local NAS 'phone today

[willowthecat]

to say they have found a volunteer to be a 'befriender' for ds1. I'm quite excited esp as I thought nothing would come of the application (i've learned to downsize expectations). Has anyone any experience of this ? I'm trying not to build my hopes us as I am aware that as autism is a condition that varies so much from child to child that I'm not sure what the volunteer will be expecting compared to the reality -IYSWIM ?

[willowthecat]

there should be a d at the end - I meant they phoned but it got lost in my typing

[StarlightMcKenzie]

Oooh, sounds promising. Let us know how it goes. How old is your DS?

[willowthecat]

8 - He is kind of low to moderate functioning - basic language, ipod obessed, quite sensory seeking. I'm just worried they may be thinking that it will be work with a mini rainman etc

[joencaitlinsmum]

Wow sounds great, I contacted our local branch to see if I could get one for my ds and they dont offer that service but suggested a local pokemon club (DS hates pokemon lol)

[willowthecat]

Yes like I say I was surprised !! But being pessemistic by nature, I still have fears it won't work - but will try to think positive as nothing ventured nothing gained etc

[Ineedalife]

Ooh, sounds exciting willow. Hope it goes well