Assessments
Cognitive and Learning Assessments
Cognitive assessments, often referred to as IQ tests, provide important information about a person's thinking abilities, learning skills, and cognitive style, regardless of age. These tests are crucial for detecting Intellectual Developmental Disorders.
By assessing cognitive strengths and weaknesses, these evaluations can guide recommendations and adjustments to enhance daily functioning. For young children, cognitive assessments are essential in evaluating school readiness. Additionally, they are valuable for securing extra funding or support.
Additional learning assessments can help identify students' academic strengths and weaknesses, diagnose learning disabilities, inform personalised instructional strategies, monitor progress over time, and support eligibility for educational services or accommodations in school or occupational settings.
CocoNando Support Services currently offers the following assessments:
Cognitive and learning assessments
Adaptive functioning assessments
ADHD and autism assessments
Diagnostic assessments
*Additional assessments may be available by requestADHD and Autism Assessments
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental difference characterised by difficulties with regulating attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Present from childhood, it can go unrecognised until later in life, particularly in those who developed strong masking strategies or whose presentation didn't fit the traditional diagnostic picture. When the environment isn't designed with ADHD brains in mind, daily living areas such as study, work, emotional regulation, and relationships can become disproportionately demanding, often creating cumulative stress and financial impact over time.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurological difference that affects how individuals experience and interact with the world around them. Autism presents differently in every person, and for some, it can go unrecognised well into adulthood. Late diagnosis of Autism is increasingly common, particularly among women, girls, and those who have spent years masking or adapting their behaviours to fit societal expectations. Receiving a late Autism diagnosis can be a profoundly life-changing and validating experience, offering a deeper understanding of yourself, your unique brain, and the way you navigate the world.
Receiving a formal diagnosis of autism and/or ADHD is a crucial first step toward greater self-awareness, helping individuals make informed decisions about the supports and interventions that are right for them. With recent research showing that 50–70% of people with autism also exhibit comorbid ADHD, our screening process is designed to detect each presentation, ensuring accurate diagnoses and a comprehensive, tailored assessment. At CocoNando Support Services we specialise in late diagnosis Autism and ADHD assessments, providing comprehensive evaluations through a multidisciplinary, whole-person approach - recognising that every individual is unique and deserves to be seen, heard, and fully understood.
Our experienced team works collaboratively to look beyond a single diagnosis, taking into account all aspects of your life, experiences, and strengths. We are passionate about helping individuals better understand their own brain, unlocking self-awareness and empowering them to thrive. Enquire through our website and take the first step toward clarity, understanding, and the right support for you.
Adaptive Functioning Assessments
An Adaptive Functioning Assessment offers crucial insights into the skills needed for daily living and educational activities for individuals up to age 89. It serves several purposes, including determining eligibility for external support or funding, diagnosing intellectual disabilities, and identifying emotional or behavioral factors that may hinder progress.
This assessment evaluates a broad range of daily activities essential for functioning, adapting to environmental demands, self-care, and establishing independent and effective interactions with others. It encompasses various areas such as communication, functional academics, self-direction, leisure activities, social engagement, community participation, home or school life, health and safety, self-care, work-related skills, and motor skills.
Particularly valuable for individuals with developmental delays, autism, intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, neuropsychological disorders, and sensory or physical impairments, an Adaptive functioning Assessment provides a thorough understanding of an individual's capabilities and areas needing additional support or intervention.
The insights gained from an Adaptive Functioning Assessment help individuals and their support networks develop personalised interventions, enhance skill development, and improve overall quality of life.
