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Mother praises local program as lifesaving for children with autism
Summary
A parent testifying at the meeting described her 7-year-old twins with autism and said the program made them excited to attend school, and that staff communication and safety were key improvements.
A mother who spoke at the meeting described the emotional difference the new program has made for her 7-year-old identical twins with autism. "They are my 7 year old identical twins. They have autism," she said, and described the children as "so intelligent and so creative" and noted that renewed excitement for school marked a clear improvement from previous routines.
The parent thanked program staff and community supporters, saying the service was "desperately needed in our community" and noting many children had previously traveled elsewhere to receive appropriate services. She described improved communication with staff and the children's willingness to attend school: when she asked if her children had fun, they answered, "yeah," and when she asked if they would go to school the next day, they said, "yeah." The remarks emphasized family confidence and the program's immediate emotional and practical benefits.
