"My Own Capacity"

Children with or at risk for special needs fuels my passion and specifically early detection and early intervention, shocker there!! I feel it is vital for parents, pediatricians, caregivers, and educators to be aware of the warning signs and be expeditious with seeking screenings and evaluations so that the child can benefit from intervention as soon as possible so that they will have the opportunity to develop to the fullest potential. The skills I possess that contribute and that I can incorporate into my advocacy efforts include first and foremost my passion, vision, empathy and compassion for children and their families. I also have effective communication skills; not being afraid to speak up; knowledge of the issue and/or the ability to utilize resources to gain it; problem solving; negotiation; decision making; endurance and consistency. I hope to grow in knowledge by staying abreast of current issues, identifying the stakeholders and developing skills to be a leader.