, just to finish the school year. This is a huge DISSERVICE to your child and he or she will not become independent if you roll over ad take what is given. Only you know your child's needs and it is up to you, since you are the mouthpiece for your child, to demand these services by any means necessary. Time is of the essence!
Peace, love and happiness to you all!
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