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Children with autism may benefit from app-based therapies

user26 June 2017news

A study by researchers at the Telethon Kids Institute has shown that in addition to intervention with trained therapists, children with autism may benefit from apps that guide parents on how to undertake therapy in their home. Head of the Autism Research Team at the Telethon Kids Institute and UWA Professor Andrew Whitehouse said therapy for children with autism can … Read More

Did you know we have an eBook?

user7 April 2017news

We hope you are enjoying playing and experiencing success with our TOBY Autism Therapy App. We’d like to take this opportunity to let you know that we also have an eBook called TOBY Real World Activities, which is available for purchase in both eBook and hard copy via the links below. Click here for eBook Click here for Hard Copy … Read More

Promoting Awareness about Early Intervention in Autism Therapy

Tania Rodwell30 March 2017news

With a remarkable 1 in 68 children diagnosed with autism, it seems that in the modern age, most parents have heard of this neurodevelopmental condition. While we as a society advocate acceptance and celebration of diversity in individuals, autism in the early years can be a debilitating disorder for the child and their family unit. Early intervention is considered crucial … Read More

Amazing Apps for Autism You Absolutely Need to Try

Grant Derepas18 October 2016news

Our friends over at the Shortcut blog have published a new blog post including a list of 10 great apps that were found to be helpful for children diagnosed with autism. Take a look at their list. You should see a familiar name in there!

Telethon Kids Institute Research Results

Grant Derepas3 October 2016news

TOBY is proud to release the results of a 2-year national study conducted by The Telethon Kids Institute alongside La Trobe, Monash and Deakin Universities. TOBY Playpad Trial – Therapy Outcomes By You, an autism early intervention trial Chief Investigators: Prof Andrew Whitehouse (Telethon Kids Institute, University of Western Australia, Dr Angelika Anderson (Monash University), Prof Dennis Moore (Monash University). … Read More

TOBY Playpad get assistance from Perth Flow

Tania Rodwell1 April 2015news

Perth Flow is happening again! Another event dedicated to helping local charity organisations with their tech.

More on the TOBY clinical trial

Tania Rodwell15 February 2015news

Families and therapists could find the most updated information about the TOBY trial from the Telethon Kids Institute App for Autism. The TOBY trial Autism app appraised also appeared in the latest digital editions of the Western Suburbs Weekly.

The TOBY trial: iPad therapy for autism

Tania Rodwell15 January 2015news

The autism research team at the Telethon Kids Institute in Perth, Western Australia, in collaboration with Monash, La Trobe and Deakin Universities in Victoria are looking to determine the effectiveness of the TOBY (Therapy Outcomes By You) Playpad educational app as an effective tool to help young children with autism. If your child is, 4 years of age or younger and … Read More

Tamara School of Hope

Tania Rodwell15 January 2015news

The TOBY team has been working with Deakin’s Indian partner, Tamana School of Hope, New Dehli to introduce TOBY playpad in an Indian context. More on the news can be found here and here!

Excellence in International Education – Research Engagement Award

Tania Rodwell15 September 2014news

TOBY’s work in India has earned the prestigious new award provided by the Victorian Government: Excellence in International Education – Research Engagement Award.

