April 25, 2012

I found the comments from my previous post to be helpful in finding more places that families of children with disabilities can go to for help. I believe that literature is always a great way to research and find out more information on any topic. Although literature may not always give you the answer, you can always refer to other books; therefore, coming up with your own comments and conclusion on the topic. I actually just finished reading the book Jamie: A Literacy Story for a class assignment. I found the book to be very powerful, and would recommend it not only to families of children with disabilities but, to future teachers who may come into a situation that they may not be familiar with. I also looked up the Kelly O’Leary Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. I had absolutely no idea that such a prestigious, elite place was located here in our city of Cincinnati. They provide different services for families and provide opportunities for parents and children to learn how to deal with and adjust to their child’s disability. The center provides an opportunity for families to get some answers and a better understanding of what Autism Spectrum Disorder is. My goal over the weekend is to further research more conventions or groups that families can attend in order to get a better understanding of their child’s disability. I believe that one of the first steps to helping your child is to understand your child. I want to be able to help any family I come in contact with, in the future, find the help they need.  

Kelly O'Leary Center: http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/service/k/autism/about/ 

Jamie: A Literacy Story:  http://www.amazon.com/Jamie-Diane-Parker/dp/157110058X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335377979&sr=8-1