GETTING A DIAGNOSIS - A LONG and WINDING ROAD.

Our Keynote speaker on March 4th.was April Linke.

She related to us her journey in getting proper diagnosis and programs for her son who eventually was diagnosed with Autism.It was interesting to note that it appeared none of the Medical specialists that get involved with the diagnosing of the condition are on the same page. Not weeks,not months but years to finally come to a conclusion and that with constant pressure from the parents. You have to hear the story to understand the monumental fight that April and her husband had to wage to finally get confirmation of Autism and the tools to help mitigate the issues. Many would have given up along the journey and another child would not reach their potential.  

It was apparent that there is still not a place where one can go for the answers . It depends on who you reach as to where you end up.. The Autism Society has information but is not the sole source and if you have not reached that conclusion where do you go? On a Long and Winding Road.

April handled a spirited Q & A where members present could get more detailed answers to a very complex and subject.