Q&A Did Jess Attend An Adult Day Program
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 ก.ย. 2021
- This a continuation of my story from the previous several Q&A videos. Did Jess ever attend an Adult Day Program? Yes, she did.
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Jess is 34-years-old, autistic, and blind. Her favorite topics of conversation include getting a new dog, her friend Keely, her Aunt Sue, and cousin Donna. Jess collects CD’s of children’s music, cards, coloring books, and has a small collection of used up disposable cameras that she refuses to get developed. Favorite health foods include chicken and rice, chicken tenders, chicken nuggets, chicken biscuits, pepperoni pizza, and hash brown potatoes. Jess has naturally curly hair that she would rather not ever comb, brush, or cut.
Jessica’s multiple disabilities stem from brain damage that occurred in-utero, and from hydrocephalus. In addition to autism and blindness, Jess also has minor fine motor and gross motor deficits. Hannah is Jessica's sister, and Marlow is Jessica's paid support staff (and Hannah's best friend.)
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I cant imagine what a struggle these videos must be! To repeat and relive some of the toughest days of your life and the life of your baby! I respect you, Val. More than you'll ever know. Thank you for being so vulnerable!
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I just can’t imagine the sadness and frustration. Val you are such an amazing mom. Jess is so lucky to have you. This video series is so interesting and thought provoking. I am enjoying the videos. They help me to be more understanding and empathetic. God bless
Like the last video I am on the edge of my seat wanting to know what happened next. I am sobbing at this point thinking of all you went through to make this a successful venture for Jess. It breaks my heart to know that there are people in positions that are supposed to look after, support and teach individuals and they don't. They shouldn't be working in those positions. I'm sorry that you have had so many hurdles but look how you have handled them. You truly are a remarkable woman and have such a wonderful family. As I have said before, God knew exactly what he was doing when he placed Jess in your family. Thank you again for sharing more of your story, until next time God bless ❤
The saddest part of all this is that Jessica WANTS to be productive, she wants to work, and help others, yet so many people who CAN refuse, and it wouldn't have taken much for a teacher to utilize Jess in many capacities: can you sit with this person and talk gently with them Jess, can help me give this person a drink Jess, etc....didn't have to be every minute, but throughout the day!!!!
Val, god bless you, I can’t imagine going through all you both did only to have it ruined in 2 days bc of an inept “teacher”. It’s mind blowing that person put her hand inside Jess’s pocket and took her phone after she’d been explicitly told Jess had to have it at all times, WTF, no wonder Jess went off on her, I’d have hit her myself, you don’t violate a persons body or personal space in such a way, not ever. You’re a better person than me bc I’d have made it my mission in life to have that woman fired, not reprimanded, her position should’ve been dissolved and that’s that bc even though she was no longer in charge of teaching Jess, chances are Jess would run into that ignorant woman and have some PTSD happening, omg, what a shame. I can’t wait for the next vid to hear what the outcome was of her experience with a new teacher. You’re an amazing person taking the time to explain to us Jess’s story and rehash those awful feelings, it can’t be easy. Stay safe, sane and blessed sweet soul♥️💫✨👼🏻✨💫♥️
I can absolutely resonate with this, my daughters schooling was the same as this all through her younger years, the teachers even appeared to facilitate the bullying she suffered from other children, at the age of 13 I took her out of school amd I taught her from home, I never regretted it not for a moment I only wished I done it sooner. Your the most amazing lady and I felt your pain at having to stick with it even though your heart was aching for Jess, im so so glad your her mum, your the most lovely caring lady, we need more Val's in this world cos it would sure be a much better place 🥰 can't wait till the next part of this storey, its almost as if our lives have run parallel and identical even down to the phone part. Namast'e lovely human, to me your an angel xxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Jess is such a driven person when she's able to be. She's an example to all of those that 'don't want' to work.
In England, where I live, in Sheffield, there's a centre for people with Hydrocephalus and other disabilities, where adults produce handmade products, and they're sold at Christmas/Easter, etc. Some people there have Down's Syndrome, and the staff help all the students to do their best, and then they get the satisfaction of seeing people buy the things they have made, with assistance from the staff, and the students also run a shop and a cafe. I could really see Jess thriving there.
