Café PriseMUT: Parents find support for special children in Vienna

Café PriseMUT: Parents find support for special children in Vienna

In lively Vienna-Margareten, the “PriseMUT” café opens a new chapter for parents of children with special needs. In a cozy atmosphere, Clara Waldl ​​(31) and Lea Strigl (27), both occupational therapists, have created a place that not only invites you to linger, but also offers support. Together they care for children with developmental delays and diagnoses such as ADHD and autism. The big goal? To empower and inform parents.

The café's income flows directly into the social club that runs the project. This not only ensures the café's operation, but also puts theory into practice: the association has been offering twelve therapy places at a social rate since the beginning of the year. This tariff corresponds to the amount reimbursed by the health insurance company and is aimed at financially weak families who often have to wait a long time for suitable therapy places - sometimes up to a year.

A place for exchange and education

But “PriseMUT” is more than just a café. It is a place of exchange for parents who often struggle with fears and excessive demands. Workshops and lectures on topics such as autism, ADHD and stress management are offered regularly to give parents the information and strategies they need. Once a month there is also an exchange group for parents with children on the autism spectrum, which makes it possible to exchange experiences and tips in a familiar setting.

The concept of “PriseMUT” also reflects current approaches in occupational therapy. The latest findings show that neurodiversity - i.e. the different neurological functioning such as ADHD or autism - should not be viewed as a deficit, but as part of human diversity. Occupational therapy can make a decisive contribution here, explains the ergo-netz.de website. It promotes the quality of life of those affected by focusing on individual strengths instead of demanding adjustments to neurotypical standards.

Comprehensive support for children and families

Occupational therapy itself focuses on various areas that are relevant for neurodivergent children, including sensory integration, executive functions and everyday structuring. Therapeutic approaches that are tailored to neurodiversity support individual development and help overcome personal difficulties, as the experts at neurodivers-mit-marie.com note. For example, not only the children but also their families are included in the therapy process, which ensures positive changes in everyday life.

You can take a look at the “PriseMUT” premises on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The café offers a fine selection of coffee, tea, homemade lemonades, breakfast specials and delicious cakes from local bakeries. We invite everyone to visit this special place in Vienna-Margareten.

For further information and details about the help offered, the association's website can be found at www.verein-prisemut.at be visited.