Terms and conditions of provision of services


Autism ID card

This card is issued to the person with autism once evidence of diagnosis has accepted

Each card has a photo of the person with autism

Card must be presented when booking or attending an event

People with autism will offered discounts at our corporate partners or the carer will go free

Verification

Each applicant will be required to submit, through our secure portal, documented clinical evidence of a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. These cards are only available to applicants that provide this information.

All ID cards are fitted with unique hologram technology to ensure these cannot be copied or reproduced by any other source.

Our cards are Not issued by any other organization and are issued Directly from our head office in Limerick.

Who can apply?

Any person with autism from any country can apply for and use our Autism ID Card.

We will accept a diagnosis in form of a clinical document from a verified practitioner. However, Please note that recognition of the document is at the discretion of the service and is subject to verification.

We are not confirming that any company will accept this card unless they are listed on our website

There is no legal obligation for companies or state organisations to accept this card. This card is not a legal right to services or privilege. This does not affect your statutory rights as a consumer. 

Psychotherapy services

Physiotherapy Counselling practitioners are NOT Medical Doctors (MDs). Psychotherapy Counselling practitioners are trained specialists who use non-invasive practices to create a healthy environment for the mind, body and spirit.

I understand that I should continue to see any medical doctors I am currently under the care of, and that any prescription medication should not be altered without first consulting the Doctor who prescribed it.

Nothing said, done, typed, printed or reproduced by ASD Ireland is intended to diagnose, prescribe, treat or take the place of a licensed physician.

Each session is in 10 week block for the duration of one hour, once these sessions are complete, if you require further support we will provide referral to General practioner.

Where there is risk of significant and immediate harm to you, a child or vulnerable adult. We will follow risk policies and notify either General practioner, Garda siochana, Tusla, CAMHS or other appropriate service.

While participating in these sessions you agree to act with integrity by being on time, clean, properly dressed, and respectful in sessions, demonstrate the appropriate behavior for the safety of everyone. To not attend any provider sessions while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, obey the rules established by each provider.

I understand that ASD Ireland is not liable for my healthcare.

I am fully aware of the risks and hazards connected with the activities of holistic treatments and practices and I am aware that such activities include the risk of injury and even death, and I hereby elect to voluntarily participate in said activities, knowing that the activities may be hazardous to my body and my property. I understand that ASD Ireland does not require me to participate in these activities. I voluntarily assume full responsibility for any risks of loss, property damage, or personal injury, including death, that may be sustained by me, or any loss or damage to property owned by me, as a result of being engaged in such activities, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES or otherwise, to the fullest extent allowed by law. I further hereby agree to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS the RELEASEES from any loss, liability, damage, or costs, including court costs and attorney’s fees that Releasees may incur due to my participation in said activities, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES or otherwise, to the fullest extent allowed by law.

Autism camps

The Autism camps are provided by ASD Ireland is specifically designed for children with autism, while every effort is taken to prevent injuries, they can occur. By agreeing to these terms and conditions you indemnify ASD Ireland, it’s Directors, management, staff and volunteers from any claims for injury how so ever they arise. Parents are required to remain on the premises for the duration of the camps. ASD Ireland volunteers or staff will not under any circumstances provide the following; toileting support or intimate personal care unless consent is received in writing from parent or guardian.

Parents/guardians or Carers are required to take reasonable steps to supervise their children and must not leave the premises without expressed permission from volunteers or staff. This is for the protection of all children participating in the camp. While Siblings of children are permitted to attend they must be aware that these activities are designed for children with autism and siblings must not interfere with set up, layout or design of activities.

Verbal or physical abuse directed towards staff or volunteers will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Any parent, guardian, carer or participant that engages in such behavior will be requested to leave the premises. In such case no refund will be provided for remaining days.

Sensory toys on sale

For the duration of our camps we have toys and food products available for purchase by parents, guardians, carers and participants. ASD Ireland is required to provide these products in line with sale of goods legislation. ASD Ireland is in no way responsible for injury cased by misuse of any of these products.

All products are responsibly purchased from reputable companies and for safety purposes are CE marked. In the unlikely event of failure of these products, ASD Ireland will proceed in line with sale of goods legislation.

External stakeholders

While ASD Ireland uses, develops and organises activities with outside companies, organisations and groups, ASD Ireland is in no way responsible for any injury either physically or mentally caused while using these services. This includes while on premises or at an outdoor event.

Movement group

The movement group provided by ASD Ireland is specifically designed for children with autism, while every effort is taken to prevent injuries, they can occur. By agreeing to these terms and conditions you indemnify ASD Ireland, it’s Directors, management, staff and volunteers from any claims for injury how so ever they arise. Parents are required to remain on the premises for the duration of the groups. ASD Ireland volunteers or staff will not under any circumstances provide the following; toileting support or intimate personal care , unless prior written consent is received from parent our guardian.

