Devan's World
Description: We watched as Early Intervention helped bring our son back into our world.
Charity: autismspeaks
Author: Michelle Kaley
Credits: Five for Fighting, Unique Prints
Views: 3115
Posted: 5/05/07 8:19 AM
Tags:
autism autistic devan early intervention
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Comments:
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Thanks for the great video. We are the proud parents of a 4 1/2 year old autistic son. He is the love of our lives! Early Intervention really is working miracles, and so is having a pre-school that is accepting of children with autism challenges. Thanks for helping me realize that we are not alone in trying to teach other people that children who are autistic are capable of amazing things!
C. Smith
posted by CSmith on 5/11/07 1:55: PM
Hi Michelle,
Your video on Devon is very touching. Thank you for reaching out to us when we were initially concerned about Jacob. I agree that early intervention is key. We still have our bad days and some good days. Our love and prayers are with you.
posted by Carrie Fesili on 5/09/07 9:20: PM
Hi Michelle,
posted by Carrie Fesili on 5/09/07 9:17: PM
our son has autism. he has been removed from school because where we live the schools do not want these kids.
posted by lisa on 5/09/07 8:09: PM
Thank You, For sharing such a beautiful video. As a special education assistant, I have seen Diets Rubs, injections, pills, hyper-baric therapy and many more cures come and go But early intervention is the Key.
posted by Ronda Sp.Ed.Asst. on 5/09/07 5:44: PM
We want to thank all of you for supporting Devan and Autism Speaks! We are overwhelmed by the out pouring of love and support we have recieved! For those of you who have requested more information on Devan and the programs and therapies he has received you can contact me at michellekaley@yahoo.com. Thank you!
posted by Michelle Kaley (Devan's Mom) on 5/09/07 2:49: PM
Keep up the great work. Pat
posted by Patrick Slattery on 5/09/07 2:11: PM
Our son Danny has been diagnosed with PDD/NOS and goes to school with Devan. I am so thankful for the PPCD program and especially that Danny & Devan seem to be such close "buddies" in a world where his only close relationships were previously with family adults.
Danny loves watching the pictures of Devan on the computer over & over. We'd love to get together with you this summer!
posted by Kelley on 5/09/07 1:11: PM
Wow, how inspiring! Thanks for sharing Devan and your family with us. Yes, early intervention is key! So, is Acceptance. I love your attitude. We are ALL Perfect. God Bless You!
posted by Gahana on 5/09/07 9:43: AM
I'm a mom of an autistic boy you never give up hope and you take one day at a time.I loved your video Thank you for shareing it sure touched a soft spot in my heart.......God Bless
posted by Debbie on 5/09/07 9:36: AM
Very sad and emotional but moving. I know someone that has autism and I feel very sad for them.
posted by Zack on 5/09/07 8:18: AM
Great video, it helps explain so much that words just can't. I love the picture of him and his future wife. She still asks about him daily. She really misses him. Hopefully we can get them together soon.
posted by Rachel on 5/08/07 9:22: PM
Beautiful video- We have 2 autistic children in our family- these children are so lovingly special. Early intervention is the only way to begin a life for these children. God Bless!
posted by Debbie(Debdej) on 5/08/07 6:49: PM
Keep working hard for Devan and so will we...Love from New Jersey, a mom, an auntie, a teacher, a helping hand whenever possible...for children living with Autism
posted by New Jersey seeweedz on 5/08/07 1:32: PM
Keep working hard for Devan and so will we...Love from New Jersey, a mom, an auntie, a teacher, a helping hand whenever possible...for children living with Autism
posted by New Jersey seeweedz on 5/08/07 1:31: PM
I have worked with autistic children and celebrate their contributions to the classroom! I was moved by this touching video and promise to share it with other faculty members...God Bless Devan and all of those like him!
posted by Robin Mounts on 5/08/07 11:31: AM
Getting people to hear and understand is probably the greatest challenge you face. We were sent here by Omega Squad of livevideo.com.
We will pass it on.
posted by VidHits1 on 5/08/07 8:49: AM
Best wishes to you, all autistic children and the special work this site supports. Thank you for promoting awareness & education of this often misunderstood subject. JB
posted by JB on 5/08/07 7:55: AM
Love and prayers to Devan his Family and every other child and family going through autism. What a powerful video.
posted by Beth on 5/08/07 7:47: AM
Thank you for an informative video! I have worked with autistic individuals, have found them as intelligent and emotional as any of us, but different in some ways that I struggled to relate to. This video helped see this condition in a new light.
posted by Idaho on 5/12/07 12:49: AM