Henry County Support Group Needed

May 18, 2006

I have a few personal friends with special needs children in my area (Henry

County GA); however, our county does not have a local support group (that I am

aware of).

Several of my friends and I were talking about starting a group. At first,

it may be informal (coffee at the Java - right ?) until we can " figure out "

how to formalize an official support group.

I am very motivated right now, as we have been talking about this for some

time and the need is very real. Also, today I sat and watched a very young boy

walk past me with shackles on his wrists and ankles as we waited for our turn to

face the judge in juvenile court. My attention was drawn to him because he

looked so young and appeared to be " different from the others. " I sat back and

watched his mother as she sat alone with fear on her face. She began talking to

one of the police officers about her son being in Special Education. It was

very difficult to fight back the tears as I watched this boy and his mother. I

was fortunate to have my husband there with me and " by luck " a public defender

that understands disabilities; therefore, I did not feel as paniced about our

case. But, inside I cried for that mother that sat there alone as she watched

her son walk past her in handcuffs. No one was there for her. That should

never happen. Yes, I eventually got up the

nerve to go talk to her, but I was nervous because I did not know how she was

going to respond to a stranger coming to sit with her. I don't know if I

helped, but I hope so. My point is, even if it is just sitting down over a cup

of coffee....we need one another. No one should have to go through the Spec.

Ed system alone.

If you live in the Henry County GA (or surrounding area) and you are

interested in getting together for coffee, I would love to hear from you.

Hopefully, together we can formalize an official support group.

Marsha White

678-251-3101 Work

770-389-5106 Home

marsha.white@... daytime e-mail

Marsha White

Mom to , 13 years old, Asperger's / ADHD / OCD

Mom to , 15 years old

Mom to Sammy, 4 year old black and tan mini dachshund

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