"Waiting times for assessment. Unacceptable Delays and Lack of Support"

It has now been over two years since my daughter was referred to the Neurodevelopmental Team for an assessment for autism and ADHD, and we are still waiting. During this time, we’ve had little to no communication or updates about when she will finally be seen.

My daughter shows clear signs of both conditions, and this ongoing delay has had a serious impact on her education, emotional wellbeing, and daily life. This not only affects the life of my daughter but also her brother and sister who live with her. As a family we are feeling the impact of this as we not only have to watch her struggle but also feel the effects of her outbursts both physically and emotionally. 

We’ve been left to manage on our own without proper guidance, support, or understanding from services that require a formal diagnosis before offering help.

It is heartbreaking and frustrating to watch a child struggle while being told to “wait” indefinitely. Two years is far too long for a child to go without assessment or support—especially when early intervention is known to make such a difference.

Families should not have to fight this hard or wait this long for something so essential. I am asking for transparency about why these delays are happening, what is being done to address them, and when my daughter will finally be seen. The system is failing children and families who are simply asking for the help they deserve.