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Fraser Coast ASD Fraser Coast ASD aims to promote a Neuro-Diverse world through education and understanding, discussion and information. Janine Burden & Ruth Hillman-Booth

Created in 2014, Fraser Coast ASD supports adults living with Austism Spectrum Disorder and the people who love them. As a community we are passionate about our community having self-determination. Therefore, all of our activities such as marketing, promotion and management is undertaken nearly exclusively by people on the spectrum. As a community we have worked hard to ensure we are providing a service the community wants. We have decided what we do is:
- Have open discussions about subjects relevant to our community.
- Invite people on the spectrum to deliver educational sessions.
- Invite guest speakers knowledgeable in areas relevant to people on the spectrum.
- Promote research and educational information through our support group, facebook and emails. We believe autism is a way of being and a unique way of seeing the world. We see autism as a culture, a culture that is as diverse as any other culture with similar values. We promote that living in a Neuro-Diverse world is a respectful and integrative cultural exchange. It is our pleasure to have this autism space where we can invite our community to come and feel accepted, where people outside our community can also come to see our world from our eyes.

Oh, yes 😳
31/05/2025

Oh, yes 😳

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20/10/2024

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OCTOBER IS SELECTIVE MUTISM AWARENESS MONTH
Selective Mutism is an extreme anxiety disorder that affects 7 in 1000 children (it is about as common as classic autism). The anxiety is so severe it prevents us from talking in social situations. Selective Mutism is NOT A CHOICE even though many people think that as we can talk at home to immediate family. Selectively mute children WANT to talk, but due to such severe anxiety paralyzing their vocal chords can’t talk. The awareness for Selective Mutism is rubbish and many people don’t get the help they need which means they will suffer in silence. People with SM DO NOT chose not to speak! I have Selective Mutism and I am 30!I am trying to raise awareness so that other children get the help that they deserve to overcome this disorder and have a better life! To this day I have members of my group ask to join they are late 50-60s and only just learnt the term of what they have - we can stop that!

24/06/2024

Joy, no other reason.

Hello everyone, below is an email that I think is important. Leonie is looking for life stories to take to Canberra to p...
12/03/2024

Hello everyone, below is an email that I think is important. Leonie is looking for life stories to take to Canberra to present to Bill Shorten. The area she is wanting to address is ‘parental responsibilities’. We all know the issues. Though some of the burdens will be taken away when/if services for children are put into schools. But what about adult parents with health issues caring for adult people? If you want your voice heard, please email her.

Dear Parents, Support Coordinators, Social Workers, and Advocates,

My name is Leonie, and I'm reaching out to you today because I'm working on a crucial initiative to improve the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for families like ours. Your input is invaluable if you have a child on the NDIS.

As many of you know, navigating the NDIS system can be challenging. It's a complex process that often leaves families feeling overwhelmed and unsupported. That's why I'm gathering stories from parents, support coordinators, social workers, and advocates about their experiences with the NDIS.

I want to hear from you about the support you need for your child that you believe falls outside of the NDIS’s definition of Parental responsibility but is reasonable and necessary. Whether it's access to therapies, educational support, assistive technology, or any other service, your input is crucial in highlighting the gaps in the system.

Your stories will help shed light on the real-life impact of the current policies and procedures within the NDIS. By sharing your experiences, you're not only advocating for your own family but also for countless others who are facing similar challenges.

I will be attending the NDIS review in Canberra and will have the opportunity to present these case studies to Mr Bill Shorten. Your stories will directly contribute to our efforts to advocate for change within the NDIS.

If you're willing to participate, please text me your brief story at 0438451752 or email at leonie@amitysupport.com. Your submission doesn't have to be long – just a few sentences sharing your experience will suffice.

Please submit your stories by March 19th so we can compile them for presentation. Also, feel free to share this email with anyone you know who is affected by the NDIS.

Together, we can work towards abolishing the barriers that hinder access to essential supports and services for individuals with disabilities. Your voice matters, and your contribution will make a difference.

Thank you for your time and support.


Kind Regards,

Leonie Madden

Advanced Diploma Community Services

Child Advocate Award winner 2024

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Description automatically generatedAmity Support Services, Support Coordinator Manager
0438451752
14 Begonia Court
Caboolture, QLD 4510

Amity support services is dedicated to empowering people living with disability to pursue independent living and supported mental health recovery.

12/11/2023

Hear this too many times.

22/09/2023

It’s a funny take on masking but when people work on removing the masking… well it’s a challenge. Be kind to yourself.

16/08/2023

Or when people say, “Oh you can’t be autistic.” 😬.

01/06/2023

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14/05/2023

Yes, different love languages!

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