There is no greater feeling than being
understood
– Dr Stanley Greenspan
About Us
Dagbreek Centre for Autism, where early intervention and behavioural education in a safe and inclusive space are the focus for children on the spectrum and their families.
“Autism is my superpower, what’s yours?” – Alexa Lauenburger
Our Facilities
Reading Lounge
Outside Play Area
Therapy Room
Outside Therapy Space
Toy Library
Conference Room
Shop
Coworking Space
Dagbreek Heroes
This section is dedicated to those who have lent a helping hand in our Centre through giving insights, assistance or donations.
“Autism can be a beautiful thing if we take the time to understand it.” – Stuart Duncan
Our Purpose
To be an autism therapy centre of excellence, offering high-quality interventions and support programmes for children, parents and the community.
Core Values
Inclusion
Integrity
Respect
Empowerment
Trust
Collaboration
Reliability
Teamwork
Sustainable Growth
Community Development
Services
Hairdresser
A hairdresser with experience in working with children with autism can make a significant difference by creating a positive environment through recognising sensory sensitivities and understanding triggers.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapists assess children’s movement patterns and work on activities and exercises that assist in improving strength, flexibility, physical function and sensory integration to help the child regulate sensory input for physical activities.
Kinderkinetics
Kinderkineticists can assist with gross motor development through a tailored gross motor skill development programme focusing on elements like coordination, balance, body awareness and proprioceptive input.
Paediatrics
A paediatrician serves as a central figure in the care team for a child with autism, providing diagnostic assessments, coordinating referrals, monitoring development and managing medical aspects.
Dentistry
Dentistry is an important routine for parents or caregivers to ensure good oral health and to prevent oral hygiene issues from an early age.
Occupational Therapy
Pediatric OTs utilize a sensory integration-based approach to help children and families identify and address specific challenges.
Speech Therapy
Speech therapists promote language development through communication skills assessments and assisting in the development of specific language skills.
Educational Psychology
Educational Psychologists are often involved in the assessment and diagnosis of learning differences and developmental challenges.
Social Services
Social services play a vital role in supporting both children with autism and their parents by providing a range of assistance, resources, and guidance.
Coworking Space
Per request, our coworking space is available for Dagbreek parents who wish to utilise the space at an hourly fee.
“Everyone has a mountain to climb and autism has not been my mountain, it has been my opportunity for victory” – Rachel Barcellona
Multidisciplinary Team
By working in a multidisciplinary team, we can conduct comprehensive evaluations and assessments to provide a holistic understanding of each child’s needs.
Shemoné Bokhary
FOUNDER
Get started
There is a 3 step process to get
started at our program.
Complete Contact Form
Schedule An Assessment Date
Discuss Intervention Plan
Contact Info
Contact us with any inquiries or questions:
Address
9 Witteklip Road, Vredenburg, West Coast, 7380
Phone
0733958341
General Enquiries / Donations / Collaborations:
shemone@dagbreeksentrum.co.za
Payment Queries:
finance@dagbreeksentrum.co.za
Bookings / Therapy:
admin@dagbreeksentrum.co.za
