“When my son Tobias was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder and autism, I was thrust into a world that was foreign and overwhelming; the simplest of things like shopping or trips to the park became increasingly difficult, the list of therapist and reports was endless, and self-care became a distant memory. Family support and previous friendships disappeared, as our worlds were so different now; I felt lost, lonely, and desperate for connection for both my son and me.
“When we found Heroes Academy, we quite literally found our ‘home’, a place where I did not have to explain my son’s behaviours, a place were other parents and cares were walking the same journey I was, a place of total acceptance and connection. ‘Come just as you are’ was not just a catch-phase, everyone at Heroes Academy embodied it, we were welcomed with open arms – and a great cup of coffee!
“Tobias has been attending Heroes Academy Events and Sunday Heroes for almost 2 years now. The changes I have seen in him during this time have been incredible; his very first full sentence was, “Mummy we go Heroes” and from my minimally verbal son this expresses it all — he has found his tribe, a place where he is loved and welcomed just as he is. As for me, I have found so much more than I could have ever dreamt of; understanding, support, love, and friendship; authentic people to do life with.”
