As soon as her doctors approve her medications to the new school, Brittney will start at the Burkett Center this week. It's a school for people with developmental disabilities.
Today, Brittney, mom and aunt visited the school and got a chance to meet the staff and take a tour of the school. Initially mom was nervous and very emotional but the staff quickly made her feel comfortable and at ease that Brittney would get the best of care.
During the meeting with the staff, Brittney was very engaging. The very first thing the principal said to mom is, "We've seen miracles." This statement was very encouraging as we all know that Brittney is a miracle.
As the therapist evaluated her in the meeting, Brittney responded with shaking and nodding her head, making certain noises and doing certain facial expressions as her way of communicating.
One of mom's biggest concerns was that the therapist did not give up on helping Brittney regardless of the rate of progress she makes. They assured her that their goal is for Brittney's educational rehabilitation which includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy. This means that each day she'll receive these rehabilitation services. Our prayer is that Brittney is responsive, receptive and that she retains everything she learns as a result.
During the meeting, Brittney became very agitated. But when Mrs. Foy walked into the room and started talking to her, Brittney immediately calmed down and took to her right away. Because of this interaction, the principal made Mrs. Foy Brittney's teacher. It was amazing to see how Brittney responded to her.
It was amazing the love we felt at the Burkett Center. We could tell that the staff really love their jobs and they love making a difference in the lives of the families they serve. Before we could even get out of the classroom, one teacher's aid was already making Brittney a pink name tage (as she'll be the only girl in her class of eight).
Today's meeting offered additional hope to the family. Although our faith is in God as Brittney's ultimate healer, we trust that God sends people to assist in the healing process. We have a feeling that not only will they make a difference in Brittney's life, but she will make an impact in theirs as well.
Please join us in continued prayer for this phase in Brittney road to recovery.
Sincerely,
-The Williams Family
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My name is Deaquelynn Williams, and I am the aunt and full-time caregiver of my niece, Brittney Williams. In 2009, when Brittney turned 18, ...
Brittney was a student of mine at Shades Valley and words can't express how much she is missed by the faculty and students. When it was decided that Burkett would be the best place for her to go to school, I was very sad that she would not be at Shades Valley and I could not be a part of her recovery/education. Two days later my sister in law got a teaching job at Burkett! It has been such a relief to hear great things about her new school and knowing she will be in good hands. We are all praying for Brittney and we will continue to monitor her progress.
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