Daughter on the spectrum and legal matters

This is rather personal but i am hoping to get some advice. I am currently undergoing a child arrangements order so i can see my non verbal Autistic daughter. The consultant who diagnosed her is suggesting that because i live in Manchester and my daugher lives in Hereford that she can travel providing she is shown photos of where she will be staying. The problem with this is she doesnt like to interact with people especialy if you are trying to show her something no matter how eye catching the photos are. trying to convince the courts that every child is different and the best approach would be to let the parent reach an educated decision on whats best for her is becoming so difficult please help.

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  • Many thanks this has been helpful. She does enjoy traveling and has made several 6 hour round trips across the country perfectly. She seeks sensory input and watching the cars has her mesmerised. Getting the courts to realise that the parents are the best source of information where Autistic children are concerned is another thing. I understand that my daughter is the ultimate priority and everyone involved including the authorities have her best interests at heart. Your help is greatly appreciated.

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  • Many thanks this has been helpful. She does enjoy traveling and has made several 6 hour round trips across the country perfectly. She seeks sensory input and watching the cars has her mesmerised. Getting the courts to realise that the parents are the best source of information where Autistic children are concerned is another thing. I understand that my daughter is the ultimate priority and everyone involved including the authorities have her best interests at heart. Your help is greatly appreciated.

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