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1, Issue 1 Spring 2006 |
Welcome
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Welcome
to our first Edition, and
Megan’s Story….
At eight months, Megan was diagnosed with a mild hearing loss. That’s when the audiologist said, “but that is just the tip of the iceberg.” A few months later, Megan was diagnosed as developmentally delayed, and began a journey of classes, therapies, and special education programs. At age six, she was known to have autism, and now at age 22, Megan is non-verbal and developed to the skill level of a three year old.
Megan has spent her lifetime involved in music, literature and art. She has been cycling, sailing, snow sledding and horseback riding, but her love for sports is found in the water. At 16, she began participating in Special Olympics swimming events.
Megan’s Story….
At eight months, Megan was diagnosed with a mild hearing loss. That’s when the audiologist said, “but that is just the tip of the iceberg.” A few months later, Megan was diagnosed as developmentally delayed, and began a journey of classes, therapies, and special education programs. At age six, she was known to have autism, and now at age 22, Megan is non-verbal and developed to the skill level of a three year old.
Megan has spent her lifetime involved in music, literature and art. She has been cycling, sailing, snow sledding and horseback riding, but her love for sports is found in the water. At 16, she began participating in Special Olympics swimming events.
Weekly
swim practice with her mom, teachers, or coach brings a smile to her face…
a smile that melts your heart. Megan now swims multiple laps of the pool,
puts her face in the water and enjoys floating on her back. Megan
expresses herself as she swims, and will continue to make strides in swimming
through her lifelong learning.
This story is shared with our readers, to provide an understanding of Megan’s Crossing mission to be “a residential community for lifelong learning, in a supportive setting for adults with cognitive/physical impairments.” It is not in Megan’s best interest to stay in her home with one caretaker for 24 hours a day. Rather, Megan needs a healthy and safe living environment with appropriate opportunities for abilities centered training, employment, guidance and personal growth. As a parent, we all want the best for our children. When the right time comes, Megan’s Crossing is the answer for us.
This story is shared with our readers, to provide an understanding of Megan’s Crossing mission to be “a residential community for lifelong learning, in a supportive setting for adults with cognitive/physical impairments.” It is not in Megan’s best interest to stay in her home with one caretaker for 24 hours a day. Rather, Megan needs a healthy and safe living environment with appropriate opportunities for abilities centered training, employment, guidance and personal growth. As a parent, we all want the best for our children. When the right time comes, Megan’s Crossing is the answer for us.
Karen Dydek