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23.07.08Renowned autism expert opens new residential home
A new residential home in Rotherham celebrated its official opening last week with a special guest: an internationally respected autism expert. Dr Olga Bogdashina, who has worked extensively as a teacher, lecturer and researcher in the field, opened the purpose-built facility in Treeton on Tuesday.
Olga spoke to an invited audience, including parents, social workers and industry professionals, about her extensive research into sensory-perceptual and communication problems in people with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD). She stressed the importance of providing support throughout their life - not just when they are young.
"All too often, people with autism receive support during childhood, but when they mature and reach adulthood, they are forgotten," said Olga, who also has a 20-year-old autistic son. "We have to remember that autistic children grow up. That is why it is essential to have facilities like Rother Heights - so they can receive the necessary care and support they still need in adult life."
Rother Heights can accommodate 24 residents in its four bungalows, which were designed with the personal needs of each resident in mind. The interior of each bungalow is decorated to stimulate the senses and includes coloured inset lighting, tactile and durable furniture and furnishings and unique architecture. The centre also includes a number of safety features, such as remotely controlled light and water supplies and Perspex window coverings.
The home is a new addition to Autism Care (UK) Limited (ACUK), which has been delivering consistently high standards of care to adults with ASD since 1995. In addition to Rother Heights, ACUK also has facilities in Lancashire, Lincolnshire, Warwickshire and South Wales.
