sparkie with handicapped daughter
Jan 30th 2006, 6:53 pm
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sparkie with handicapped daughter
Hi folks, me again.
I have posted this on the immigration forum already, but I thought maybe somebody here has experience with this problem, so here goes .....
I myself am already in the process of applying for a 163 business visa, and my brother has got interested in making the move as well. The problem he has is that his daughter has Noonans Syndrome ( a lesser form of downs syndrome). The syndrome involves possible growth problems, slow learning and certain possible health problems.
In his daughters case the symtoms are expected to disappear or improve as she gets older.
Here are brief description of symptoms
"Noonan syndrome is a condition that can affect the heart, growth, and mental and physical development. It is generally recognized by a heart valve defect present at birth, short stature, droopy and wide set eyes, and low set ears. Features that are often present include low hairline in the neck region, striking blue or grey eyes, curly hair, and chest deformities. Affected children may have behavioral and learning problems. The incidence is between 1 in 1000 to 2500 children "
My brother is a very experienced sparkie, having worked as job supervisor for about 5 years. On the points system he would have no problem, and IMO I don't see any problems finding a sponsor.
My question is, would his daughters handicap prevent him from getting in.
I hope somebody out there might help, because he put off emigrating to Canada a number of years back due to relationship problems at the time, and I know he would love to have the opportunity to emigrate.
thanks.
Paul.
I have posted this on the immigration forum already, but I thought maybe somebody here has experience with this problem, so here goes .....
I myself am already in the process of applying for a 163 business visa, and my brother has got interested in making the move as well. The problem he has is that his daughter has Noonans Syndrome ( a lesser form of downs syndrome). The syndrome involves possible growth problems, slow learning and certain possible health problems.
In his daughters case the symtoms are expected to disappear or improve as she gets older.
Here are brief description of symptoms
"Noonan syndrome is a condition that can affect the heart, growth, and mental and physical development. It is generally recognized by a heart valve defect present at birth, short stature, droopy and wide set eyes, and low set ears. Features that are often present include low hairline in the neck region, striking blue or grey eyes, curly hair, and chest deformities. Affected children may have behavioral and learning problems. The incidence is between 1 in 1000 to 2500 children "
My brother is a very experienced sparkie, having worked as job supervisor for about 5 years. On the points system he would have no problem, and IMO I don't see any problems finding a sponsor.
My question is, would his daughters handicap prevent him from getting in.
I hope somebody out there might help, because he put off emigrating to Canada a number of years back due to relationship problems at the time, and I know he would love to have the opportunity to emigrate.
thanks.
Paul.
Jan 30th 2006, 8:07 pm
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Re: sparkie with handicapped daughter
Originally Posted by furkew
Hi folks, me again.
I have posted this on the immigration forum already, but I thought maybe somebody here has experience with this problem, so here goes .....
I myself am already in the process of applying for a 163 business visa, and my brother has got interested in making the move as well. The problem he has is that his daughter has Noonans Syndrome ( a lesser form of downs syndrome). The syndrome involves possible growth problems, slow learning and certain possible health problems.
In his daughters case the symtoms are expected to disappear or improve as she gets older.
Here are brief description of symptoms
"Noonan syndrome is a condition that can affect the heart, growth, and mental and physical development. It is generally recognized by a heart valve defect present at birth, short stature, droopy and wide set eyes, and low set ears. Features that are often present include low hairline in the neck region, striking blue or grey eyes, curly hair, and chest deformities. Affected children may have behavioral and learning problems. The incidence is between 1 in 1000 to 2500 children "
My brother is a very experienced sparkie, having worked as job supervisor for about 5 years. On the points system he would have no problem, and IMO I don't see any problems finding a sponsor.
My question is, would his daughters handicap prevent him from getting in.
I hope somebody out there might help, because he put off emigrating to Canada a number of years back due to relationship problems at the time, and I know he would love to have the opportunity to emigrate.
thanks.
Paul.
