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What are the childcare options for ASD kids?

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  • 27-09-2015 9:18am
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    poconnor16
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    Hi guys, getting ahead of myself here...I'm on mat leave at the moment and have a 3 year old with an ASD. I hope to return to work next year so am
    Thinking about childcare. I don't feel a crÃ႒¨che would suit my son just yet, so assuming he is in education/preschool for 4 hours of the day, what are the options for after school care?
    Does it need to be a specialised type
    Of care? I have to look at cost too and if it is viable to return to work.
    Thanks all


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    Moonbeam
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    You will need to talk to the creches and see.
    A childminder that can give him more 1 to 1 time and has ASD experience might be a better option.


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    poconnor16
    Registered Users Posts: 807 ✭✭✭poconnor16


    Yeah, was thinking a crèche may not have the ability/expertise. From what I see a lot of crèche are tightly staffed as it is. I've only gone on mat leave so have time but know not to leave these things too late either


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    CaraMay
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    We gave the tutor going into the crèche with him as support. We gave to make sure they don't rely on her too much. She's really just his shadow.


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