Heath special focus individual referral for EAC

Heath is an energetic 3 year old boy who is deaf and mute. The orphanage caregivers describe Heath as mischievous as a little monkey. He'll disappear if you turn your back on him for a minute. He likes to throw a ball outside and run after it. Then he'll look to see if a caregiver notices, if not, he'll continue to play out side until someone gets him. He is picky with clothes and food. He likes to wear colorful clothes. He eats well when it's a favorite food but if he sees food he doesn't like, he'll throw rice. Some of his favorite foods are different kinds of fruits, biscuits, and yogurt. He likes to look at picture books and play games. Although he doesn't speak, his eyes sparkle as if they were talking to you. Although he can not hear, he understands "No." He is very clever and he doesn't give up until he reaches his goal.

Heath at 18 months old