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TOBY Autism Therapy

All Raquel Noriega wanted was to throw her daughter, Ava, a birthday party the 2-year-old would enjoy. What she didn’t realize was how challenging it would be to find a venue that could accommodate a child on the autism spectrum.
We need one of these in every town.
themighty.com
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All Raquel Noriega wanted was to throw her daughter, Ava, a birthday party the 2-year-old would enjoy. What she didn’t realize was how challenging it would be to find a venue that could accommodate a child on the autism spectrum.
We need one of these in every town.
themighty.com
ago
Children with autism may benefit from app-based therapies
12 hours ago
A huge thank you to everyone who has helped us reach 3000 followers! This is just amazing!
An early intervention app designed for 2-4 year olds with autism. A unique solution consisting of a 'how to' guide & 330 play based interactive activities.
An early intervention app designed for 2-4 year olds with autism. A unique solution consisting of a 'how to' guide & 330 play based interactive activities.
12 hours ago
When Saffron, 9, received her diagnosis, her mother Sam thought the doctors were describing an extraordinary child rather than someone with a disability. #autism
Saffron is 9. When she received her diagnosis her mother Sam thought the doctors were describing an extraordinary child rather than someone with a disability.
June 25
In case you missed it, we were very excited to have our TOBY Autism Therapy App profiled by Channel 7 Perth recently following a trial by our friends over at Telethon Kids Institute. Thank you to the Russo family for accomodating a film crew in their house at the last minute, and providing their experiences. You can also download the app on iTunes. #autismtherapy
The app enables parents to become home therapists for kids with autism. Named TOBY, it was developed and tested here in WA. Chris Meldrum reports
au.news.yahoo.com
June 24
For those in Perth, be sure to tune in to Channel 7 news tonight!
June 24
Exactly :)
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June 24
Here's a Real World Activity to try at home: Ball play: use 2 balls and ask your child to copy your actions eg. Bounce, roll, kick. #realworldactivity #tobyautismtherapy
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June 23
The TOBY Team is working hard to increase awareness of our revolutionary app so that parents can begin therapy at home with their child immediately. Would you be willing to help us, to help others in need? We are seeking current users of the TOBY App to provide a short 1-2 minute video testimonial. To make this quick and easy, we’ve included some questions below to give you an idea of what to include in the testimonial: • Your experience with TOBY • Results/benefits seen in your child’s behavior • Why you would recommend TOBY to others If you would love to help, please email your interest to toby@autismwest.org.au. We look forward to hearing from you!
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June 22
"As a child who was often the outcast and the target of many bullies due to being “different,” I identified with Luna. I loved that she accepted who she was and that, no matter what the bullies would do or say, she’d keep her chin up and use it to teach others, or as a learning experience for herself."
"It was someone I could finally relate to."
themighty.com
June 22
Still haven’t downloaded TOBY? Find out what the fuss is all about!
Still haven’t downloaded TOBY? Find out what the fuss is all about. *JOIN 1000’S OF PARENTS TAKING CONTROL OF THEIR CHILD’S LEARNING* The Toby Autism iPad App is packed with 100’s of extra therapy activities for you to do with your child at home. Recent results from the Telethon Kids Institute study reports "a high majority of parents of kids using TOBY feel in moderate or full control of their child’s learning”, August 2016.
TOBY Autism Therapy
June 21
A shout out to Bluebee Pals for including our TOBY Autism Therapy App in their list of iMums Favourite Reviewed Apps for Autism! There's some great apps listed, designed specifically for children with Autism, or that help with skills that children with ASD often have difficulties with.
bluebeepals.com
June 21
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June 20
When you have a child on the spectrum, you get used to disapproving looks from strangers. But if people learned to be kinder and more understanding, it would benefit everyone.
When you have a child on the spectrum, you get used to disapproving looks from strangers. But if people learned to be kinder and more understanding, it would benefit everyone
June 19
Hi. I hope this is ok to post here. It's a page specifically to help ASD and special needs families. Absolutely non-profit. https://www.facebook.com/LittleBlueCupAustralia/posts/1364111176991730
Hi Everyone! My name is Katie and I live in Brisbane. I have 2 little boys on the spectrum and understand that they sometimes have special things. If one of these "things" breaks or goes missing - their world (and ours) can come crashing down. I saw the U.K. Littlebluecup and asked them to help me set up an Australian branch. Please share our page with all your friends. And message us if you need help finding something specific.
Hi Everyone! My name is Katie and I live in Brisbane. I have 2 little boys on the spectrum and understand that they sometimes have special things. If one of these "things" breaks or goes missing - their world (and ours) can come crashing down. I saw the U.K. Littlebluecup and asked them to help me set up an Australian branch. Please share our page with all your friends. And message us if you need help finding something specific.
June 19
Did you know we're on Instagram too? We'd love to connect with you there - we're so incredibly thankful to everyone who recently helped us surpass 900 followers! Check us out @tobyautism: https://www.instagram.com/tobyautism/
914 Followers, 1,459 Following, 107 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from TOBY Autism Therapy (@tobyautism)
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June 19
Source: Diversity Kids
#InclusionIs
#InclusionIs
June 19
"Utilizing technology to support communication is on the rise. There are many apps that have been developed for the purpose of helping people with autism communicate. We have found using a simple messenger app can help us communicate at the most difficult times: prior to and during a meltdown."
"A simple app helps us communicate at the most difficult times, prior to and during a meltdown."
themighty.com
June 18
Embrace your inner strength x
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June 17