Funding is sadly in crisis itself in England, too, as I've mentioned before.
Jess has so much potential, within the limits of her capabilities, and she's got the loveliest, most friendly and kind personality. I really hope one day, that some of Jess' capabilities are recognised. She's so bright, and just as funny as GOOD daddy! ❤️
Story is all to familiar. My sons only 16, but when he went into middle school couldn't send him to a day care anymore. Had to find a care provider to come to the house...get him off the bus and stay with him til I got hime...then be all day for summers. You're right on resources limited. Even up here in Va the care providers are mostly used to senior folks and not necessarily autistic kids/teens. We make it work though...but it's hard. Prayers for your family and Jess
So much struggle! I’m glad you and Jess came out on top! I don’t understand why there is not more room for individualized learning/planning in the IDD system. Again, thanks for sharing your heart!
Thank you so much for sharing this story with us. I can't wait to hear the rest! 💕
God bless you Val for doing all the right thing's for Jess. As I mentioned before my grandson is autistic. People do not realize the toll it takes on a parent. You are their voice you are their everything. But it takes a village to help make them the best they can be. 😊❤
I am riveted by your story, and have looked forward to EVERY segment. Thank you so much for divulging such a personal, traumatic, and stressful part of your life. I think you deserve all the subscribers you can get, and hope you never think you don’t touch people.
Thank you for putting yourself out there every video and sharing your and Jess' story ... it must be so hard to relive the memories!
I've heard Jessica ask you if she is on "room restriction" several times. I guess that horrible day program had something to do with that. You have been through it all. Bless your heart. I'm looking forward to the next video.
Val you are such an amazing Mother. You have done such a outstanding job raising Jess. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.❤️💕
As an autistic person myself, this is unacceptable! i would get so mad if someone stole my phone as well! I communicate with my phone even know I speak fluently. When I have anxiety I stay silent so I text my feelings to my friends and parents
Thank you for being so real, vulnerable…. My heart aches listening to all of this. Only if people were more HUMANE. Can’t wait for the next video. I love you guys xoxoxoxo
My son is 8 years old. He has autism. The schools don’t understand us parents. We are the ones who deal with our children on a daily basis. In 2021 you would think they know that each child is different and require different needs and challenges. I hope when he gets to high school they have a better understanding because in elementary we have struggles every year. He is in grade 3 I pray things get easier but the fight is real. Thank you so much for sharing your story My heart breaks for Jessica I know that her drive to help people is so real and comes from her heart. You are doing the right thing for her. God bless you and your family 🙏💖🤓🇨🇦
It’s amazing to me how many times I’ve heard (and read) people say, “… in school/training we were taught… “ Apparently, what they don’t teach enough of is looking at the individual and thinking outside the box.
I admire you so very much, you’re truly an AMAZING MOM and without seeing you in action I’m positive an AMAZING NURSE. What makes me so CRAZY is how your job wasn’t caring towards your family situation. I’m so glad you walk out and NEVER LOOKED BACK!! We get to enjoy you and our Jess. ❤️
This breaks my heart for Jess, you and your family. I have seen this happen so many times with people that have children with disabilities. It shouldn’t be this way. If you don’t have caring heart and understand the person it will fall every time. I could just cry knowing what Jess and you were going through. It’s also sad that employers don’t care about their employees. It’s bad enough on us parents that their child has no disabilities, but those like you that do shouldn’t have to deal with this problem on top of worrying about your child. My heart goes out to you for being Jessica’s voice. ♥️♥️
Val, I am SO appreciative of your taking the time to tell us Jessica’s story. Having to dredge up these memories and the feelings associated with them has to be exhausting. It’s know it’s important to you for us to understand Jessica and all her uniqueness. I’m just honored that you’ll take the time to share your story with us. Thank you.
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I’m loving your story times.. very interesting and never to long and drawn out.. sooooo many people I’m sure can relate and you’re being so kind to want to share..
