Spectrum Adventures

07/10/2025

💜💚💜 🤔 Confused about the new NDIS changes affecting autistic families? We’re here to help!

🌟 **Need help navigating your NDIS funding?** 🌟 Unlock your goals by understanding how to use your funding effectively!

Or have you been told you need to prepare a carer's statement and find it impossible to start, or how you can explain the endless advocacy and support you do so effortlessly but is simply hard to describe? Crafting a carer’s statement is no small feat, especially when describing the love and effort that goes into it. 🌈

Let us help!

🛠️ Navigating NDIS supports just got easier! Our updated guides are designed with autistic families in mind, reflecting the newest changes for better understanding and support. 🌟 Get started on your journey today!

🔖 Our ever popular Carer's statement with pages of content explaining how to describe impacts to daily life.

🔖 Our updated AT guide - with helpful tips on what is on the YES list, and what you may need to fund out of your own resources.

🔖 The ABCs of the NDIS for Autism - our downloadable resource we've created for FREE that takes you right through access to what typical plans look like.

🌟 We've shared our knowledge to help make your journey smoother! 🚀 If you have questions or need personalized guidance, we're excited to announce one-on-one Zoom sessions! Let's work together to achieve your goals! 💪

🌟 Exciting news for autistic families! We've just updated our popular guides on understanding NDIS supports to reflect the latest changes! 🎉 Dive in and discover how to maximize your benefits and support. Check it out today!



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05/10/2025

Such excellent resources to help understand why Autism doesn't look like you thought....thank you neurodivergent_insights

05/10/2025

For our friends who like to be informed about all things NDIS and what the real concerns are - this is an excellent article.

Of note. The rhetoric fed to mainstream news that inflates the population and blames autistics for the scheme inflation is incorrect, and discussed here. Less than 2.5% of Australia's population are NDIS participants.

The real issues. Administration, consultants, and legal waste.
What we hear less of is the evidence we have that Depression, unaliving occur at shockingly high levels of Autistic teens. When we feel othered, we are told we are not disabled, that who we are is not needing support - our voices fade.
https://everyaustraliancounts.com.au/opinion/autistic-children-dont-break-the-budget/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNOqj5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHjcD_5Qp8eEAFFq9MBxsSGNmBIOKq6a_heb1uEZzqfpQyFNcIZshuO45ovq7_aem_JhLU-9ZoFzRYpCzJj9xzJw

Every Australian Counts is here to make sure the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is delivered as promised and is the best it can be. Find out how the NDIS process works and hear real stories from people who have been through the process, and keep up to date with the NDIS rollout with lat...

01/10/2025

💡📝 Need help crafting a powerful carer's statement? Look no further! 📚
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🌟 Attention all Autistic parents and carers! 🌟 Our carers statement is the ultimate resource created just for YOU! 🙌🏼💙 Whether you're struggling to explain your family's unique needs or seeking some support, this guide has got your back! 🤝💪🏽
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📝 Planning meetings made easy! 🙌✨ The Carer's Statement is here to help you prepare for those important discussions. 🗣️💡 Share what's been working for your family, what's not, and the adjustments your child needs daily. Together, we can ensure our children's voices are heard and their needs are met! 🌟❤️

💡 Need some guidance on NDIS funding for autism support? 🌻 Look no further! Our informative post covers everything you need to know, with plenty of examples to clarify. 🌈 Explore it today!

🌟 Unlock the potential of the NDIS! 🗝️ Our carers statement resource tackles the ins and outs of the legislation, providing valuable insights for autistic families. 📝 Don't miss the chance to empower yourself!

Want to create a powerful carer's statement? Look no further! 📜 Our downloadable pdf is now available for just $20 on our website. ✨ Take a look at our other amazing resources too! 💪

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23/09/2025

Ahem. "That's what she said!!"

Australia’s Chief Medical Officer and the TGA join with other global medicines regulators, leading clinicians and scientists worldwide in rejecting claims regarding the use of paracetamol in pregnancy, and the subsequent risk of development of ADHD or autism in children.

Robust scientific evidence shows no causal link between the use of paracetamol in pregnancy and autism or ADHD, with several large and reliable studies directly contradicting these claims.

Paracetamol remains the recommended treatment option for pain or fever in pregnant women when used as directed. Importantly, untreated fever and pain can pose risks to the unborn baby, highlighting the importance of managing these symptoms with recommended treatment. Pregnant women should speak to their healthcare professionals if they have questions about any medication during pregnancy.

Read more: https://www.tga.gov.au/news/media-releases/paracetamol-use-pregnancy

22/09/2025

😂😂😂 you know when the news is so ridiculous that you have to laugh?

