Our Eligible Services for the use of FaHCSIA funding
The federal department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA) provides funds for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder to access therapeutic interventions. Read more about this initiative in the panel to the left of the page. FaHCSIA will pay 100% of the cost of the services listed below.
PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS
Toilet Training for Children with Additional Needs
September 15th, 2010.
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Autism Spectrum Disorder and Eating Difficulties
November 8th, 2010.
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PARENT EDUCATION AND SKILLS PROGRAMS
The Autism 'Crash Course' for Parents
Full day introductory course, covering:
- Understanding ASD
- Services and entitlements
- Information about evidence-based treatments for ASD
- Strategies for home routines
- Caring for the whole family
Cost: $320.00 per person (includes morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and training notes)
This event will run again later this year if there are four parents registered. To register your interest, email us by clicking here
Preschoolers with Autism Parent Education and Skills Training Program
This program was developed by Professor Bruce Tonge and Dr. Avril Brereton at Monash University. The program has been shown to significantly improve parental well-being and adjustment in the 12 months following the child's diagnosis of ASD. To read the research, click here
This course runs across 6 months, and is ideal for families who would like some regular support and behaviour management assistance over the year. Two parents or carers can attend the 20 hours of group sessions, and 10 individual sessions. Each family receives a program workbook.
Cost: $2140.00 per family
A discounted rate is available for parents paying for the course from their own funds (program cost is then $1980). Another alternative to using FaHCSIA funding for this program is for parents with a GP mental health care plan. These parents can receive rebates for 50% of the program cost from Medicare.
This program requires 5 families registered in order to run. To register your interest, email by clicking here
ASSESSMENT
Cognitive assessment for program planning purposes
(includes written report and recommendations)
Cost: $395.00
INTERVENTIONS
Sessional Behaviour Management Assistance
Help with tantrums, anxiety, aggression, eating, sleep, toileting, repetitive behaviours, play skills, social skills, or any other concern. Sessions can be at our office, at your home, or by telephone consultation.
50 minute session at our office (Burwood)
Cost: $140.00
50 minute telephone consultation
Cost: $140.00
Home visit within 10kms of our office
Cost: $270 for the first hour, $140 per subsequent hour
Additional travel $100 per hour (not covered by FaHCSIA)
Written Behaviour Plan
For 2-3 behaviours of concern
Cost: $220
Behaviour Management Package
• Initial comprehensive interview (1.5 hrs)
• Observation of the child at our office (approx. 1 hr)
• Written behaviour plan for 2-3 behaviours of concern
• Session to discuss implementation of the plan (1 hr)
Cost: $760.00
For more information about any FaHCSIA services, phone Kirsty Kerr on 0431 710 780.
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