PLEASE DON’T STOP THE MUSIC CHANGING LIVES ONE CHILD AT A TIME Amy Spawn writes: I love what I do. For over two decades, I have had the pleasure of watching how The Warren Center staff and supporters come together with one common goal in mind: helping children with developmental delays and disabilities reach their full potential. Sometimes I describe us as an orchestra, each one coming together with their unique skills and abilities to
Success in Communication Through Expertise at The Warren Center When a child has difficulty communicating, it can feel unnerving for a parent to determine how to give the child a fighting chance for success. And when there is a secondary language barrier, these difficulties can feel even more unsettling. As Esmeralda Sanchez saw that her son, Gadiel, faced challenges during the first five months in his life that could affect communication from the start, she
The Pain of Separation Anyone who has experienced anxiety knows the telltale signs. The feeling that ranges from stomach churning and shortness of breath to heart pounding and even spontaneous tears. Given these visceral and stressful signs, one can imagine the impact that extreme anxiety could have on early childhood development. One such example of the difficulty in managing this condition is the case of Ira Akash. It would take the strength of experts to
One of the most familiar sayings is that “Home is where the heart is.” However, when home is an ocean away, that statement feels even more poignant and real. As an expatriate, Ursula Wagner left everything behind in her native Poland. While Ursula has now made her home in the Dallas area, her entire family still lives in Poland. This means that when her son, David, received a diagnosis of Down syndrome, the need for
Patience Pays Off For Progress A big part of The Warren Center’s mission is to do what is best for this child AND this family. Because of you and your generosity, we are able to provide individualized therapy services and support for children like Terrell and his mom Kesha. Terrell started receiving Special Skills Training (SST) services through teletherapy for language and behavior concerns in October 2020. SST supports development across domains with an emphasis
Does your child have meltdowns when you change from one activity to another? Do you have trouble getting your child to follow a regular schedule? Consistent routines and rules help create order and structure your day. Things go more smoothly when you and your child know what to expect. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have put together just the right guides for your family to create the rules and structure so that you
