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$400
The cost of the wish includes the item, 2.9% credit card fee, sales tax and shipping charges (when applicable).
iPad mini for 4 y/o James who is just learninig to talk, so he can use communication apps
Posted May 11, 2017
James is the oldest of three children who were placed in foster care as a result of severe neglect. James came into care with no language; he could only communicate with grunts and gestures. Now, James is trying to talk all day long! He understands everything and is quite bright. We are making lots of progress, but the window for James to be fluent is getting smaller as he ages. We want to give James every opportunity to speak fluently with those around him! The speech therapist who works with him has recommended apps that need to be loaded onto an iPad with sufficient space and a current operating system. This iPad and the apps will follow James wherever he goes.
James is 11 years old and lives in CO
Our sweet James had no language at all when he came into care 4 months ago. He communicated with grunts and gestures. We know that this lack of language is due to severe neglect. The great news is that after only 4 months, this little boy is now attempting to talk ALL DAY LONG! Many of his words can be understood, but most require interpretation by his foster mom. James is smart and understands everything- he just needs help closing the gap on his expressive language. Despite his communication difficulties, James is doing great socially in his preschool class. He is loved by everyone who meets him!
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Courage Community Foster Care - Cascade, CO requests this wish for James.
One Simple Wish posts the wish to the website.
Beverly grants the wish for James! Thanks Beverly.
"James.....We hope you enjoy the Ipan Mini and your communication app helps you speak to others. We know there are other apps you might enjoy too. Best Wishes...Students of Warren Middle School"
One Simple Wish sends the gift to the Courage Community Foster Care - Cascade, CO for James.
The Courage Community Foster Care - Cascade, CO receives the wish!
Kerri sent an update on the wish for James.
"Oh, I have tears in my eyes reading your message! We so appreciate what you have done for this sweet boy who has come so far. Please thank everyone who made this possible. James' foster mama is a teacher, as well- so I know this will touch her heart. Kerri/Courage Community Foster Care."
James receives the gift from her case worker!
"In case we haven't said it enough...thank you for supporting One Simple Wish and our amazing kids!"