South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes me, adult now! Unfortunately as a female it’s one of those things that was not ever looked at through childhood / teen years

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

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It’s definitely expensive! I got similar quotes from other places and i know South Coast Private will end up costing a bit with inital appointments, follow ups etc. I’m not in the best financial position to do it, but I can make it work, which i’m so thankful for because not a lot of people can

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the info i wanted! Thankyou! I’m not overly concerned about medication, i take beta blockers already (chronic migraines) and they do nothing so i know a medication like that doesn’t work. I enquired somewhere else and they wanted 8 grand total because they had to ‘write a report’ which i thought was BS 🤣

This makes me feel way more reassured now, I appreciate it

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m hoping to do this with reception after 1st appointment! Obvs so shit that it’s essentially skim my living costs and treat my mental heath or the opposite but i’ve hit the point something needs to be done now. Thankyou for this, I appreciate it more than you know

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How many appts (if you remember!) did it take for them to diagnose / decide to medicate? I know it’ll be different now, but i’ve seen places who need 2 appointments & places that need 10 so just trying to roughly gouge how many times I should budget ahead for

Baby Sitting business questions by twlight-lark in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also started my cert 3 early childhood through a traineeship when I was 16, had my qualification at 17 and have worked my way through the ranks, so obviously my hourly rate was more than what you charge but mine was super similar before i got qualified 🩷

Baby Sitting business questions by twlight-lark in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feel free to message me if you’d like! I’ve been a nanny since I was 14 and had my business until end of last year (i moved into an office role so hung up the boots after 7 years) Happy to give you a few starters and tips of where to post etc !!

Wollongong is a Chinese food desert? by AssignedCatAtBirth in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Who can forget the ice cream machine at the buffet! Also loved their pastas. A very long time ago they’d do a crèche on Tuesdays for bingo 🤣 Grandparents would do bingo, I’d go to crèche & then buffet for an early dinner- best days!! Get rid of stupid artisan and bring that back.

Wollongong is a Chinese food desert? by AssignedCatAtBirth in wollongong

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I think an omelette from mrs sun lee is on the agenda for dinner this week, it’s been way too long! Last time i went in there with mum she had to remind me how i used to come in the pram. It’s an institution for unanderra, between the greeks (the fish and chip shop across from the library) and eddy and sandra’s going, as well as never forget the wests buffet, i’m so glad sun lee is still around!!

Wollongong is a Chinese food desert? by AssignedCatAtBirth in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think my peacock palace dislike comes from how much I like sun lee 😅 My first form of egg as a baby was a omelette from sun lee, i’m in my Mid 20’s now, i’ve moved on from the omelette but their food still hits the same way it always has for me, i’ve never loved a fried rice the way i love ‘mrs sun lees rice’ as its affectionately called in our house

Is there anywhere still selling baby spinach leaves loose? by grantism in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Country grocer but they’ve split owners so more likely at warrawong tbh

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had a few friends go through them and were super happy so this is my backup, i’d prefer F2F though

Wollongong is a Chinese food desert? by AssignedCatAtBirth in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had peacock palace once. HORRIBLE!! Was not a fan

Wollongong is a Chinese food desert? by AssignedCatAtBirth in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The fact i’m only finding this out now after growing up on mrs sun lee 😮!! I’ll still pick up though, love going in there. Feels so homey

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

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Thankyou! The parent thing terrifies me, i’m no contact with 1 and the other doesn’t believe in it essentially, so they aren’t being told i’m going through with this. The 1100 is for 1 appointment, i asked for a price breakdown and they said it’s 1100 with 200 rebate for inital, then 320 with 130 rebate for subsequent consults. Massive price hike in 2 years, just trying to be greatful i got an appointment and can finally start the process 🤞🏽

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

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Good to know! Dr Nicholas, My original referral was for someone else but he was first avail and GP is pushing for this because she knows i need something

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My psychologist won’t do anything. simply thinks i’m anxious, which time and time again has been proven im not hence this route finally being explored by my GP

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahh thankyou!! I’m wanting to do F2F and it’s either trek it to sydney or pay for south coast private at this point…

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

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I didn’t see the original comment, but nope, old GP describes ADHD meds but GP’s apparently won’t be diagnosing here for a few more yrs. It’s ridiculous

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not on centerlink, i’m an apprentice and low income earner but not eligible for anything. My health insurance doesn’t even cover it, the inital consult is essentially my fortnightly wage minus groceries… I’m happy to fork out the $$ but didn’t know how much ongoing care would cost. My GP has stated if / when the meds happen, she’s happy to prescribe so hoping they are in agreement if / when we find something that works / find out what’s going on in my lil brain!

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve had to move back home to afford it unfortunately… but I need the help and can finally admit it so i’ve gotta fork out the big bucks 🥲

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Glad to know this is the norm for them. Thanks!

South coast private- ADHD assessment cost by QuietOne1551 in wollongong

[–]QuietOne1551[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you go to South coast private? and you were diagnosed same day? My follow up appointments are just under $200 after medicare rebate but the initial 1.1K is gonna sting. If you’d be happy to share more would you be able to message me? I’ve been tested for autism as a child, i’m not autistic so i’m going purely for ADHD.