Dawson–doing some homework!

Jody Shelton — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:23:59 +0000

Dawson working on his colors

Dawson getting letters A-F!!!!

Watching Dawson—the light bulbs are coming on!

Jody Shelton — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 17:33:04 +0000

When we first were told Dawson had autism we thought he would never be able to truly function in the real world. There was a time that Dawson could hardly understand anything we said. However, with so many people working together Dawson understands so many amazing things. For instance when you see on these videos Dawson picking the right picture like shoes, hat, car… that enables us to tell him what we are doing or where we are going and he understands and follows our prompts. This translates to an easier life for us and cognitive growth on Dawson’s part.

The hardest part of this process is that ABA therapy is NOT covered by insurance. Every hour of Dawson’s therapy has come from wonderful people giving sacrificially to help him become who he is today. All I can say to those who have helped is you are truly a blessing not only to Dawson but to all of us. Words cannot express how much we thank you. Every month is a new venture to pray that God provides for Dawson through people from all over. If you would like to make a donation for Dawson’s therapy and expenses you can do so here. If you would rather send a check make it payable to Mount Zion Baptist Church with “Shelton Fund” in the memo line. Please understand any gift you give to Dawson is a tax deduction. We greatly appreciate your help and you will now see in these 3 video clips how far Dawson has come. Thanks Again.

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Dawson–doing some homework!

Watching Dawson—the light bulbs are coming on!