I have posted this on the immigration forum already, but I thought maybe somebody here has experience with this problem, so here goes .....
I myself am already in the process of applying for a 163 business visa, and my brother has got interested in making the move as well. The problem he has is that his daughter has Noonans Syndrome ( a lesser form of downs syndrome). The syndrome involves possible growth problems, slow learning and certain possible health problems.
In his daughters case the symtoms are expected to disappear or improve as she gets older.
Here are brief description of symptoms
"Noonan syndrome is a condition that can affect the heart, growth, and mental and physical development. It is generally recognized by a heart valve defect present at birth, short stature, droopy and wide set eyes, and low set ears. Features that are often present include low hairline in the neck region, striking blue or grey eyes, curly hair, and chest deformities. Affected children may have behavioral and learning problems. The incidence is between 1 in 1000 to 2500 children "
My brother is a very experienced sparkie, having worked as job supervisor for about 5 years. On the points system he would have no problem, and IMO I don't see any problems finding a sponsor.
My question is, would his daughters handicap prevent him from getting in.
I hope somebody out there might help, because he put off emigrating to Canada a number of years back due to relationship problems at the time, and I know he would love to have the opportunity to emigrate.
thanks.
Paul.
Hi
Me again
Wouldn't he be best getting advice from an agent?. I know it was one of the first questions they asked us before we sent any money, so it shouldn't cost him anything to find out.
I am unsure how it would affect his application as I don't know enough about this problem myself.
Good luck for your brother
Jan 30th 2006, 8:26 pm
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Re: sparkie with handicapped daughter
Originally Posted by WendyC
Hi
Me again
Wouldn't he be best getting advice from an agent?. I know it was one of the first questions they asked us before we sent any money, so it shouldn't cost him anything to find out.
I am unsure how it would affect his application as I don't know enough about this problem myself.
Good luck for your brother
Me again
Wouldn't he be best getting advice from an agent?. I know it was one of the first questions they asked us before we sent any money, so it shouldn't cost him anything to find out.
I am unsure how it would affect his application as I don't know enough about this problem myself.
Good luck for your brother
I was planning on telling him the same, but I thought try it here as well beforehand, maybe somebody has first hand experience on the syndrome, and it's possible implications regarding a visa request
AND NOW STOP FOLLOWING ME !!!!!
Jan 30th 2006, 9:00 pm
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Re: sparkie with handicapped daughter
Originally Posted by furkew
Thanks Wendy.
I was planning on telling him the same, but I thought try it here as well beforehand, maybe somebody has first hand experience on the syndrome, and it's possible implications regarding a visa request
AND NOW STOP FOLLOWING ME !!!!!
I was planning on telling him the same, but I thought try it here as well beforehand, maybe somebody has first hand experience on the syndrome, and it's possible implications regarding a visa request
AND NOW STOP FOLLOWING ME !!!!!
Have you posted in the Immigration forum
Jan 31st 2006, 3:34 am
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Re: sparkie with handicapped daughter
Originally Posted by WendyC
Have you posted in the Immigration forum
I have posted this on the immigration forum already, but I thought maybe somebody here has experience with this problem, so here goes ....."
The first three lines.
Jan 31st 2006, 6:29 am
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Re: sparkie with handicapped daughter
Originally Posted by furkew
" Hi folks, me again.
I have posted this on the immigration forum already, but I thought maybe somebody here has experience with this problem, so here goes ....."
The first three lines.
I have posted this on the immigration forum already, but I thought maybe somebody here has experience with this problem, so here goes ....."
The first three lines.
Jan 31st 2006, 6:34 am
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Re: sparkie with handicapped daughter
Originally Posted by moneypen20
I would think, if it's not a costly (to the state) "illness", then there shouldn't be too much problem, they might have to validate within six months instead of a year. Peter Bollard in Sydney is the medical expert. Do a search on here for his name and e-mail him.
I had the same reply off the immigration forum, to get in touch with Peter Bollard. He seems to be the most experienced in this field.
Cheers
