Is that a word? If not, I just invented it. ASDQUEENBEE is going social networking! I feel so guilty when I have so much I want to share and say but never have the time to sit and write it! It might not be blog entries but at least I will be able to express my views, experiences and opinions on a daily basis now. Follow me at @asdqueenbee for all things AUTISM! In the mean time, I will also continue to attempt to update both my blogs!
PS. I lied, I know I mentioned in my last post that I was not going to keep my kids blogs separate but for now, I am. Remember to check out Quinn's story too!
Http://quinnsquest.blogspot.com
Thursday, April 14, 2011
The new program
Quinn (23 ms) started a new program. It's a program designed to be an early intervention for kids with any kind of delay. It is in a beautiful building and set up like a preschool. They do circle time, table tasks, play time, independent work, computer time, snack, music circle, teacher time, art session and playground! They even have a parent support group meeting 1x a week with a psychologist! They rotate these sessions in 15-20 minute intervals. He just completed his 2nd week this week.
He did not cry on his first day. He was smiling and waving at everyone, super happy! He transitioned beautifully and had great eye contact with all his teachers. The 2nd day was tougher on him. He was still a good sport but a lot more hesitant during the 2nd half of his day. This week he did great. In table tasks, which is puzzles and fine motor skills, he seemed to be less resistant. His weaker areas are anything having to do with strength and coordination. His favorites are circle time and story time. He is captivated by them songs and the instructor. Kai (8) would have never sat for that long or kept his eye gaze at the teacher for that long!
Since he still not walking it is really tiring to take him from rotation to rotation all day. The program runs for 4 hours twice weekly. Parents are required to be there the entire time. It is tiring for me because a lot of times he is working with the teacher and I end up just sitting there. I am sucking it up because the program is nicely run and has so much potential to change Quinn's life!For everything I did not get with Kai, life is throwing me a bone (somewhat) and offering Quinn (23ms) so many amazing opportunities.
In addition, we are still doing physical therapy 2x a week, occupational therapy 2x a week and speech 1x. Psychiatric sessions for me are daily! Just kidding, that's what blogging is for right?
Fly on over and follow my buzz on Twitter! @asdqueenbee
He did not cry on his first day. He was smiling and waving at everyone, super happy! He transitioned beautifully and had great eye contact with all his teachers. The 2nd day was tougher on him. He was still a good sport but a lot more hesitant during the 2nd half of his day. This week he did great. In table tasks, which is puzzles and fine motor skills, he seemed to be less resistant. His weaker areas are anything having to do with strength and coordination. His favorites are circle time and story time. He is captivated by them songs and the instructor. Kai (8) would have never sat for that long or kept his eye gaze at the teacher for that long!
Since he still not walking it is really tiring to take him from rotation to rotation all day. The program runs for 4 hours twice weekly. Parents are required to be there the entire time. It is tiring for me because a lot of times he is working with the teacher and I end up just sitting there. I am sucking it up because the program is nicely run and has so much potential to change Quinn's life!For everything I did not get with Kai, life is throwing me a bone (somewhat) and offering Quinn (23ms) so many amazing opportunities.
In addition, we are still doing physical therapy 2x a week, occupational therapy 2x a week and speech 1x. Psychiatric sessions for me are daily! Just kidding, that's what blogging is for right?
Fly on over and follow my buzz on Twitter! @asdqueenbee
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