Jonah's 6 Month IFSP
Today was Jonah's IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan). This is a document created by Jonah's team of therapists and Mommy that gives the team direction. All of his therapy sessions for the next 6 months will revolve around the goals that were set today. This process is one that I was thoroughly trained in in my special education degree at USU. I always thought it was a valuable process while I was learning it in school but today I have a new appreciation for being on the family's side. Our team is great! The first thing that was addressed was my goals for Jonah for the next 3-6 months. I listed 4 items. 1. I'd like to see Jonah consistently saying purposeful consonant vowel combination like MaMaMa and DaDaDa. 2. I want for Jonah to be able to stand at an object (like a couch). 3. I'd like to see Jonah using a pincer grasp when picking up small objects. and 4. I'd like to see him walking in a walker. Then over the next 30 minutes each therapist i...