tracey Report post Posted March 13, 2007 my last post on here was on dyspraxia after doing an on line test for this on a site called Dore i was contacted by them was told about the Dore programme and how it helps with lots of conditions add asd dyslexia dyspraxia the lady is calling this afternoon to give demonstration have no idea what too expect anyone heard of this Tracey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kathryn Report post Posted March 13, 2007 Hi Tracey, I know nothing about it at all - sorry, but a quick forum search brought up this thread below: http://www.asd-forum.org.uk/forum/index.ph...=dore+programme Hope it helps a bit, K x Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tracey Report post Posted March 13, 2007 thanks again Kathryn for replying to my posts have read through your thread very interesting the lady from dore centre will be here soon so im going to go through the presentation with her and see what I think hopefully my daughter will sit in with us and give us her opinion as she is 16 this year and does not always cooporate when it comes to discussing these things Thanks again Tracey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tracey Report post Posted March 13, 2007 had lady from dore centre this afternoon she thinks from tests given my daughters main problem is dyslexia which is something i didnt think she had plus some adhd traits no mention of asd The dore programme takes approx 12 months in all and costs just under 2 grand with apparently really good results all to do with underdeveloped cerebellum they use certain brain exercises (different for each child) looking into it more now but i think i will go ahead paying by monthly installments If theres something out there that has a good chance of working i have to try it anyone with any knowledge on this would be greatfully recieved TRACEY Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oxgirl Report post Posted March 13, 2007 Tracey, is this similar to Brain Gym do you know, it sounds similar? We tried a course of brain gym a few years ago and didn't find that it helped really. My lad wasn't very cooperative, though, although he did have a go. We had exercises that we had to do every day and he met with the instructor every week. I thought it was worth trying, but didn't notice any long-term benefits. Good luck. <'> ~ Mel ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian Jordan Report post Posted March 14, 2007 Try looking up developmental dyspraxia - exercises Won't cost you anything Exercises for cerebellar and automaticity dysfunction do help, but before proceeding - get biochemistry, vision and hearing sorted. Praxis problems are often consequential on spatial perception difficulties - these require 1 visual processing to be stable 2 vestibular processing to be appropriate 3 proprioceptive knowledge 4 automaticity programming - this is dependent on all the above working properly and exercises do NOT sort it out - its a bit like learning to hop with a broken leg - you can get better, but it is better to mend the break first. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baddad Report post Posted March 14, 2007 Hi Tracey - I'll admit straight away I know nothing of the DORE programme, so the following is just general advice regarding any intervention/therapy... One thing I would be asking in your situation is what the woman's credentials are for making the diagnosis she has, and what sort of medical accreditation there is for the tests she applied? Bearing in mind that trained Ed Psychs/Paediatricians often need repeated meetings/assessments to arrive at a dx this does seem a bit casual. I would also be a little concerned at her not commenting on ASD, if this is your daughters official dx(?). Was she suggesting the professionals involved have got it wrong, or is it that DORE doesn't recognise ASD's? I can't think of any reason why she wouldn't be happy to answer those questions/provide evidence of her qualifications - they seem perfectly natural to me considering the outlay involved... While I agree with you in principal about trying anything that might help for your daughter, I would qualify that with the consideration that there are/have been all sorts of programmes suggested as 'cures' for autism (and will undoubtedly be many more), but no solid evidence to support any of those claims. It is certainly true that many interventions can help with certain behaviours and problems associated with autism, but, as Ian points out, most of those focus on intensive variations of existing strategies which you can read up and practice for free. Sorry if that sounds cynical or is discouraging... As I said above - I'm certainly not commenting on DORES or any other programme specifically, just highlighting some of the questions I'd be asking in a situation like your own. whatever you decide to do, I hope it is helpful for you both L&P BD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tracey Report post Posted March 15, 2007 dont know anything about this brain gym but will look into it my friend was telling me about a game called brain game or something advertised on tv by chris tarrent my daughter said theres a nintendo ds game called brain somethingdont know if its the same thing lady from dore centre rung and said i cannot pay in installments has to be paid in full shes going to send me a dvd and more information so its giving me time to think about it am also wondering if it is dyslexia she has and how i would go about getting a test done for this although at 15 its never been picked up Tracey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rach04 Report post Posted March 15, 2007 dont waste your money. there are many like this about and i was told by a good friend of mine who happens to be a pead that they are no different to things they recommend schools to use or that you can buy for fraction of the cost in pc world or sn shops Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kathryn Report post Posted March 16, 2007 Hi tracey, This is only my personal opinion, and how you spend your money is up to you, of course! I'd be very wary of parting with such a large amount of cash before I'd thoroughly investigated the effectiveness of a programme, ideally by talking to others who have direct experience of it or to other professionals who can give an unbiased opinion. Take your time and don't be rushed into signing anything. An LEA educational psychologist can test for dyslexia, or you can go for a private assessment. Here are the details of a national charity Dyslexia Action where you can get further advice and information. They offer assessments, and I see they also offer a free half hour appointment to discuss your child's difficulties before committing to a full assessment. K x Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
annie Report post Posted March 16, 2007 Hi Tracey, I agree with everybody's comments. Personally, I'd be very wary of paying �2000 for any therapy if I hadn't seen evidence myself or it hadn't been recommended by a medical practitioner that knew my son's difficulties. Kathryn's suggestion of contacting Dyslexia Action would be a good idea. At least then you would be able to get/not get a diagnosis whatever the case may be, and would know which direction to follow depending the outcome. Annie xx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tracey Report post Posted March 20, 2007 have just sent message to dyslexia action regarding assessment am still looking into dore programme as i feel i dont want to miss out on something which could help my daughter but lots of research to do also its a long way to travel back and forth to sheffield as i dont drive also just bought the brain game for nintendo ds as friend said it may help oxgirl mentioned the brain gym can anyone give any info on this im in the lincolnshire area Thanks all Tracey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