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My son is autistic he’s 12 and Iv only felt comfortable going back to work recently. Even now my stomach is in knots worrying about him in school, checking my phone in work. It really shouldn’t have to be this hard! Great video Val, I’m sorry you’ve had to go through so many awful situations, it’s traumatic 🥰
Thanks Val for sharing your story. I have been checking daily since your last video to continue hearing how it went for Jess at the Adult Day Program. I am a Disability Support Worker in Australia and have previously worked as a Teacher Aide in Special Schools and have extensive experience with people with Autism. I have also had students with autism who were legally blind. I follow you guys on Facebook, Instagram and TH-cam and I your videos have been really helpful and informative. You are doing a great job.
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Thank you for sharing your insights Val to Jessica's life,it does sound so frustrating for you Val and your family and especially Jess,sending love to you all 💗
Val u are an amazing mom and I truly look up to u. Even though my child doesn't have a disability I have learned to be a little more patient and I have so much more knowledge of autism. U are truly a strong woman and a AWESOME MOM.
It breaks my heart that she wasn't treated as an adult and its not right that there isn't a better program for people like Jessica. She has such a big heart
I would try again... whether she wants to or not. You need reprieve. Caretaking is a lot. I often worry about my brother. He's disabled and my mom has made it so comfortable for him... I'm not going to be able to maintain everything she does when she passes away. He's going to be in for a bit of a shock.
@@mdonohue3059 I plan to love and take care of my brother to the best of my ability, but even with that, there's just no feasible way I'll be able to do it like my mom. He is going to have to learn and get used to tough things. I'd like to start while she's still around, but she doesn't really want to put him in any situation where he's uncomfortable. I understand the maternal aspect but it puts a lot of pressure on me for the future. It's really just a hard and emotional thing for all involved, like you said.
@@richardjohns1215 when your kids are neurotypical, it's maybe not as big of a deal because they'll grow out of most of that. But when you have a child or adult that needs 24/7 care, you seriously can't be the only qualified person and they have to be forced, hate to say it, into situations like day school or some other programs they might not like. Unless you have a family member that is willing to become a 24/7 caretaker I guess. In which case you are totally blessed!
@@sherrir2531 wow I feel so bad for your poor brother
How frustrating and 😢. Glad you kept walking and didn't look back! 👏👏
My son just started middle school. This means he lost all of his elementary “people” that he had learned to trust. These were also the people that I learned to trust with him. These people loved him. Last spring I vocalized my fears about him making the change and worrying about his IEP being followed so he could continue to be successful, because the reason he was succeeding was because of his IEP. I was assured all the same protocols would be followed. We are now a couple weeks in and his IEP is not being followed. I have already phoned the principal. We now how another IEP scheduled for Oct and have been assured things will change in the meantime. What they don’t understand is they already set the tone for the year by traumatizing him early on. He won’t forget. He doesn’t trust them now and that will take some serious undoing. And frankly I am so tired of having to fight for everything as if I am asking them to favor him or something. I just want the steps in place that are outlined in his IEP to ensure he is not only educated but also taken care of and happy while at school. Sometimes I just want to pull him out and homeschool because I “get” him. I will not traumatize him. Ugh. It is exhausting. I just really pray it gets better. Hugs mama. I could see the pain in your eyes as you talked and I felt every bit of it!
Oh, I so understand what you’re saying. I remember dreading that same transition so badly. I think it was that first middle school year when I realized they were just going to have to not like me. I was determined to break their mold and constantly fight if needed. It is exhausting, and certainly disheartening. However, after finally carving out a unique and acceptable plan for Jess, her middle school years were some of her best. Then. we never wanted to leave middle school and make the next transition. 😊💕
Your stories and storytelling are riveting! I appreciate the struggle with a son and daughter in law who are both admin and a para for a autism school. ❤❤
Wow!! I’m sure because I know I would of had a “mother’s “ rage 😡 I’m sure this story is of many that u have had to deal with the system; I can’t imagine!! Thank u for sharing life w/us; even when its not easy 💜
Val, I watch other videos and sometimes pass them by because of the length. I am riveted to each and everyone of yours, especially these Q&A’s. My heart just breaks for you and Jess but I admire you for being such an advocate for your girl!
