All about Nathan

After a big morning with Nathan's first bus ride, we headed to Ranken Jordan for aqua therapy.  The last few weeks the pool has been closed due to construction, so we have been doing PT on land.  It actually worked out because both Nathan's and Andrew's therapists have been able to concentrate on stretching and exercises. 

Nathan has been doing GREAT in his walker and it's already time for a new one!!  We can't believe how fast he is growing and needing new equipment :)  Nathan was measured today at therapy and we should have his new walker in a couple of weeks.  AND, tomorrow Nathan will be casted for new orthotics...I tell you he is growing like a weed!!

So, I posted a couple of weeks ago that we were able to reconvene to discuss Nathan's placement in the Fall.  That meeting didn't go as well as Steve and I had hoped it would and since then have been researching what more we could do for Nathan, if anything.  Well, we found out that unfortunately advocating for your child is a PROCESS and seems to be one that will be never-ending.  Good thing we are in this for the long-haul and know that we will do whatever we need to in order to get Nathan what he needs and deserves. 

After much discussion with many professionals, we decided to write a letter to Parkway stating our concerns, documenting areas of improvement as well as progress and AGAIN asking for them to meet Nathan's needs.  I couldn't believe that documenting our situation and concerns in writing would make the difference.  A couple of days after sending the letter, we were told that we would meet again to discuss our options.  As frustrating as this is, at least we are finally being heard and hope that we are able to get Nathan in the best environment for school as possible.  We are looking forward to getting this meeting scheduled and ultimately put behind us!!