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Surviving School holidays

CharliesDad

Hi,

As you know it is the school holidays, that's six weeks of finding something to do for our son. My wife is stuck at home with him, while I go to work. And she is finding it hard to not only find things to do for him and cope with the time with him, he gets agressive, always wants something to eat and if they do go somewhere he could want to leave after 5 mins.

I could use any advice on what I can do to help her, or suggestions for what we can do for him over the holidays.

As I said I'm at work and she is at home, and I feel very bad that I can't do more to help her, we speak via IM and she tells me what he's up to (e.g. destroying his bedroom) and there's nothing I can do. So does anyone have any advice on what I could possibly do.

Thanks

 

Stephen

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  • Have a look to see if there are any Aiming High strategies in place in your area..funding varies...things to look out for are special needs playgrounds or activities.

    I am finding these a godsend as if my son has a difficult time no one bats an eye lid. I am finding it a real respite because I can relax in these surroundings and not feel judged.

    Getting my son there is tricky but once he's there he's very happily engaged and I have picked up lots of tips from the other parents...getting in with a group of parents in your situation is fab..everyone tries to help each other and they network good schemes and activities.

    Also check the NAS site to see if there is a local NAS group to you as they often have play sessions.

    I know it will seem a big step at first for your partner but I am sure she will find the effort worthwhile. Try asking at your local sure start centre as they usually know everything going on or can sign post you to some specialist worker who can..or the schools parent support worker if you have one.

    Hope this helps...

    Kindest regards

    Oatie

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  • Have a look to see if there are any Aiming High strategies in place in your area..funding varies...things to look out for are special needs playgrounds or activities.

    I am finding these a godsend as if my son has a difficult time no one bats an eye lid. I am finding it a real respite because I can relax in these surroundings and not feel judged.

    Getting my son there is tricky but once he's there he's very happily engaged and I have picked up lots of tips from the other parents...getting in with a group of parents in your situation is fab..everyone tries to help each other and they network good schemes and activities.

    Also check the NAS site to see if there is a local NAS group to you as they often have play sessions.

    I know it will seem a big step at first for your partner but I am sure she will find the effort worthwhile. Try asking at your local sure start centre as they usually know everything going on or can sign post you to some specialist worker who can..or the schools parent support worker if you have one.

    Hope this helps...

    Kindest regards

    Oatie

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