While we all share some basic needs for things like food and shelter, some face each day with more specific needs and challenges. Amy (2000) is among those that have amazingly made it through while facing more special needs and challenges than most.
Amy (2000) is developmentally delayed and diagnosed with profound mental retardation, cerebral palsy and scoliosis. In spite of all this, she has persevered through much and is determined to live life to her fullest capacity.
Because of her medical condition and developmental delays, Amy is unable to communicate verbally and is non-ambulatory. She can, however, walk while assisted and can feed herself with a little help. Amy particularly enjoys music and playing with toy instruments and this kind of musical expression is one way that Amy interacts with the world around her.
Children with such special needs as Amy's may not be able to engage with others in traditional ways and greatly benefit from family environments that are able to function "outside the box" as needed to provide for and support the growth of someone like Amy.
There is training and services available for families who are able to see a youth like Amy as part of their home and family.
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:26 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:26:58 GMT
It's a simple question, and those in the education reform movement say there's a simple answer: special interests.As LAUSD agrees to pay out 30 million dollars to the families victimized.
It's a simple question, and those in the education reform movement say there's a simple answer: special interests. As LAUSD agrees to pay out 30 million dollars to the families victimized.
For someone so young, this week's Wednesday's Child has a broad range of interests. Born in 2001, Jeremy has a love for dinosaurs, contemporary art and sports of all kinds.
For someone so young, this week's Wednesday's Child has a broad range of interests. Born in 2001, Jeremy has a love for dinosaurs, contemporary art and sports of all kinds.
Thursday, May 23 2013 2:11 AM EDT2013-05-23 06:11:46 GMT
The World's #1 DJ & five time number one position holder in the critically acclaimed DJ Mag's Top 100 poll, Armin van Buuren is a Dutch Electronic Dance Music Artist.
The World's #1 DJ & five time number one position holder in the critically acclaimed DJ Mag's Top 100 poll, Armin van Buuren is a Dutch Electronic Dance Music Artist. Armin sat down with FOX 11's Pablo Pereira recently to talk about his passion for music and his new album, 'Intense'.
Friday, May 17 2013 2:28 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:28:28 GMT
When is a bullet train… not a bullet train? KTTV Vice President and General Manager Kevin Hale shows you why even major High Speed Rail supporters.. are now changing their minds… in this P-O-V.
When is a bullet train… not a bullet train? KTTV Vice President and General Manager Kevin Hale shows you why even major High Speed Rail supporters.. are now changing their minds… in this P-O-V.
For someone so young, this week's Wednesday's Child has a broad range of interests. Born in 2001, Jeremy has a love for dinosaurs, contemporary art and sports of all kinds.
For someone so young, this week's Wednesday's Child has a broad range of interests. Born in 2001, Jeremy has a love for dinosaurs, contemporary art and sports of all kinds.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:00 AM EDT2013-05-16 05:00:23 GMT
Quwendarous – who prefers to be called "Q" – is a bright, active and outgoing kid who loves basketball and playing outdoors. Q also likes to go bike riding but didn't currently have a bike.
Quwendarous – who prefers to be called "Q" – is a bright, active and outgoing kid who loves basketball and playing outdoors. Q also likes to go bike riding but didn't currently have a bike.
Thursday, May 9 2013 3:00 AM EDT2013-05-09 07:00:04 GMT
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] Heaven is a healthy, creative and outgoing young girl with a warm smile. She also has an affinity for animals and an adventurous spirit that likes to explore new things.
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] Heaven is a healthy, creative and outgoing young girl with a warm smile. She also has an affinity for animals and an adventurous spirit that likes to explore new things.
Thursday, May 2 2013 1:00 AM EDT2013-05-02 05:00:09 GMT
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] Ryan is a thoughtful and loyal kid…loyal to those in his life and to his favorite sports teams! Ryan is active and already loves to play basketball and soccer.
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] Ryan is a thoughtful and loyal kid…loyal to those in his life and to his favorite sports teams! Ryan is active and already loves to play basketball and soccer.
Livni (1996) is a bright, sweet and mild-mannered teen with a knack for math, interest in the arts, and an inclination to learn about and try random and diverse things.
Livni (1996) is a bright, sweet and mild-mannered teen with a knack for math, interest in the arts, and an inclination to learn about and try random and diverse things. So when seeking out something unique for Livni to experience, we wound up at Milena's Boutique in Alhambra, California where she could learn about and try her hand at soy candles – in some of the over 200 scents available.
Alexandra (1998) is a lovely young lady who is into clothes and accessories and was ready to jump on the chance to get some wardrobe tips and feedback from professionals.
Alexandra (1998) is a lovely young lady who is into clothes and accessories and was ready to jump on the chance to get some wardrobe tips and feedback from professionals in the field while pulling together a new head-to-toe (or at least a neck-to-toe) outfit. Alexandra's new casual-look options included shoes by Crocs, denim by Frankie B and jewelry by Charmed Circle.
Jesus (2000) is a handsome, resilient young boy who – in addition to building things from Legos and playing video games – likes animals, and would like to someday have his own cat.
Jesus (2000) is a handsome, resilient young boy who – in addition to building things from Legos and playing video games – likes animals, and would like to someday have his own cat.
Sierra (2001) is a down-to-earth and friendly girl who engages and draws you in to see the world from her eyes. Sierra had a tougher start in life than most children.
Sierra (2001) is a down-to-earth and friendly girl who engages and draws you in to see the world from her eyes. Sierra had a tougher start in life than most children.
A music video in the making for the song "Imminent" soon to be released on iTunes. We know the aspiring hip hop artist as Jamal from Wednesday's Child.
A music video in the making for the song "Imminent" soon to be released on iTunes. We know the aspiring hip hop artist as Jamal from Wednesday's Child.
While all of our children need and deserve care and attention, there are some kids who need a bit extra – and Steven is one such child.
While all of our children need and deserve care and attention, there are some kids who need a bit extra – and Steven is one such child. Having some special medical needs doesn't mean Steven isn't interactive, and he showed us just how engaging he is!
