I knew Siena was having learning problems when she did not responded to her name. After an ECI evaluation a bunch of test, last summer at 18 months old Siena was diagnosed with autism. All my dreams as a parent were falling apart, I did not know what to do or where to start, but I wanted to help her right away. After checking insurance coverage I was hopeless. ECI and their amazing team put together a plan and with the help of BRENT WOODALL FUNDATION and her teachers at the daycare where I work too, in just a couple of months Siena started to make baby steps and those baby steps are getting stronger. From non verbal, poor eye contact, banging toys all day, no pointing or clapping or just not followed a simple instruction to recognize ALL the ABC's, colors, shapes numbers 1to 12, playing with toys and label over a 100 things (animals, objects)
Is not easy, is a everyday challenge and We know we have a long way to go but the combination of early intervention, hard work, the amazing team (teachers, ECI and Brent woodall) the dedication, LOVE, hope and the most important one believe in Siena is making things easier.
took me not long time to understand GOD choose me because He knew it Siena need a special parent because she is a special gift, so a feel very special!
Thank you for taking your time to read our story full of hope and remember we are not alone, we have to help each other to put ALL THE PUZZLE PIECES TOGETHER.
Maria
Frisco, TX