“Nicky didn’t ever receive a formal diagnosis, despite numerous assessments and tests. The major signs that led us to seek a diagnosis were lack of eye contact and interaction from about the age of 2 months. The quality of the therapists is perhaps Aspire’s single most defining factor. Nicky’s behaviour has changed dramatically, she attends a mainstream school and is in Year 5. Now [our goals are more] about her making strong friendships, having self belief and ultimately being happy.”  Read the full story

“Hugo’s intervention began when we realized that some of the expected milestones for his age group were just not happening. At the time I did not know much at all about Autism. I am still learning every day, but finding Aspire made it seem a lot less scary. It has been incredible to watch Hugo progress with things he has struggled with before and see him connect the dots. We are much more positive about Hugo’s prospects and have returned to hoping that he will achieve all the things we wanted for him before he was diagnosed.”  Read the full story