His teachers quickly identified some difficulties with social skills and language. Tristan was assessed by our early intervention team and received therapy services in his classroom. At age three, our team helped him transition to a part day public school program where he could continue his therapy. In the afternoons, he continued to come to the Child Development Program.

Tristan has blossomed with this team approach, and over the years he has made tremendous gains. Today, eight-year-old Tristan attends public school and is included in our after school program, where he enjoys blowing bubbles and playing with marbles. He has learned to interact in positive ways with his peers, and is able to participate in fun art and science projects in our summer camp program. The Child Development Program is Tristan’s home base, where he feels safe and accepted and he always knows what to expect.