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I’m the exact same way but never have I bypassed an Autistic Impressions video. Val is an incredible and exceptional Mom.
DIGNITY & RESPECT is what comes to mind about that worthless teacher.. she lacks those two important words!! I
am sorry just enraged and sick to my stomach from her treatment to Jess & am sure to other students
We literally cried because we ( my sis & I) can only imagine how you felt & how Jess felt your right Val the teacher wasn’t excepting of Jessica, teacher hopefully is not working with any people she feels she can intimidate.
One of my nephews has Autism and he had a bad experience as well at an “adult daycare” thank goodness I was able to help my sister & change my work schedule ( my sis was not able too) from first shift to 1/2 a second shift & 1/2 a third shift. So I was with him during the day.. when he took a nap I did as well.. I would never change anything about the love my nephew has given to everyone he meets.. he is such a blessing to our family, but we know it’s hard and you Val are a true Warrior .. God Bless
Thank you for sharing my heart goes out to you and jess and your family so heartbreaking .
It’s so frustrating how us parents of disabled kids , have to fight so hard to get what they need . I’m so sorry you and Jess went through all of this . I can definitely relate .
Yes. People make the decision to not help, not know us, not figure it out. Most adults who have kids are selfish and we are a nuisance. I want to believe that my life is fuller and more meaningful. Yep
You are such a strong and amazing woman. Just wow.
Aw bless this is heartbreaking! These ‘teachers’ sound like they would be useless in any sense of a school or education let alone for someone who needs extra support. So glad Jess has you and your close family to help her through each day. She’s such a sweetie bless her. So glad she is doing so well now though!🥰
Heartbreaking, I cannot imagine how hard this experience was for you and for Jess.
I realize this is an old video but thank you so much!!! I am a mother of am autistic daughter. She is currently 24 and I am going through this exact situation right now. I have been struggling and battling with myself daily and I can relate completely with every word of this video
I’m so sorry you are experiencing that. I know it can be crushing.
My heart broke listening to your struggles to find a school for Jessica. You are a strong person. What happens to someone like Jessica who don’t have someone like you to fight for them? Can’t imagine.
So frustrating u and her had to go threw that. Family is all a person has its what they familiar with comfortable with its what matters always. U can get a new job but not a new family. Sorry they didn't help u more and weren't more understanding with the situations u had going on. Sad that a place of employment and a place for a autistic person wasn't more understanding and didn't take the help u offered them to better understand her. It truly isn't that hard to take time to help someone. Make them feel welcome and make sure there as comfortable as possible. Sorry u both had to go threw all that and wasn't able to get the help u needed. Obviously the place u sent her for help shouldn't of had anyone there becuz they weren't qualified to help since the things happened that did happen. Should never of happened regardless of her disabilities. No one deserves to be treated like that
Absolutely not!!! I'm so sorry. I would have been in jail at this point!!! I would have lost my mind if that was my child. Dang it. Not okay. I would have kept her home also. You made the right choice 100%
When God closes one door he usually opens a better one. I feel that’s what he did for you Val. God bless you and your family.
God bless you, you our awesome mom 💜
So glad I seen this video and read about Jessica. I had so many questions and now answered. Thank you.
Val, You never cease to amaze me. Maybe someday you can write a book, Jessica’s Story. You definitely have the knowledge and talent, it’s the time thing you are short of, right? :) much love to you, Jess, Hannah and all the rest. 💜💜🙏🏻🙏🏻🦋🦋🇺🇸
I just can’t get enough of your videos. Thank you so much for sharing with us. Have you ever heard of Laura Clery? She is on Facebook and TH-cam with her husband and 2 kiddos. Her sweet boy Alfie was just diagnosed with Autism and she’s looking to connect with people with lived experiences. I think at this point she has a ton of questions and maybe you guys could connect. It was just a thought, as I’m sure you’re super busy. She made a video telling the first part of their journey and it was a powerful video.
I’m vaguely familiar with that situation. A few people tagged me in some of her posts.
Love hearing these accounts and about yours and Jess's experiences!
At least I am not the only one!! I am very protective of my Ryan!! It’s even has caused trouble for my family!! But they just have to do where I can’t !!
