Wonder Friends

02/10/2021

These School Holidays are Here - http://eepurl.com/hJQOtj

29/09/2021

These School Holidays are Here - http://eepurl.com/hJwPr1

26/09/2021

Its School Holiday Time!
Don't forget to book your young human in for their hangs!

https://mailchi.mp/ae734435b2aa/wonder-friends-holiday-programme-6117558

26/08/2021

Sensory specific immunisations!

We have increased capacity and an extra date for our Autism Resource Centre vaccination clinics in Petone, Wellington.

The dates are:
First dose: 11th or 12th September 2021
Second dose: Sunday 24th October 2021

Who is eligible?
Any one aged 12 years and over who would benefit from being vaccinated in a lower-sensory space with longer appointment times. The Autism Resource Centre is a purpose-built space with a range of sensory equipment, quiet spaces and supports in place. Appointment times will be longer than a standard vaccination appointment, and Autism NZ staff will be on hand to help. While this is an Autism NZ event, any disabled person who would benefit is welcome to book.

Parents, caregivers and whānau can also book in to be vaccinated at the same time. Please note you need to make an appointment for every person being vaccinated. This includes children aged 12-15.

How to Book
When booking, state that you want to attend the Autism NZ event. You can book via phone, text or email.

Call: 0800829935
Text only: 027 281 5017
Email: [email protected]

If you have already received your first dose at the Autism Resource Centre, you are already booked in to receive your second dose on the 11th or 12th of September. Please check your vaccination card if you are unsure of your appointment time.

Spaces are limited, so book as soon as possible.

The clinic will be going ahead at all alert levels. Masks should be worn by those who are able (exemptions are accepted) and social distancing will be in place at appropriate alert levels.

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For those in other areas of New Zealand, we understand that there is a need and desire for similar clinics. This clinic is possible for two reasons: we have a purpose-built space in Wellington, and the local DHB has supported this event. Autism NZ does not have the same resources nationwide, and each DHB is responsible for the rollout in their region. If you would benefit from extra support during your vaccination appointment, you can indicate this during the booking process at https://bookmyvaccine.covid19.health.nz/

19/08/2021

Stay safe team ☺️

We are here if you need us via message or email.

03/08/2021

Even fidgets need naps 😴😍

These cuties work hard at WF! Teaching our YHs how to fidget and self regulate.

Some cute demos to come ☺️

29/07/2021

Autism NZ is proud to be offering an autism-specific vaccination event from our resource centre in Petone, Wellington. Autistic individuals with high support needs will be able to receive their COVID-19 vaccination in our purpose-built space, with extended appointment times and support from Autism NZ staff.

When:
Dose 1: 14/08/2021 and 15/08/2021 from 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Dose 2 (automatic follow-up booking): 11/09/2021 and 12/09/2021 from 10:00AM to 4:00PM

Where:
Autism NZ Resource Centre, 20 Sydney Street, Petone, Lower Hutt, Wellington 5012

As numbers are limited, the two vaccination days offered at Autism NZ are specifically for autistic people who would struggle to be vaccinated at other locations. This includes people with very high support needs, people who need extended time in a safe and low sensory space before, during or after the vaccine, or those who face other significant barriers to being vaccinated at other locations. Accompanying support people are also eligible to be vaccinated at the same event.

At the Autism NZ vaccination event, we will provide:
- Extended appointment times
- Autism NZ staff to assist you on the day
- A chance to come in and familiarise yourself prior to vaccination (see drop-in information, below)
- Quiet spaces and sensory tools
- Social stories and autism-specific information
- Clear signs and instructions to make your visit as simple as possible

How to Book:
When booking, please specify that you want to attend the Autism NZ event. You can book via phone, text or email:
Call: 0800829935
Text only: 027 281 5017
Email: [email protected]

Resource Centre Drop Ins:
We will hold two drop-in days prior to the vaccination event. These will be to view and become familiar with the space. These will take place on:
THURSDAY 5TH AUGUST FROM 12-4PM and
FRDIAY 6TH AUGUST FROM 9.30AM-12PM

Anyone booked into the vaccination event is welcome to attend and have a tour of the space at any time within these hours, collect social stories and other resources, discuss support needs, or spend some time in the centre as needed.

Please email [email protected] with any concerns or queries, or book your vaccination directly on the call, text or email above.

The Wellington DHB will be offering other low-sensory vaccination events for those who still require some support. We will create a separate post with those details – keep an eye on the page for updates. For those in other areas of New Zealand, we will also keep you informed as best we can of other low-sensory or autism-specific vaccination events.

23/07/2021

Term 3 Times are here!! PLUS! Cool new things you have been waiting for!! https://mailchi.mp/4c02b187c28c/the-new-things-you-have-been-waiting-for

22/07/2021

from Tucker 🥰❤️

22/07/2021

Term 3 Times are out!
For more details check out www.wonderfriends.nz or PM us!

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18/07/2021

Lego day here at wonder friends!

16/07/2021

Teamwork! Mindfulness jellies 😍🤤