September 17th Update
Some good things have been happening recently that we are very excited about!
On September 7th Matthew had an appointment and evaluation at the Assistive Technology Evaluation Center in Columbia to see about possible resources that might be available, especially devices that help with communication. Matthew was tested with several different systems, and there were great results with a touch-screen computer. Puzzles were put on the screen to see what Matthew might be able to do. With some he had to drag the 'piece' to its correct location, and he had no trouble putting several of them together. Pictures can be put on the screen to do things such as turning lights or a radio on or off. Also, a keyboard screen can be used for messages, and Matthew did type out his name with assistance from Mom. As a result of the evaluation, Matthew qualified for his own touch-screen computer system, which should be ready in about eight weeks.
Matthew is vocalizing more and forming consonant sounds. One day at therapy, it sounded like he attempted to say "bye" to his mother. The family is noticing more cognitive abilities as Matthew is coming off some of his medications, so this is another great sign.
The therapy Matthew has been receiving at ResCare will now be supplemented by therapy at Bothwell Hospital in Sedalia--there are days the therapists aren't available at ResCare, and this will fill in the gaps. The whole family is excited that Matthew will have further therapy during the week.
In response to the question regarding sending funds for Matthew's needs,the address is still: Matthew Kurz Medical Fund, c/o Citizens-Farmers Bank
P.O. Box 219 Cole Camp, MO 65325
Many thanks for your continued prayers, support, and encouragement!
Joel Kurz (Matthew's Uncle), filling in for a swamped Rachel Asburry
On September 7th Matthew had an appointment and evaluation at the Assistive Technology Evaluation Center in Columbia to see about possible resources that might be available, especially devices that help with communication. Matthew was tested with several different systems, and there were great results with a touch-screen computer. Puzzles were put on the screen to see what Matthew might be able to do. With some he had to drag the 'piece' to its correct location, and he had no trouble putting several of them together. Pictures can be put on the screen to do things such as turning lights or a radio on or off. Also, a keyboard screen can be used for messages, and Matthew did type out his name with assistance from Mom. As a result of the evaluation, Matthew qualified for his own touch-screen computer system, which should be ready in about eight weeks.
Matthew is vocalizing more and forming consonant sounds. One day at therapy, it sounded like he attempted to say "bye" to his mother. The family is noticing more cognitive abilities as Matthew is coming off some of his medications, so this is another great sign.
The therapy Matthew has been receiving at ResCare will now be supplemented by therapy at Bothwell Hospital in Sedalia--there are days the therapists aren't available at ResCare, and this will fill in the gaps. The whole family is excited that Matthew will have further therapy during the week.
In response to the question regarding sending funds for Matthew's needs,the address is still: Matthew Kurz Medical Fund, c/o Citizens-Farmers Bank
P.O. Box 219 Cole Camp, MO 65325
Many thanks for your continued prayers, support, and encouragement!
Joel Kurz (Matthew's Uncle), filling in for a swamped Rachel Asburry
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