Debbie took Jessie to her 3rd Art Class. Today they painted with various colors. Unfortunately, Jessie did a lot of gagging, but managed to paint her board. I'm proud of her for trying. They did have to give her another plate and only gave her a small amount of each color, rather than a huge glob. I think that would make anyone want to throw up!
After class I met Debbie, Jessie, Brent, his aide, Megan, and his Mom, Diane, for lunch at McDonald's. Brent and Jessie have known one another for over 20 years. They went to elementary school together, and I've known Diane for about that length of time. They lived in the Havel Elementary attendance area and her other son attended Havel when I worked there. Brent is wheelchair bound and unable to speak. He has the most beautiful smile. It is because of his mom that there are Adaptive Gym and Art classes at the MTRC. Searching the community for educational and fun things to do for your special needs adult child turns up almost nothing. Especially inexpensive activities, as most special needs adults do not have money to spend on these classes. She is currently looking for ways for people/companies/churches to help support this program financially so that more special needs adults can attend. Way to go, Diane!
Debbie took pictures of Jess during the class but I forgot to pick out a couple to post. I'll have to post them later.
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