We end the week with some new medical results that require follow up from the Amani Center team.

Also, it's Friday, so the last day of the week and the beginning of Asher's Winter Break from school. We'll start out their vacation today and share more when we recap on Monday afternoon.

DAY 9 - ASSESSMENT ACTIVITY RECAP AND FRIDAY FOLLOW UPS

ON ASSESSMENT DAY AMANI CENTER STAFF WERE...

On Wednesday and Thursday while you were reading about Asher’s Assessment, the Amani Center team continued their efforts.

• Medical Provider Jennifer ordered x-rays.
• Through the Case coordination process and with Mom’s permission the school and school counselor were notified about the basics of what is going on with Asher so that they were prepared to provide appropriate supports and respond with care when Asher returned to school.
• Alexa made referrals for both Mom and Asher to therapy.
• Forensic and Medical reports were written.
• Law Enforcement and Child Welfare investigators also continued their work.

Alexa called Mom the day after the assessment to check in on how she was doing and how Asher did after the appointment. Mom was nervous. She noted that Asher seemed very hungry after the assessment and then very tired. Alexa reminded Mom that this can be a normal response and that if there were any concerns for Asher later today, Mom could call back and consult with the medical provider. 

Mom let Alexa know that Asher returned to school. Asher had already missed several days and didn’t want to miss more so close to the start of winter break. Mom was glad Alexa was able to let the school know what was going on for Asher.

Alexa lets Mom know that the orders were placed for the X-ray to check out what is going on with Asher’s shoulder. Mom is eager to get Asher in to get this checked out. Alexa lets Mom know that she can stop by the Center on her way to get the X-ray and pick up a gas card to help with the cost of the travel to the appointment.

HERE'S AN UPDATE ON ASHER AFTER THEY ATTENDED THEIR ASSESSMENT...

Asher returned to school. They had missed their classmates and the comfort of a "regular day". Asher was tired at school but happy to be back amongst friends and the feeling of something normal. 

After school Asher and Mom headed out to get the x-rays.

X-RAY RESULTS

FINAL FRIDAY BEFORE WINTER BREAK

Since today was the final day before Winter Break, classes were much more relaxed. Asher and their classmates got to attend school in pajamas, bring a beloved stuffy and cozy blanket, and settle in for snacks and a holiday movie before being released early from school. Half days are awesome. Half days with all of the fun activities are EVEN BETTER and it was a welcome way to spend the morning for Asher.

As they all gather up their belongings to leave for the long break, all of the other kids seem to have a sense of celebration. Although Asher is joyful, they are also filled with apprehension. Will they get to go back to their own home? What will happen to Dad? Will Dad be mad? They gather up their stuff and head out to meet mom at the car, wondering how this weekend...and the next two weeks...will look for their family.

If you have questions about our program, please don't hesitate to reach out to Beth or Amelia at info@amanicenter.org. We are happy to discuss what the Amani Center does for the children in our community.