Thriive is designed for parents and carers of neurodivergent children (ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, sensory processing differences, and more). Whether you have a diagnosis or are still figuring things out, Thriive helps you manage daily life.

My child hasn't been formally diagnosed yet. Is this still useful?

Absolutely. Many of the strategies in Thriive are helpful for any child who struggles with focus, emotional regulation, or executive function — diagnosis or not.

What features does Thriive include?

Thriive includes visual routine builders, a challenge tracker with pattern detection, a strategy library tailored to your child's neurodivergent profile, daily check-ins, mood tracking, and shareable reports for doctors and schools.

Yes — Thriive is free to start with core features. A Pro tier is available for families who want advanced tracking, unlimited routines, and additional features.

Is this just for UK families?

While Thriive includes UK-specific resources (NHS, SENCO, EHCP guidance), the core strategies and tools are universal. Families worldwide use Thriive to support their neurodivergent children.

Elopement and Running Away

Your child bolts or runs away in unsafe situations (car parks, shops, near roads)

Steps

Create a safety plan: who does what when the child runs
Use visual and verbal 'stop' cues practised at home first
Consider a medical ID bracelet with your phone number
Secure your home environment: door alarms, window locks, gate locks
Teach 'safe places' and 'safe people' using social stories
Inform school, neighbours, and local community about the risk

What you need

ID bracelet, door/window alarms, safety plan, school communication

Why it works

Elopement in neurodivergent children is usually driven by impulsivity (ADHD) or a flight response to sensory/emotional overwhelm (Autism). It's a safety issue, not a behaviour issue. Prevention-first strategies — alarms, ID, practised stop cues — address the risk while you work on the underlying drive.

Age guidance

Most common between ages 2-8. Some children continue to elope into the teenage years, particularly when overwhelmed or anxious.

Real-world example

A parent installed a £10 door chime alarm and it changed everything. They heard the alert before their child reached the front path. That 5-second head start was the difference between a safe retrieval and a dangerous situation.

Troubleshooting

This is a safety issue, not a behaviour issue. Prioritise prevention over correction
Wrist links and reins are valid safety tools, not signs of bad parenting
If elopement is frequent, request an occupational therapy or behaviour support referral

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