Parents/guardians or Carers are under no circumstances permitted to enter the movement area without expressed permission from volunteers or staff. This is for the protection of other children participating in the group.

Verbal or physical abuse directed towards staff or volunteers will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Any parent, guardian, carer or participant that engages in such behavior will be requested to leave the premises. In such case no refund will be provided for remaining groups.

Parking permit

Spaces are provided by ASD Ireland, signage is provided by ASD Ireland. Signage is designed by management companies and is developed in line with parking space provision within legislation. The clamping is provided by PJR services through a contract with the management companies. ASD Ireland in no way receives any benifit from clamping nor have we control over which vehicle is clamped or released. This is at the complete discretion of PJR services. All clamping can be appealed by contacting PJR services. The fee for release is €100. This is a standard fee set out by the PSA and cannot be changed under any circumstances. ASD Ireland, it’s Directors, staff or volunteers are in no way responsible for persons that use these spaces without a valid permit. If a valid permit is displayed the vehicle will not be clamped. All permits are specific to a vehicle and cannot be removed and displayed on another vehicle without prior consent, this action may result in your vehicle being clamped. Any complaints or queries in relation to vehicle clamping can be dealt with by contacting PJR services. These terms and conditions are in place to ensure that the spaces are available for people that require them. This parking permit does Not permit parking in Blue badge or disabled spaces

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Privacy Policy
This privacy policy sets out how ASD Ireland uses and protects any information that you give ASD Ireland when you use this website.

GDPR 2018

Information collected when booking your place on activities such as Psychotherapy counselling, music therapy or therapeutic music is required to be shared with the therapist, this will include sensitive information. this information will only be shared securely and will comply with the transfer of information section of the GDPR regulations.

ASD Ireland is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, then you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement.

ASD Ireland may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page from time to time to ensure that you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from January 1st 2020

What we collect

We may collect the following information:

Name and contact information including email address.

Other information that you choose to impart to us.

What we do with the information we gather

We require this information to understand your needs and provide you with a better service, and in particular for the following reasons:

Internal record keeping.

We may use the information to improve our products and services.

For legitimate contact purposes in connection with our work.

Security

We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. Any information that you transmit to us through our web server is deleted from the server as soon as it has been collected.

Google Analytics

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We will never (and will not allow any third party to) use the statistical analytics tool to track or to collect any Personally Identifiable Information (PII) of visitors to our site. Google will not associate your IP address with any other data held by Google. Neither we nor Google will link, or seek to link, an IP address with the identity of a computer user. We will not associate any data gathered from this site with any Personally Identifiable Information from any source, unless you explicitly submit that information via a fill-in form on our website.

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Links to other websites

Our website may contain links to other websites of interest. However, once you have used these links to leave our site, you should note that we do not have any control over that other website. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of any information which you provide whilst visiting such sites and such sites are not governed by this privacy statement. You should exercise caution and look at the privacy statement applicable to the website in question.

Controlling your personal information

We will not sell, distribute or lease your contact information to third parties unless we have your permission or are required by law to do so.

Website disclaimer
The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only. The information is provided by ASD Ireland and while we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the web site or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.

In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website.

Through this website you are able to link to other websites which are not under the control of ASD Ireland . We have no control over the nature, content and availability of those sites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.

Every effort is made to keep the website up and running smoothly. However, ASD Ireland takes no responsibility for, and will not be liable for, the website being temporarily unavailable due to technical issues beyond our control.

Website

If you continue to browse and use this website, you are agreeing to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions of use, which together with our privacy policy govern ASD Ireland’s relationship with you in relation to this website.

If you disagree with any part of these terms and conditions, please do not use our website.

The term ‘ ASD Ireland or ‘us’ or ‘we’ refers to the owner of the website whose registered office at Unit 72 Eastlink Business park, Ballysimon Road, Limerick Our company registration number is 619877. The term ‘you’ refers to the user or viewer of our website.

The use of this website is subject to the following terms of use:

The content of the pages of this website is for your general information and use only. It is subject to change without notice.

Neither we nor any third parties provide any warranty or guarantee as to the accuracy, timeliness, performance, completeness or suitability of the information and materials found or offered on this website for any particular purpose. You acknowledge that such information and materials may contain inaccuracies or errors and we expressly exclude liability for any such inaccuracies or errors to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Your use of any information or materials on this website is entirely at your own risk, for which we shall not be liable. It shall be your own responsibility to ensure that any products, services or information available through this web site meet your specific requirements.

This website contains material which is owned by or licenced to us. This material includes, but is not limited to, the design, layout, look, appearance and graphics. Reproduction is prohibited other than in accordance with the copyright notice, which forms part of these terms and conditions.

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