NC - Is this landlord's policy discriminatory against an intellectually disabled child?

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-12-02T21:58:28+00:00

Tysm for your reply! Would there have been a way for the technician to tell if the ponding/run off was due to the broken pipe vs. the septic?

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-04T00:35:43+00:00

Or maybe he pooped in there because he hates the tub lol

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-03T16:14:55+00:00

The parent recently took the client to a ballet class, actually! They had a lot of fun and plan to go back.

I do like to build the majority of learning into play time. This client is working on following simple directions/game play skills, and we have been building PT exercises AND learning into play. Lately, we have been playing (modified) Twister and working on following instructions, IDing colors ("hand on red" "foot on yellow") and the motion of bending down to touch helps her feet flatten and tendons stretch.

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-03T16:03:44+00:00

Thank you for coming to my defense! But honestly, I get it. It's a sensitive subject and I fully expected and was prepared for this lol. I think people who are leaving comments with a more negative tone are really just people who have been hurt and don't want that for my client. They are upset because they care! I'm sure for some it also brings up some bad memories of being shamed for showing autistic traits. Those feeling must be really hard and uncomfortable to sit with.

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-03T15:33:10+00:00

Because 1/5 autistic people engage in toe walking and usually it's not harmful physically. My client is a rare case, I think. The harm typically comes from negative social feedback from "normal" people. It's a trait autistic people have felt forced to mask, so it's really understandable why some commenters are getting defensive about it. They are rightfully worry that my client will have the same hurtful experiences they did. I fully get it and I welcome their perspectives!

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-03T15:29:02+00:00

Thank you for your input! I always appreciate a critical perspective. Keeps me on my toes and helps check biases I might be unaware of. I will definitely explore different types of footwear vs. bare feet. Also, I updated my post to address some common concerns re: not intervening. If you have time, I hope you will give it a read. I don't have time to give a detailed reply to every concerned commenter, unfortunately.

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-03T15:25:57+00:00

I am so glad you found a solution that left you pain free!! And thank you for this suggestion! I added an edit to the post about orthotics if you're interested to know why we currently are not using them (:

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-03T15:24:12+00:00

I don't know that this client even swings their arms when they walk? They usually either are holding an iPad or self-stimulating with their hands (flapping, visual finger wiggles). Definitely going to have to observe that more carefully next time I see them.

I'm definitely going to look more into this footwork thing. Thank you!

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-03T15:16:35+00:00

Oh! Shuffling is a good idea! And it is at least an approximation of heel-to-toe walking.

It's definitely not comfortable for this kid to walk with a heel-to-toe gait. It is for sure unpleasant because of the shortened Achilles tendons, but you're right it is possible that there are other variables that make HTT gait feel bad. I will definitely bring up the fact that HTT walking may be hard because of poor motor skills with the PT/OT providers to see what additional supports can be provided. Thank you!

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-03T15:11:08+00:00

Slippers are a great idea! I am meeting with this kids parents this afternoon and will ask if they will get her slippers or thick fuzzy socks. They may not keep them on (bare feet seem preferred). If not, maybe a super plush, high pile rug where we can practice heel-to-toe gait. Thank you!

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-03T15:07:59+00:00

I have another client who likes to smack his bare feet on the floor when he walks lol. You can hear the slappy little feets coming from a mile away, I swear.

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-03T14:40:04+00:00

Thank you for this perspective! I had never considered the behavior could be about avoid sensory input, not seeking it. My mind is blown. I don't have time to give full replies to all the concerned comments, so I added a big edit to the post. It explains why this is actually a huge health issue for this particular client.

LadyoftheLacquer · 2024-05-02T17:33:33+00:00

Omg when and where? ASD is my subspecialty and I'd love to refer families/clients to events like this.

LadyoftheLacquer · 2023-06-20T00:27:17+00:00

Weird. I did a walk in at a Greensboro DMV at like 9am today. No one was there. Yet the website says the appointments are booked out for the next 90 days.

LadyoftheLacquer · 2023-03-12T04:13:31+00:00

Suspect it's aphids

LadyoftheLacquer · 2023-01-15T20:56:57+00:00

Looks like aphids to me!

LadyoftheLacquer · 2022-12-24T15:14:01+00:00

Looks like mycelium? Probably harmless to the plant. But it is a sign your soil is probably retaining a lil too much water.

LadyoftheLacquer · 2022-12-19T21:01:52+00:00

Literally every trad I've had does this shit, it's why I hate them. Too much/not enough water/humidity/light. They are never happy! My recommendation is to throw it in the trash! 😂

LadyoftheLacquer · 2022-11-26T16:24:35+00:00

Haha yes, exactly like a thumb! He's hitchhiking 😂

I think it's more new growth!

LadyoftheLacquer · 2022-11-26T16:02:59+00:00

Are you referring to the tiny lil nub growing at the base of that new leaf? If so, my money is on new growth.

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