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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex condition that impacts normal brain development and affects a person's social relationships, communication, interests and behaviour.
Because ASD is a spectrum disorder, there is wide variation in how it affects each person. Individuals with ASD vary widely in their needs, skills and abilities, but most have common types of characteristics including:
MCFD Parent Handbook on Autism Spectrum Disorder: www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/health/managing-your-health/autism/autism_handbook_english.pdf
For more information about Autism Diagnosis, visit: http://www.actcommunity.ca/information/autism-diagnosis-in-bc/
Your family physician or pediatrician can make a referral to the Interior Health Children’s Assessment Network (IHCAN) for an Autism assessment. Parents can NOT make a referral to this program.
Your referral will then be forwarded to our agency from IHCAN. The assessment will be held at our centre and we will contact you to coordinate the assessment date and time.
**Please note: wait times for an assessment vary and change depending on the number of referrals received by our centre. Current wait time for an IHCAN assessment is between 30-36 months. Options are available for private assessments at your expense. For more information about IHCAN assessment wait times or private assessment options, please contact us.
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We received physiotherapy for our daughter who was being considered for a helmet for plagiocephaly. From our first appointment to our last, we received wonderful care. The staff at CTFRC were always very friendly, welcoming, and had a great spirit. The Physiotherapist was very kind, gentle and provided us with so much knowledge!
The outlet to have a professional available for help and advice and direction was key in our success, along with the tips, tools and education I received. They are so great at checking in and making sure I know there are supports, if necessary.
Having someone to talk me through the stages and calm my nerves about [my child's] development is what helped me the most. the sessions were always super informative and gave great advice on what to work on with [my child]. Just having the peace of mind that we were on the right track. I appreciate the service so much and I would recommend to any concerned parent!