Hi, my name is Mummabecks07! How do other parents cope?

Mummabecks07
Mummabecks07 Community member Posts: 2 Listener
edited October 2022 in Families and carers
I am a mum of 7 with 5 living at home I am on my own and I am currently my 7 year old son is getting assessments for autism it's been a long struggle since he was very young how did other parents cope with the frustration of the system and how long it takes the lack of support from school? 

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  • Biblioklept
    Biblioklept Community member Posts: 5,160 Championing
    I'm the other end of it as an autistic adult who wasn't diagnosed until I was an adult and just wanted to say you are doing an absolutely amazing awesome job fighting for your son. <3

    I know from others how much of a battle it is, especially with schools not supporting and the system making you jump through all sorts of hoops.

    What stage of assessment is he at? 

  • Cher_Alumni
    Cher_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 5,715 Championing
    @Mummabecks07 You sound like a super mum, having 7 children and navigating the barriers of getting your little son support at school. I hope you have lots of support yourself  <3 Is your son back at school today after the half term? Has there been any progress?

    Just to direct you in the way of a fab specialist organisation if you haven't already heard of them - Independent Provider of Special Education Advice (IPSEA) who have free helplines and resources for caregivers trying to secure their children the educational support that meets their needs. I'd highly recommend taking a look at their website the next time you have a breather and a cup of tea.

    Also, if you have chance give our Autism and neurodiversity category a browse as you might be able to relate to some of our other member's stories and situations.

    Take care and please let us know how your family is getting on. 

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