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Seeking More on PDD-NOS or High Functioning Autism
I know it's not near you, but Easter Seals in Elgin offers a support group for families with children with PDD. Maybe there would be something in your area ...
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- My 3 1/2 year old son sounds the same. It is just better tolerated when they are younger. We have been told to expose him to new situations but we always end in a me...
- J.: Check out Communication Clubhouse located in Downers Grove. My son currently goes there for services though not diagnosed with anything specific. They offer man...
- I used to work at Vanderbilt Univeristy, in Nashville, TN and they have an excellent autism research and treatment facility. Wendy Stone is one of the leading experts...
15 Month Old Toddler Who Is Not Walking Yet and Does Not Want to Go to Sleep
But the point is that I don't think you should worry about the dragging foot until you talk to your doc or an OT (Easter Seals I agree is great) about it. ...
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- Hi there. My cousin had a problem with her baby who is a little bit older than your grandbaby. Don't know if it's the same exact issue because all I know is her baby w...
- I don't normally just do work without someone asking for help, but I feel that this is such a simple matter and that her hips were out of alignment. I've sent Quantum ...
- Hi Gradma K. Because of the right let drag, I would be concerned. Please understand I was a foster parent to infants with medical issues for years so I have seen a l...
Speech Delay in 2-Year-old
Aug 13, 2009 ... My son was diagnosed by the Easter Seals Foundation with a speech ..... Call your local Easter Seals - they can get the ball rolling with ...
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- both my boys wetn through the Early Intervention program where the therapists came to our home until they were 3. My 4-year-old is in preschool with in-class speech t...
- The previous post is correct in saying that if your child qualifies, the services would begin when the child turns 3. You are on the right track if you have already c...
- You don't qualify for help with the school district until they are 3. You will have to get an evaluation from them. They are just getting back to work as they are on...
Cousin's New Baby Has down Syndrome
Also have her check with Easter Seals. They have great resources too. At one time Easter Seals offered respite care for families of children with ...
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- Hello--my daughter was born with DS and we were not aware or expecting it ahead of time either. First let me say that she is incredibly healthy, happy, and very socia...
- I grew up with a boy who had Down's. This was back in the '60s. Back then his Mom read everything she could and took charge of his education. We also live in WI and...
- C., from what I've seen in my daycare/education experiences, DS children are truly a blessing. Please don't forget that or tell your cousin any different than that! ...
Sacral Dimple
I was informed through my older son's psychologist that Easter Seals does EI ( Early Intervention) for two and under at no cost; though sometimes there is a ...
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- I just took my daughter in for an ultrasound for the sacral dimple... they checked it out and made sure it didn't open into the spinal cord and she is fine. Did you g...
- Neena: I admit that this is nothing that I am familiar with so I did a google search... there is lots of information. One that I found interesting is: http:/...
- This seems to be fairly common and runs in families. My husband has one so both my kids have some sort of dimple. My son's was the deepest and they were concerned at...
16 Month Old HATES Physical Therapy
He is in Early Intervention through Easter Seals and currently has physical therapy once a week at our home. He will begin speech therapy next week. ...
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- My niece had the same issue and also went to a PT. She screamed throughout the therapy. A good therapist will deal with it--- better than the parents.
- My 5-yr old son has had PT at Easter Seals for the past 7mo. - and they truly are the best. They do a wonderful job of mixing play with the therapy. The head of Orthop...
- I have a son who had tort., so I can totally understand what you are going through. The crying is awful to hear, but remember that the physical therapy will help him....
My Son Is Two and Half Years Old and Doesn't Say Much.
Also, try contacting Easter Seals. They may also be able to help you in evaluating your ... Easter Seals Southwest Human Development 2850 North 24th Street ...
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- Hi G. ~ I have been exactly where you are. You are not alone. I have two boys. Seven and a half and four. Studying early childhood myself, I always knew that my yo...
- Usually after EI comes out and he has more than just speech delay like PDD or Autism, then best bet is to get second opinion from a child psych (faster than meeting wi...
- My son is about the same age as yours, 34 months. He talks quite a bit, but it did come on pretty suddenly. I don't know about speech, but I had a similar situation ...
Preemie Moms I Need Your Help
Oct 19, 2009 ... You could see if your nearest Easter Seals has a nutritionist. Or you could make a referral to Early Intervention for nutrition and to check ...
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- Hi G. blessings to you and your family, My daughter was a almost 26 weeker. So I understand your needs right now. She was born at 25 weeks and 5 days gestation, only ...
- Congratulations on the birth of your sons and I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Kyle. My thoughts are with you. My thoughts on Jack's feeding issues (...
- While I don't have a preemie I do work in Early Intervention. I'd recommend one of two things. You could see if your nearest Easter Seals has a nutritionist. Or you co...
Information Needed on Early Intervention Program for Infant with Torticollis
When we were having trouble finding an OT, I called Easter Seals myself ..... I know that Joliet has an excellent Easter Seals program that offers OT and PT ...
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- My daughter has been evaluated through early intervention and due to difficulties in finding a speech therapist that could come 2 times a week, we decided to find a th...
- You can definitely use your own insurance and get started with services. I know that Joliet has an excellent Easter Seals program that offers OT and PT. I would expect...
- I have been through this EXACT thing! My pediatrician gave me the number to call. Within a week, one of the "facilitators" came to my home. She talked all about the ...
My 2 1/2 Year Old Was Just Diagnosed with PDD/NOS and Static Encephalopathy
I am not sure about Static Encephalopathy but I just read about it on this website and you can also contact Easter Seals as well. I wasnt to tell you I know ...
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- I am so sorry to hear about your daughter and your husband. Google "Special Care & Career Services," which is a charitable org set up to help families with special ne...
- I am so sorry for what you are going through with your daughter and husband. I also feel if he is not man enough to step up to the plate to his own daughter and you an...
- I don't know about Static Encephalopathy, but I do know about autism because my son has it and autism is very treatable. Early intervention is key to helping your dau...
