Parent Perspectives

Here are just a few of the many testimonials we receive each year:

“When someone suggested I look into receiving Early Intervention services for my son, I was unsure of how exactly I felt about the process. My son was nearly two and clearly not speaking, happy, but not talking. I thought it was the right thing to do and so I made the initial phone call. The woman on the phone was very nice. I felt like she knew it was a difficult call to make. I appreciated the warm sound to her voice. She told me she would set up a home visit. They were very warm and kind but I was extremely nervous. What would they think of my parenting? Was I doing everything wrong? I knew how to love my son but no, he wasn’t able to dress himself, not even his shoes. The group was very gentle; I believe they knew how intimidating this process could be. Overall it was difficult to learn just how far my child was behind his ‘peers.’ Nicholas began receiving services from a therapist as well as attending a weekly playgroup. The weekly home visits quickly became a highlight of my week. The therapist helped make the entire process of teaching a toddler more bearable. She helped me set realistic expectations for my son. I became a better mother because of her. My daughter now receives Early Intervention and is thriving. Not necessarily speaking yet, but I am not worried; I have Early Intervention on my team! Thank you so very much for all of your efforts, care and concern. Your love for the children is greatly appreciated.”

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“Looking back on our three years of involvement, what strikes me most was how caring and tender each EI staff member was with my child. All these people were offering suggestions, working with my family, and trying to help me mold/create a successful little person. I went from being confused and sometimes angry, to be being grateful. Several of these talented people went from being total strangers, to being trusted members of my extended family. And on the days when my son had a breakthrough or achieved a milestone, I honestly think the folks working with us were almost as excited as I was!”

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“As parents we have been given a challenge in meeting the needs of our son not only emotionally but physically and Thom Anne Sullivan Center has helped to put both our lives and our son’s life in a more clear perspective and we sincerely thank you all for this. Words cannot express how thankful we are to have had the opportunity to have had your services available to us.”

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“Our family appreciates all the good work, time and patience that was given to our son. Our time with the therapist has been the most caring, supportive, educational and understanding time.”

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“As you guide the kids along with exercises and routines, you are also teaching the adults. Many of the parents will watch you like a hawk, as I did, and ask for suggestions of what to do with the kids when you aren’t there. Therein lies the real magic: the magic of empowering the parents by giving them tools and resources to help their children. I went from feeling powerless by the circumstances under which my child was born, to feeling powerful by the knowledge of how to specifically help my son.”

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