Autism programs focus on early intervention
Toledo Blade
Lily Lyons was reading books while still in her crib, but speech continues to mostly elude the 3 1/2-year-old Toledo girl.Although Lily didn’t speak a word before enrolling in Mercy Children’s Hospital’s intensive preschool for autistic children in April, she now talks some – and uses a specialized picture book to communicate with her family. Her twin brother, Luke, who also is autistic and attends the same preschool, has advanced from speaking a few words to talking in complete sentences.
Such progress helps show that intensive early intervention is critical for those with autism, a developmental disability that can affect communication and behavior in varying degrees.
Lily and Luke were diagnosed shortly after turning 2 and were enrolled in Mercy’s Clinic Home Intensive Program in hopes of improving their education.
via toledoblade.com — The Blade ~ Toledo Ohio.
Posted on March 8, 2010 | No Comments | Category: Autism | Tags: Autism, children with Autism, Ohio
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