16-Feb-12: Friends of Autism and ADHD are delighted to be a position to be able to fund up to 20 assessments for people with Autism and/or ADD/ADHD.

The assessments will consist of a Educational assessment by a clinical Educational Psychologist. DR Ann.Prosser,Psy.D. is a licensed/Certified Clinical Psychologist.

Also been funded is a medical assessment by Dr Sean J Fennell.LRCP &SI,FAAP.Dr Fennell was a Professor of Paediatrics 1977-1991 and is a Consultant in Developmental and Behavioural paediatrics. Dr Fennell will give a detailed report on child development and how best to progress the individual.

We hope to be able to provide both or either assessment for up to 20 young people.Along with the assessment will be the support of the advocacy worker Ms Katherine Moreland. Katherine will be available to meet with parents/carers to discuss the reports and will do all she can in sourcing the necessary supports required for the child.

THESE ASSESSMENTS ARE FREE OF CHARGE THANKS TO THE GOOD WORK OF THE STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS OF FRIENDS OF AUTISM AND ADHD, for those that donate to Friends of Autism and ADHD this is a direct result of your generosity and for that we are very grateful.

It is regrettable but places for these assessments are limited. First preference will be give to young people who have not already received a assessment.

Referral for assessments can be made by contacting Katherine Mooreland or Bernie Hagen on 01-8020484, where your details will be taken and you will be contacted as soon as possible.Assessments will take place between March 12th -16th in the Balbriggan or Skerries area.