I enjoyed your story. Thank you for sharing.
Have to follow your gut and Gods plans. You are an awsome mother and dont forget that!!!
I'm glad that you found a schedule that works.
I’m a nurse and I have worked at a lot of group homes and/or adult day programs and it’s really hit or miss. It’s either wonderful or horrible. I have always said this, that DDD funded programs are a mess and attract people who aren’t the nicest. I always find myself going back in some way, but these places are managed by people who are not the best. I wish there was a better way for the people they serve.
"I'm not broken, so I don't need fixing"
Fixing us is the medical model of seeing disability as a failure on their part to make us 'right'.
God bless you all and Val I will say it again and again your a great mother to Jess and God new what he was doing when he chose you to be her mother 🙏🏼💯🍀🍀🍀🍀🦋🦋🦋🦋💙💜💙💜💙💜
I am so very sad for you and Jess. I simply don’t understand WHY people think it is acceptable to treat adults with Special Needs (SN) as if they have no feelings, needs or RIGHTS! Making sure she feels needed, wanted and appreciated isn’t that damn hard.
It is abuse about the moblie phone. I live in UK. Jesse could get the police involved. You are not aloud to touch her. Jesse moblie phone is her comfort blanket. Makes her feel safe.
Bless Jessica’s heart. What a horrible experience for her and for you.
Oh, Val, this breaks my heart ❣
Oh c’mon Val, you can’t leave us hanging 😊
Oh Val I feel so angry at how Jessica was treated and her phone being her safety net. Autism is continuing to be completely misunderstood even in this day and age. It's heartbreaking. X
This was a very good video. I have been watching for a few months and this explained alot to me. I am a caregiver of a non verbal special needs 20 years old, with frequent seizures. Your videos educate me constantly. Thank you!!
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omgosh! not surprised at the big disappointment and the looooong wait for those wheels to turn on funding. just curious as to what extent Jessica's father is involved in her care and support. I have seen him in a few videos... but you don't mentioned that he is any help in all of this. thanks for sharing your story. may only good things come back to you and yours.
I’ve had a similar experience with someone who wasn’t very nice actually 2 workers on the same team.
I have Autism, I’m 36 and I started doing some of my appointments myself.
I’m under a mental health team because I also have a mental illness that needs close monitoring.
I got a new worker recently and before every appointment I was getting very upset She kept asking lots of questions and talking for me is very hard at times especially if I’m scared. One question after another then another
It felt too much and I told my mum but I didn’t want my mum to come to appointments forever so I told her I still didn’t want her to come I just wanted to be like everyone else because everyone else doesn’t take their mum.
This worker said to me how are you feeling, I said I feel the same. She got very angry with me and told me that wasn’t an appropriate answer but wouldn’t explain to me why and I still don’t know why because everything was the same nothing was different.
I just kept crying and asking why she was mad and she said she’s only human she started calling me hostile so I rang my mum, she was angry I rang my mum and my mum said to her she’s not being hostile she’s having a complete meltdown she tried explaining what she does when things get this bad and the woman just kept saying I was hostile and a very hostile person she said it about 20 times I think more and was still saying it when my mum asked her to get out of my house.
I have lots of people in my care, I have people who help me every week and Megan comes every day and they all really like me but afterwards it made me think maybe I’m not a nice person and I kept getting upset about what I should have answered instead of saying everything’s the same.
Another lady who came around from the same team also hated me and I don’t know why.
She was angry at me for picking paint off my wall in my house but it was just because I sometimes do that if I forget to bring things to play with in my hands my mum said it’s ok it only needs a little bit of paint on the top. She said do you not even care that you’re destroying someone’s property I take it you don’t own this house but she said it angry and it scared me.
I have 2 new workers from that team now and they are nice, they really like me especially my support worker she’s bringing me some chicken from
Costo tomorrow 🙂 I can’t wait it’s my favourite chicken.
You are like my mum you she always fights really hard to get help and she gets tired and upset as well.
I’m sorry you have had these negative experiences. It’s sad that people don’t understand better.
