People Who Are Caregivers

posted 08/29/2009, comment (1)

support group in Northern VA (Woodbridge area)?

Is there anyone out there that lives near Woodbridge, Virginia who has been diagnosed with VCFS?  My 14 yr old daughter was diagnosed with VCFS when she was 8yrs old.  She is now starting to ask questions about it and about why she is not in a regular classroom.  Luckily she didn't have any of the physical challenges that is common... Read more

posted 08/14/2009, comment (1)

Eunice Shriver's dedication lives on daily

I remember when I was younger reading books on the Kennedy family and being especially interested in Rosemary and what she had gone through.  I didn't know then that I would have a child who would have the same difficulties that Rosemary had while she was growing up.  I remember reading one particular story about Rosemary, this was... Read more

posted 08/12/2009, comments (3)

Eunice Kennedy Shriver's Faithful Service

Thirty-five years ago, a friend of mine gave birth to a girl with Down Syndrome and immediately put her in an institution. Everyone sympathized. My friend did the right thing, we all believed, not exposing her family to the shame of a damaged child. It was the proper way to deal with the situation.   Eunice Kennedy Shriver, who died Tuesday... Read more

posted 06/07/2009, comments (7)

I'm the mother of an autistic daughter.

I'm also trying to learn to blog, so be patient with me! As I get used to doing whatever it is I'm doing, I'll get to know you better.

posted 06/02/2009, comments (2)

Looking for supports in SECT.

I am looking for families in Southeastern Ct. to begin a support group for children with VCFS.  Anyone out there?