Welcome to the Children’s Autism Foundation.

If your child is affected by autism (Asperger Syndrome, ASD, PDD), we offer to guide, support and provide practical, family-centred solutions for the journey ahead.

We understand that autism can be an extremely challenging condition for your child and for your family. Our unique services are specifically designed to help you manage the intense emotional and practical impact of autism.

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a complex developmental disability, which affects the normal functioning of the brain. It affects your child’s ability to communicate, interact socially and connect with the world around him/her. You’ll be discovering the multitude of ways it affects your child’s behaviour – possibly in the form of restricted interests and repetitive behaviours, and under- or over-sensitivity to light, touch, taste, smell, sound, temperature or pain. Problem behaviour and the avoidance of new situations can create increasing isolation for your family.

Our vision is to see society fully accept and include people with disabilities; and the framework starts within the family. The goal of Children’s Autism Foundation is to help you create a rewarding and meaningful life for your child within your family dynamic.

We are here to help you. Our broad range of services include personalised advice, training and intervention, an educational resource library, information service, support groups, parenting workshops and one-on-one home visits to equip and encourage.

Autism is considered to be at epidemic proportions internationally, occurring at 1:110-150 people, with rates increasing. Children’s Autism Foundation is stepping in to meet the growing demand for quality services in Auckland, where state health and education systems are failing to meet the needs of these special children. Our family-centred programmes are unique among service providers in Auckland, complementing services provided by other agencies such as Autism NZ and ihc.

While autism is a lifelong disability, much can be done to help autistic children enjoy life and participate in society. Studies indicate that one of the most significant factors in an autistic child’s later success in life, is a devoted parent. We look forward to helping you build a brighter future for your child – contact us now.

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