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Post by cramp on Jun 16, 2014 19:50:52 GMT
I'm currently going through the interview process. I've seen a couple of threads that touch on the subject. I have a son who is a high-functioning Autistic person. He performs well in school, but sometimes requires extra time for tests, and has challenges dealing with change. Are there support mechanisms available in or around any of the communities?
In particular he would require IBI / ABA therapy which is essentially behavior modification to help him interact with other people better. I'm quite open to having to pay for it myself, as we already pay for it here.
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Post by mrmash on May 5, 2015 18:13:01 GMT
My son has mild autism and also high functioning, Is ABA therapy is covered with Saudi Aramco Insurance.
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Post by UmmRiyam on May 6, 2015 6:07:45 GMT
I know Aramco has psychiatrists, psychologists, and counseling services, including support groups, in Dhahran, but I am not sure if that type of therapy is done there or not.
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Post by vpainter on May 6, 2015 12:59:59 GMT
I have sent you both an email.
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Post by space99 on May 7, 2015 9:20:16 GMT
cramp - I don't know how old your son is but worth checking if Aramco School will give admission to him or any other school that has necessary facilities before you make the big decision to move. One of my friend went back as he was unable to find schooling for his son who is autistic.
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Post by Baileydoodle on May 11, 2015 12:09:14 GMT
This is a difficult issue to address, due to lack of support and services In-Kingdom. As far as I know there is not the kind of services/therapy available here that is mentioned as needed. The psychologists etc. at Aramco are overloaded (all the medical departments seem to be) and it can take a long time for just one appointment. Without any guarantee of school enrollment or definite availability of specific services, it would be a big gamble to come to Saudi. If at all possible, in my opinion, it would be best to stay in a country that definitely has all the services and supports available. And a guarantee of school acceptance. I would imagine those are things no parent would want to leave to chance, if there is a choice regarding employment.
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Post by lonestartexas on May 11, 2015 17:46:23 GMT
I would echo what Baileydoodle has said above. There are support in Saudi for special needs children but just like with the new housing and school policy the resources are very limited not, if not impossible. I have heard that a fellow Canadian came with a child with autism and after a few months struggle (can't get the kid to school here and in Bahrain) he sent his wife and kids home and switched to bachelor status. It's just a matter of time that he will leave as well. I would suggest anyone share similar situation be really careful of relocating to Saudi. If you want to give it try come as bachelor status and evaluate the situation. Moving with family and special needs kids together is not a good option. Please DO remember that Aramco today is not Aramco a few years ago anymore.
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Post by dave74 on May 13, 2015 22:14:04 GMT
I agree completely with the last 2 responses above and as a matter of fact I am the fellow Canadian to whom lonestartexas is referring. You can read my history here: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=91999&start=15 |
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