God places you as Jess momma cause you are strong and you no how to handle and fight threw all your depression and anxiety you are a angel🪶🥰🦋
Thank you for sharing your story. You’re amazing. May I ask if you were to be the one to come up with her program at the facility what would you have had her do to be helpful to others? What would her program have looked like considering her own needs. I think that would great to hear from you. Again thanks so much, love you and Jess! 💕💕
Thanks! I’ll add your question to our Q&A to do list! I’m happy to address that.
I am suffering just listening, poor Jess. That teacher should not be in schools. I can’t imagine what you must of felt.
i enjoy these Q/A just keep on being you and jess can do anything sometimes its hard to handle on the situations that she has covered on things that needs attention on things that she can do on certain areas work enviroments can be hard just breathe and do right things for her
Val, my friend, I *know* how this story is going to end up... We are on our 6th, and FINAL day of our day program right now. I cant cope, yet, with what I feel in my heart is EXACTLY the same story, and the exact same deep feelings of anger, sadness, heartbreak, disappointment, hopelessness, and a whole buncha other adjectives that all end up meaning 'a mother's broken heart and spirit.' But I promise when I can I will watch. I'm just in a sea of SUCK at the moment.
I’m so sorry! 😞
I was in a program school like that .but left 2 months later .1 reason I hated being treated like I was 5 years old.
2i hated doing cheap booking .
3 I hated going on walks for hours at a time.
4we had a thief that stole are lunches another student.
5they were ok with my friend bring Ramon noodles everyday to lunch
6 when my mom found that out she make me a lunch and her a lunch.
7 a kid complained and I was told that my mom couldn't make her lunches anymore.
8my mom went to the school .ask why she said it wasn't fair to all the other adults there that she was making 2 lunches for 2 .wear if was going to do that she must make everyone a lunch .
9 so what is my daughter friend eating today .my friend said nothing her cabinet was lock she couldn't bring a pack of Ramon noodles. My mom was like what the teacher was like what that's when my friend said most of the time the cabinet was lock and she and her brother had to steal the food key.
10 so what you guys going to do about that ? No answer
11 next day friend didn't come to school.
12 so where my friend she been gone for a week.
13 friend come backs she was taken out of home place in group home.
14 more stuff was reported stolen by my friend food their stole it .
Last crying that may be quit it was rainy I brought my umbrella and was told I couldn't bring it on are walk because my mom didn't by everyone else one .me told teacher to screw off I'm bringing it .then teacher took off me hid in the teacher cabinet allday. Got back at end of day I was soke came home mom was like why where you not with your umbrella teacher fooled it mom calls school got into with teacher she be back tomorrow but after that she not coming back teacher call my regular teacher and tells her I not been in for a week .regular teacher come to are house my mom said she not coming back .
That sounds like a terrible experience. 😢
Awful, I’m sorry that happened. I wish they could have cameras in the class rooms. They should. 💕💕💕
Mama Val, they were so obviously not helping Jess and it’s the most obvious when you can’t even speak the words to tell your story. Thank you 🙏 y’all help so many people. 🥰🦋🦋🎶
Does Jessica’s father help out with her?
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I hate that yall had to go through that. Most state funded places are crap. I have 2 mentally and physically handicap cousins and I know the red tape and horror and frustration that my aunt went through with them. 😢 thank God she has you and the rest of the family. My 2 cousins are 2 of 8 children and out of those other 6 kids only the other 2 girls help her take care of them. And it's a chore. But they love them and only want the best for them, just like you
It really is riveting. And there are so many pieces that many of us I’m sure can apply to our loved ones - like the importance of feeling useful and valued. Like so many others, can’t wait for next instalment. Thank you for sharing! 💜
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Jesse doesn’t need fixing the teachers need fixing.
