My granddaughter has today been diagnosed with aspergers (one day before her 16th birthday) after years of trying to get help for her. She has had a terrible time at school and has not had any help. Too late now to get SEN as she finishes at her school soon. At what age does the LEA cease to be responsible for her education - 16 or 18. Is there any other educational help she might be entitled to - maybe one to one - so as to be able to obtain qualifications to progress to college. She is bright but has learned little at school, for vast periods in the past three years she has been too terrified to go in.
Also, can anybody point me in the right direction to get help with things like physio, becoming a little more at ease in social situations, low self esteem, depression. We are at a loss as to where to start so any help will be greatly appreciated.
Dear moonraker
Thank you so much for your suggestion. This is my fist time at Internet participation. I am sure your dear son will benefit from the help you have now been able to access. Time is really of the essence in education of youngsters. I wish you both all the best and apologize for the abbreviations of SEN (special educational needs) and LEA (local education authority).
I will be following your advice.
Take good care.
Dear moonraker
Thank you so much for your suggestion. This is my fist time at Internet participation. I am sure your dear son will benefit from the help you have now been able to access. Time is really of the essence in education of youngsters. I wish you both all the best and apologize for the abbreviations of SEN (special educational needs) and LEA (local education authority).
I will be following your advice.
Take good care.
