Co. Meath will provide for up to six young people with Autism. The Society is currently planning to develop further accomodation at Cluain Farm which will provide for up to 12 extra places over the next two or three years. The services developed in collaboration with the regional Health Boards are designed to provide a high quality of life to people with Autism. The philosophy of the Society is based on a non-aversive approach, where the person with Autism is allowed to grow and develop to his potential despite the restricting nature of his Autism. Receiving the award on behalf of the Society, Mr Pat Matthews, Executive Director, said that the award was a significant recognition of the Society as a natioanl organisation which could provide high quality services to people with Autism.
Autism is a devastating condition which results in impaired communication and social skills.
The person with Autism needs special help and assistance to overcome these barriers. On behalf of the Society, Mr Matthews thanked everybody who has worked tirelessly over the years to gain improvement for people with Autism.