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Alisha and how she is doing

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Alisha is Alisha, so they (DR's) say it is Agoraphobia andSocial Anxiety Disorder, which is refered to the most. Alisha is 18 soon and we are going to be filling out the paper work for her to get SS. That is what her dr. wants us to do, so she will be able to have a way to get her meds. They hate to see her end up in the hospital again, since she is doing so good. I would hate it too.
Then they are going to start her in two groups, I think. one for sure is Life skills. Half a day classes. I was afraid I was looking at my child with no hope or even hope for me.
I guess what I hate is Jim just takes everything with ok, if that is what she needs or NO. No talk because we have awful with communicating to one another and he looks at it is your problem she lives with you.
I wish she could go to Alliance group in Nebraska, they help her get apartment and other things too, but Nebraska does not look at IA medicade as easy, pain in the butt to them. Hoping the Life group helps with a job or something.
She did apply for inbound/outbound job called Pinacle her in CB and when she went they decide to hire anyone that filled out an application. It was like herd of cows in there, except they were all people she tired to stay as long as she could, but ended up walking out and walk a bit to the Hy-vee Drugstore on Broasdway. She called and was so upset with herself. I picked her up and listen to the storie and I said honey you tired and that is important and when having a interview it is usually one on one. She cried a little bit more but new her Dad and I, grandparents and even her Dr. was proud of her. Anyways she has not looked for another job and also scared her about college, so we take a lot of steps back.
I am rambling and I just wanted you alll to know the update with her.
post #2 of 19

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Well it was a big step for her just to go, I hope everything goes smoothly for her as she enters this next stage of her life.
post #3 of 19

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aww...Annie! I know you've tried so hard. I'm busy this week but I'll give you a call sometime. It's been a couple weeks since we've chatted.
post #4 of 19
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Janice thanks for seeing that she did take a big step and Wendy as always you are there for me. I love to get a phone call from you or I can call you too.
post #5 of 19

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The important thing is she went in and tried no matter how scared she was. Has she considered online college? My dh had a very positive experience with American International University.
post #6 of 19

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aww... THat is a huge step for her. I'm glad you updated, miss you my friend
post #7 of 19

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for you and Alisha!!
post #8 of 19

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That is a HUGE step for her! Tell her we are all very proud of her.
post #9 of 19

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It's great to get an update from you, Annie. I agree with you and the other ladies, it's a huge step that Alisha tried. Lenora has a great idea about online college. Keep us posted.
post #10 of 19
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Yes we still talk about that, online college, but she is still on sure. Child can not make a decision like you and I can, sometimes we have to decide for her.
Thank you all for supporting Alisha and her big effort. I will let her know you are all proud of her.
post #11 of 19

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Hi Annie! I haven't been around so I don't know the whole story but it sounds like she is taking positive steps. Good for her!!
post #12 of 19
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Thanks so much Michelle
post #13 of 19

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I know how proud you are of her for even trying....and please tell her we are all proud of her too. It all takes baby steps.....and we all feel that way about applying for jobs.
post #14 of 19

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Thanks for the update. That was a huge step for her.
post #15 of 19

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Applying for any job is a huge step especially a first job. WTG for trying! Hi Annie, I missed hearing from you. I'm glad Alisha is well. Is there any work from home things she can do in the mean time?
post #16 of 19

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you definately tell her how proud of her we all are!

she will find the right path for her when it is time!

missed you Annie!
post #17 of 19
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Michele, Lori and Abby thanks for your support and yes we have thought about her working at home it just we like her to get out in the world. Not that we are going to push to hard but stand firm. You know her Dad and I won't be around for ever. I am sure you understand what I am saying.
post #18 of 19

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The important thing is that she made the effort to go to the interview. Good for her! She should be prous of hersefl! That took alot of courage on her part.
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It did Brenda and we are proud, hope she feels that way too.
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