The Gold Foundation

Aspergers… not many people know it exists or what it is but many people have it. Aspergers Syndrome is part of the Autism spectrum but with far and wide degrees of effect, what one person has another will not, either to a higher or lesser degree or to the point of being undetectable or with subtle hints. They look just like you or I but under the surface there are some challenging issues which we take for granted in life. Aspergers is for life and cannot be cured as it is part of the genetic makeup of that person, nobody knows what causes it although there are many theories and reason for discussion. Social skills is a major area for development in these kids for inclusion, difficult situations, coping with stress, etc such programs available with the foundation.
Essentially, The Gold Foundation was set up by a group of mums over a coffee back in 2008, discussing and writing their ideas on a napkin as to what they can do to raise awareness and not only help their families but those of others in the same category. With only one other organisation available for assistance, Autism SA, there needed to be a more tailored, streamlined avenue for Aspey kids. So the idea was born and the rest is history as they say!
Please have a look at their website which has been refurbished recently to get a clearer grasp on the subject. If you know someone who you think may need their assistance, in a subtle way recommend the website to them, it can clear up alot of difficulties for children and adults as it’s the adults who have to come to terms with it in the first instance. Once kids are diagnosed with the condition there is help available for not only for the family unit but in connection will schooling, making life much easier or at least trying to.
There have been a few movies made on the subject portraying Aspergers Syndrome such as Mozart and the Whale, Adam and also Rain Man as a more extreme portrayal. Anyway, I hope I have enlightened a few people but as I mentioned have a look at their website and make an appointment via their email to discuss.