Genevieve was born at Las Palmas. She was diagnosed with Down Syndrome and had to have heart surgery shortly after birth. ECI therapists and early intervention specialists have been working with Genevieve on improving her fine motor skills, by flipping pages in a book, working on textures, and pointing and releasing objects. "Without ECI I would not have known what I know now. I would worry about how she is developing without ECI services. She uses her hands a lot more now, and is crawling faster! ECI staff are like mentors for children with disabilities."
-Genevieve Wade, 19 months

Dr. Zabanol referred Luis to ECI for a medical diagnosis known as torticollis (a tightening of the neck muscles that causes the head to tilt to one side). Initially Luis was receiving physicial therapy every week. Once symptoms stopped interfering with his movement we were able to reduce him to twice a month. "Now he is moving forward in his development. If I would not have gotten him help when I did, it would have held him back in many areas."
-Luis Alvarado 9 months

Mizar was born with atresia and microtia. He was referred early to ECI and a local audiologist, and was fitted with a Baja hearing aid. He is now able to hear very well! When mom found out about ECI services for her son, she was quick to let her sisters know about the program for their children. As sisters, they help each other with their kids. They work on the techniques they are taught by ECI to help their children. "As a mother, I had so many doubts about whether my child would be able to hear. ECI has given me strength and confidence in telling me where to take Mizar and how to help him.
-Mizar Corchado, 18 months