❤️😢 I'm glad the administrator disciplined the teacher but why she didn't follow any of the ISP should've been grounds for termination. Can't wait for the next video. These can be longer, I can take it. 🤗
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you know you want best for Jess I have disability too My family protecttive of me too My family can relate to you and your family
Im just getting to the point where I no longer feel bad about having to resign
I don't have vision problems but autism ptsd and ocd and if someone took my phone from me I would most likely scream and bite them, doesn't matter what age would be (I am 26now) the teacher should never "teach" I think most of them are horrible at their job and its so sad because its the students that get trauma and then they have to live with it for the rest of their lives. It's not your fault of course, its not childish of Jess like you said, the teacher assaulted her, I never understood why its okay for people or autorities to touch others😭
What an education your videos have been Val. Btw babysitting 4 dogs while doing your video ...... You do like doing things the hard way. 👍🐕🐕🐕🐕 💕 Love to Jess.
This is a awesome video!!!! The Mama don’t leave me 😢 that is the worst 🙏
Exactly, she was there to help. Correct me if I'm wrong but it sounds like it was Jess's decision to be there. That was a clear violation going in her pocket. I love these indepth talks about Jess and what it took as her mom trying to make it work as a mom w/ a child with autism. 😊💕
Would Jessica be interested in helping me ?? I'd like a new friend My god I'm sobbing . This poor sweetheart . 😭😭😠❤️ Why ?? Why do people have to be so freaking mean . I love her so much .
That makes me so mad 😡 how dare she put her hands anywhere near Jess! Grrrr! Ohhh I’d have loved to be there. Why are these people in the job that they’re in?! I worked in LTC and I saw those types of things happen EVERY DAY! Got sick of writing reports and quite myself. Went in to scheduling.
I can’t wait to hear about the second week. Hoping it was better.
Btw: did you have words with this “teacher” that took her phone away? Or were you just like, what’s the damn point?
Ugh I I feel your sadness and pain at that time. ♥️
I never met the woman. I was barely making it those days. Life was just such a struggle. I was working M-F full time in an inflexible job when this happened, and the school was 20-25 minutes away from work. So, I couldn’t even get there during my lunch break. 💔
@@AutisticInterpretations terrible for both you and Jess at that time ♥️ So glad you’re all away that bs! 💜
My stomach was in knots listening to this. These issues were and are the most difficult and scary to me raising my daughter. There were several times so called teachers acted inappropriately to her and even worse- to the non verbal classmates she had.
It must be so hard to draw the line of when/how to assert any kind of discipline or give in and have nothing change. I cant see how anything could work without a parents full support and more than a few weeks. It is definitely for the best that she is home.
I worked in this type of program for the last 20 years and it's all too familiar for these situations to happen to the families we served. Recently lost my job after 10 years and 2 promotions because my total knee replacement was "taking too long" due to COVID and it being rescheduled. Ridiculous.
Ugh, I’m sorry that happened to you.
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A mother's love ❤
Val ........Your just like Mama Goose and we're all of the children ...🥰 This is a GREAT / UNBELIEVABLE story that I CANNOT WAIT UNTIL NEXT TIME 🌷🌷🌷
Your parents are snow birds as we call them down here in Texas, cool. Where fo they go
I I understand where you're coming from I have a disability and I've been waiting all summer for them to figure out Transportation they finally had said that they got in place but I'm still way in and it is almost September now so I'm hoping that they get back to me soon
It’s so interesting to me how often transportation is such a problem.
No one has right touch her or no one phone That's wrong ever
Where in the world was Campbell? 😳
16:12 I love your understanding shoulder shrug about the boring puzzle❤🤭
I am curious if Jess was upset about the "that's why your mom sent you here" comment and if so, were you able to convince her that it was untrue?
Ps I hope so badly that anyone from Jessica's past who didn't understand her at the time watches your videos and realizes the changes they need to make and the hardship they caused.
Jess is not able to talk about things like “That’s why your mom sent you here,” She didn’t even say it to me directly. So, I don’t even know how she really felt about it.
I have no words....heartbreaking. You are such an amazing Mum....so sorry systems are so stuffed. They just want conformity at all costs....and so it goes....
I could maybe see these kind of scenerios happening when Jess was younger, like in the 90's. Bcuz teachers & schools weren't aware enough or familiar with autism. Or communication issues...but they have no excuse the last decade or so. It's very unsettling.
Yes, it is unsettling.
Assault is assault no matter how old you are.
I can’t help but wonder where her dad is in all this?
Her father is around.