Opening the Door on Autism

Hole in OneStop Press: Hole in One in Foxrock!

We held our 11th Annual Golf Classic on 11th May in Foxrock Golf Club. Once again, it was a huge success. We played in fine weather (only a few showers), and for the first time in our 11 years, our "Nearest-the-Pin" prize was won with a hole-in-one! Congratulations to our ace marksman, Jonnie Cahill, who enjoyed this fantastic moment. And we were thrilled when he donated his €500 clubhouse award to The Red Door. Later, we enjoyed a great evening, with our raffle and auction helping to add to the funds raised. Thanks to everyone who donated prizes, sponsored teams, bought raffle tickets and bid in the auction. We are already looking forward to our 12th event next May.

On Bank Holiday Monday 4th June, we have a gang of friends who will walk, jog or run in the Flora Mini-Marathon. For further info or sponsorship forms, contact us on (01) 663 7532 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Anyone wanting to join in the fun?


Autism Awareness Accessories : Buy them here

We have a great range of autism accessories that help you be proud and say it loud. For a full list, click here.

Autism Key RingAutism Heart Pin Autism Lapel Pin Lanyard for your ID Badge Magnetic Badge

Key Ring

€7.50

Heart Lapel Pin

€5.00

Ribbon Lapel Pin

€5.00

Lanyard

€7.50

Magnetic Badge

€7.50

 

Autism: An Introduction

Autism RibbinWhat is autism?

Autism is a developmental disorder characterised by problems with social interactions, communication and repetitive and sometimes challenging behaviours. But more broadly, autism has been defined as a "genetically influenced, environmentally triggered disease of the brain and body, and is treatable".

ABAI LogoWhat is Applied Behaviour Analysis?

The science of Applied Behaviour Analysis is often referred to as ABA. Technically, it is defined as: "... the science in which procedures derived from the principles of behaviour are systematically applied to improve socially significant behaviour to a meaningful degree and to demonstrate experimentally that the procedures employed were responsible for the improvement in behaviour".

More simply, ABA makes meaningful changes in people's lives through the use of procedures that have been demonstrated to work. The goal of an ABA teaching environment is to build socially significant behaviours in a meaningful way and to a meaningful degree. Generalisation, spontaneity and fun are essential components of successful intervention. Other definitions offer similar explanations.

Latest Headlines : May 2012

Parent Support Group
Parent Support Group, next meeting on 30th May 2012 
 
Red Door Golf
Red Door Golf Classic, Friday, 11th May 2012
FundRaising News 

Latest Fund-Raising News - includes recent and upcoming events.

 
Press Clippings
Recent newspaper and TV media items on autism
 
Autism Rights

Launch of Autism Rights & Equality Alliance - AREA

 
HSE Reports
Recent HSE Reports