Scotty was born on May 13^th, 1994.  Scotty was our second grandchild and the second son for our daughter Jennifer and son in law Mike.  He was a beautiful baby and was developing normally until about 18 months old when he lost the few words he was speaking and began to withdraw form us, perfectly content to be by himself.
 

Scotty was diagnosed with Autism prior to his third birthday and had no language. As grandparents we were disheartened but determined to find any intervention that would help Scott reach his potential.  We participated in the ABA training and over several years, Scotty has developed some language.  On a field trip last fall, Scotty told his teacher, “Zoo is better than math”
 

Currently, Scott is enrolled in public school and attends a 7^th grade general education class for science and social studies.  The balance of his day is spent in classes designed for his academic abilities, reading, math and language, and adaptive P E.
 

At home Scott like his computer, loves Disney videos and DVDs, and riding his bike.
 

James brings new meaning to the term ‘older brother’.  He wrestles with Scott, plays the game boy, laughs with him and consoles Scot when he is unhappy.  Joseph, 4^th grader, and Brigid, first grader also know what Scott eats and what will make him happy.  During a birthday party at the house, Brigid was asked by her little friend, what is the matter with your brighter.  Brigid said as a matter of fact, “His brain just doesn’t work like yours and mine.”
 

It is said that raising a child takes a village.  We have seen first hand that this is surely the case with our Scott.  Family, friends, and teachers are all working to help Scott reach his potential and to be happy along the way.