We see results in the children we work with every day. A child, who has never spoken before, speaks. Children who have been unresponsive suddenly begin to smile and interact. Those who were unable to walk or hold things in their hands are assisted through therapies until they are able to join in play with others.

Each child with special needs has an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). These results are measured with the IEPs. All therapies employed and progresses made are recorded in this plan. The plan is reviewed on a regular basis in order to make any modifications necessary to ensure the child reaches their maximum developmental capacity. The children at our site consistently achieve over the expected outcomes on their IEPs. The parents are given the opportunity of realizing their own dreams for their children with disabilities, that they become the best they can be.


TREVOR O’HARE: LIASONS

Trevor O’Hare was born with Fragile X Syndrome. As a result of this genetic disorder, Trevor faces many challenges including, possible mental delays, language comprehension deficits , aggression, a lack in motor planning, poor fine motor skills, impaired social skills and autism.

Trevor has attended the Space Coast Early Intervention Center since the age of 15 months. When he first began, Trevor was non-verbal and could not establish relationships.

He acted aggressively out of frustration and could not control his body enough to engage his mind. His days were filled with tears and anger. Now, Trevor now speaks in full sentences, can recite his ABC’s, knows colors, interacts with his peers, has friends and formed healthy relationships with many adults. His aggression has been replaced by a child who is enjoying playing with friends, learning new concepts and is enjoying social successes that seemed like a remote possibility.

At SCEIC, we adhere to the established fact that imitation is the basis for all learning. Trevor learns by mimicking the behavior of others, which is why a inclusive environment such as SCEIC is ideal. Trevor and his friends benefit further from the Future Educator program that includes over 250 local high school, college and nursing students. Collaborations with other fine, caring groups as Brevard Public Schools, Florida Tech, Brevard Community College, and other service providers enable our youth and young adults to also have role models for their perspective careers.

Our new facility will enable other educators to come and see what, how, where and when we work with a wide variety of children in one setting because of the wide diversity in the disabilities represented in our programs. With our best practice model of in-class therapies, we have all learned the methods, accommodations and strategies that have made a dramatic difference in the quality of life for Trevor and his family. We believe that others can work successfully with young children with disabilities if they can see an example and know where to aim for success.

LOGAN EISING

Logan Eising started at Space Coast Early Intervention Center from his conception! His sisters were role model students in our program. Born three months premature, there were severe complications including the collapse of both of his lungs—soon after he was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy from a resulting brain bleed. At 18 months, He could not stand, sit or feed himself unaided. This family faced grave circumstances. SCEIC supported this family in many ways.

SCEIC has found that parents who have taken this journey face many challenges. Often times families are not available to help with the depression, feelings of being overwhelmed and inadequacy. The new facility for SCEIC will have space for supporting groups of parents. As parents approach our entrance they will see a front porch—devoted to the comfort , relaxation and social supports for families. IT will have rocking chairs and places for chatting and sharing a cup of coffee together. SCEIC believes and supports parents and networking to expand their knowledge for resources, ideas and social fun.

Logan’s mother watched and participated in the programs at SCEIC. She was a highly valued parent volunteer. She made the decision to become a teacher and is now a successful employee for Brevard Public Schools.

Logan is now a successful student in second grade.

ANDREW MCNEIGHT

Andrew was one of the first graduates at SCEIC. He was born with hydrocephalus, a condition that resulted in permanent damage to his eyesight, and poor muscle tone to the left side of his body. When Andrew first enrolled at SCEIC, the staff assessed him to be approximately a year behind his peers in both gross and fine motor skills. HE immediately blossomed under the individualized intensive therapy program determined by the center and soon began to close the gap of his developmental delays. Andrew’s years at SCEIC were full of new and exciting adventures each day. His formative years at SCEIC prepared him well for success. He graduated from Melbourne Central Catholic and is currently enrolled at the University of Central Florida where he studies hospitality management.

Andrew is a shining example of how focused early intervention can make gigantic differences in the life of a child and the insure the maximum development of a child’s potential