ADHD, Autism, DCD assessments for ELI

Hi, my name is Eli.

My birthday is next week. I’m turning 8-years-old.

When I started kindergarten, my teachers noticed I had trouble calming myself down when I’m upset. It’s hard doing things on my own. Sometimes I refused to sit down for circle time with the other kids. I hum a lot during lessons and distract my peers in class. 

The principal called my mom often for my behaviour through kindergarten and grade 1. Sometimes Mom left work early to pick me up. The school counsellors and teachers suggested I see a doctor. I was on a waitlist for over 2 years to get a paediatrician. 

Last Christmas, my new doctor told mom I may have ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Developmental Coordination Disorder. But a special doctor needs to properly diagnose kids like me. 

Once I’m diagnosed, I can finally receive the supports I need for learning.

My mom thinks this would be the best birthday gift for me. I’d rather get a PS5 or VR headset but mom is usually right… sometimes.

Mom was able to raise enough for a $225 deposit to get on another waitlist possibly 6-months-long.

Assessments from a psychologist costs $3,710 at a private centre.

Interior Health said there’s a 26-month-long waitlist for provincially funded psycho-educational assessments.

School sucks. I hate reading and writing. It’s too hard. I really like math and Minecraft though. I want to work for Mojang one day.

Mom used to work day and night, even at home on-call. One time I hid her phone in the ottoman. She eventually went on stress leave. I know she’s trying her best. But she can’t do everything alone.

Mom planned a birthday party for me. She loves to sing and dance. I really hope she doesn’t dance at my party. I will be soooo embarrassed.

Anyway… I told mom, It’s ok to ask for help. Then I gave her hugs and kisses. She smiled and said I was right. Now she asks me to help mop the floor and empty the dishwasher. 

Our goa is to raise $4000 to cover the costs for me to test for all the letters the doctor metioned - ADHD, ASD and DCD. 

Any donations help support our family.