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Hi, I'm jade36! Single mum to son with ADHD and Autism looking for friends
Hey single mum to a son with adhd and autism. Here to make friends :) any one else in the same scenario ? X
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caring for a teenager
hi every one i am a carer for my daughter aged 13 who has asd anxiety and ebsa and sometimes its very draining and i find it makes my fibro and osteoathritis, and other conditions reaally flare up, wondering if anyone else on here is in the same positiion and any tips for support thanyou
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Hello 👋🏻
I'm a mum of 2. I have taken the leap and de-registered my 13yo son from mainstream this week to homeschool. My gut was telling me it was the right thing and already I have seen an improvement. My son is known ASC and we are on the pathway for ADHD. He had a burnout in 2024 and since then I don't think I have ever seen him…
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Ehlers danos
hi my wife has multiple disabilities, I don’t seem to be doing enough in her eyes, I know I’m trying, I think I’m struggling with the thought of her getting worse, and seem to sweep issues under the carpet I love her more than anything, Iknow I want to care for her and help her, it’s not a burden to me but I’m scared I…
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Wife/Carer - cancer ?
My wife/carer has been given an appointment at hospital next Thursday for the results of a cancer blood test - (she's been bleeding from her cervix recently) ! It probably is not menopause related - that was over a few years ago…….. I just hope that it is caused by something else and not cancer.
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Hi, my name is SharonM! Anyone experienced their disabled child go to uni?
Hello I’m Sharon and I’m new to the group 👋. I’m desperately looking for anyone to ask about their experience of their child going to uni who has significant physical disabilities. I’m lost, the advice ranges from don’t bother it’s too hard, to others saying it’s easy enough and can be done. My daughter really wants the…
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Hi, my name is welbeck! My ASD teen has noise sensitivity, any advice?
Hi,my ASD teen and noise sensitivity
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Audhd parent - what support does my child get?
I'm Audhd parent with child who has many autistic traits. I spoke with teachers at reception and officially request support for her in September as she becomes very anxious about school etc she has social communication, sensory, emotional problems etc and I asked school to support her autism assessment. They still…
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School SENCO ignoring requests for SEN support – advice needed
I am an AuDHD parent and my child shows many autistic traits (social communication, sensory, emotional regulation difficulties, and high anxiety around school). I first raised concerns with teachers at Reception and formally requested SEN support and support for an autism assessment in September. Since then, the school has…
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Discrimination by Social Services
Hi there, I am currently in a situation where I am putting myself forward to care for my grandchildren. I had my first assessment yesterday and I feel that they are going to use my disability against me. I suffer with M.E. and have some mobility issues, nothing that has stopped me caring for my grandson in the past. I was…
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My Mum is currently doing "care" for their elderly Neighbour, should she be paid
The lady next door on the right lost her husband last year, and is more or less Housebound, and Mum is now going round 4 times a day at 8 AM, 12 PM, 16.00, and 8 PM to put her eye drops in. The lady's family live too far away to come over and do it themselves. My question is should Mum be paid by the LA as a carer? She…
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Advice on autistic child
I hope you're well. I’m reaching out to you for some advice, as I’m feeling unsure where else to turn. My daughter is 10 years old and undiagnosed autistic, though we are confident she is and shes been on MATT pathway a few years. She experiences extreme anxiety around school, and even stepping onto the playground is a…
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Anyone else?
Does any one else have anxiety about what others think of you as a parent because of your child’s behaviour related to their special needs?
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Hi, my name is Gemzie246!
hi i’m new here im looking for advice my son is 9 he’s autistic i’m really struggleing with him at the minute he’s got a thing abou tv the weather if he sees clouds he has huge melt down if the sun is creeping through he has a melt down i can’t get him to school as they keep ringing me to get him , and can’t get him to…
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New parent disabled child - advice pls
I’m a mum to a one year old girl Elsie She has an ultra rare neuro condition and spent first 8 months of her life in hospital. We came home 3 months ago, via a hospice as we didn’t think she’d make it, and she’s thriving. She’ll have challenges but she is also developing and we are more hopeful. We came home with a care…
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David
have you find anything of my brotherinlow or no
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I am deciding whether to homeschool and wondered if you can give me some advice
Hi, My son is year 8 with ASD & ADHD with mental health issues since July 2025. School performance & SEN provision has not been adequate and curriculum content concerning. I am deciding whether to homeschool and wondered if you can give me some advice of your own journey? My son doesn’t have an EHCP. Don’t have any…
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Hi, my name is Asaint! Issues with SENCO, EHCP and college
Hello my daughter has an ehcp, the college named on her ehcp refused her based on her predicted grades. I've been told that as the college is named they cannot refuse her. The school she is currently at the senco is horrible and keeps lying and has offered no support. Even thought she has an ehcp. AAny Advice
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Grants for autistic person
Hi my daughter is autistic and she hasn’t spoken in 4 years we want to get her started with a AAC device to see if this would benefit her which I believe it will immmensly does anyone know of any charities that give grants for iPads and proloquo2go? She is 19 years old and we get PIP for her but it really isn’t enough we…
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HELP ME | Cerebral palsy
Greetings ! I have cerebral palsy and I am very tired of living. I have depression and apathy..... Are there any moms who also have children with cerebral palsy. I wonder if you could give me moral support. It's very difficult when you don't have someone to turn to with questions.