Yeah that.

22/09/2025

However a really interesting point to ponder is here!!!

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNdkZArRgbq/?igsh=a3g3eWx3aGViend3

04/09/2025

💜💚💜 🏖️ Planning your holiday time off with an Autistic child? We've got you covered with our tailored support system 🌈 🌍 Traveling can be daunting, but we're here to make it easier for you as you connect to new destinations or see family and friends who live far away.
In our world, we follow these golden rules to create a safe and engaging environment for all ✨
Traveling tip #1: Provide visual communication for a more predictable and enjoyable experience for all 🗺️🌟
Predictability and visual storytelling go a long way in reducing anxiety for autistic needs – it's all about making everyone feel comfortable and included 🌈👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Sometimes we might travel by car, which is great to offer a familiar space that allows us to decompress from the stress of new locations. There's something comforting about the familiar space of our car amidst unfamiliar surroundings 🌍🚙
Flying can be stressful, especially with invisible disabilities. ☀️ Using a sunflower lanyard can help communicate your needs and make the journey smoother and more comfortable. ✈️💛
✅ Executive functioning hack: minimize decision fatigue by having duplicates of your everyday items packed and ready! Take the stress out of packing by having backups of your essentials ready to go! 🌟
🧦 Packing for a family trip? Remember to bring an extra lycra body sock or comfortable fidget to help with transitions in unfamiliar environments. ✈️
🌟 Make sure to grab a second galaxy light or fidget for your suitcase! It's better to be prepared than to risk leaving your favorite sensory item behind. 🌌
Don't underestimate the power of downtime. It's essential for resetting and recharging your mind and body. ⏱️🔋
What other tips have you found work for your autistic family?

03/09/2025

💜💚💜 We'd like to share the number one thing you should do after you receive an Autism diagnosis. This is the must do.

Need a safe space to share your questions and emotions? We've got you covered. Find us and feel heard. 🌈

Find your community. Find us. We are here. We know. We know your questions. We know your emotions. We get it. We have been there and we are here.

I was sitting at a dinner for a group of autistics parents recently, and looking around at the small clusters of connections, the hum of voices, I felt a swell of emotion, happiness, satisfaction, that glow .....for me, I light up amongst my safe people. The ones who don't judge, who know what it's like to escape quickly when sensory needs must be addressed, when it's often too much. The ones who toast our success when we achieve a goal and raise their cups and glasses.
Feeling lost or alone? You're not! We've been there too. Join our community and find the support you need. 💗

♾️ After getting an Autism diagnosis, the most important step is to build a strong support network 💪🤝 Surround yourself with understanding and caring individuals

This is the one piece I would ask every diagnostic specialist to do. Tell people to find their community. The autistics are here, and we get it. You don't need a ten point list, a hours of therapy and more. You need your village.
Ready to connect with others who truly understand? Come join us. We've got your back. 💪

01/09/2025

💜💚💜 Today we want to talk about Glimmers - and how they provide moments of joy to our otherwise sensory challenged lives at times.

Glimmers are things that make us sparkle, shine, give us that sense of elation and delight that truly brighten our days and lives.

A glimmer for one person, is different to another. Finding your glimmers is one of life's true delights, and we would love to hear about you and your young persons glimmers! Embrace the little things that make you smile and watch how they light up your day ✨

When I think of glimmers, I think of the moments when I'm standing on the beach and I can feel the ocean just washing over my toes, the sounds and frothy water feels cleansing and a true moment of pause for me.

✨ What are the glimmers in your life that make you sparkle? Share below! ✨

31/08/2025

🌻🌻 Before you head off for a holiday let us ask if you have heard about the sunflower lanyards for invisible disabilities?
They are extremely handy when travelling, especially on planes and in the airport.
🌻🌻 The Hidden disabilities lanyard is designed to communicate your disability quickly and discreetly and is a great option for autistic people and families when travelling.
🌻🌻 Using the lanyard in the airport is a recognisable way for your family to travel and be supported - we have found when using it, we were given priority boarding on planes, and airline staff gave additional care when communicating instructions and information.
The security staff also recognised and supported our needs, and is just another means of communication that is growing widely understood.
🌻🌻 For those with sensory needs unable to wear the lanyard around the neck, you can also wrap it around your wrist or attach it to your carry on luggage as an option too.
The lanyards can be ordered from the airport, or online, and are a great option for autistic families to consider - and help to communicate our needs discreetly when needing to travel (and juggle all the things!).
You can learn more about the sunflower lanyards (and order one!) at the link below
https://hdsunflower.com/au/