This is Charlie Ferguson (WS; 5 years old) with his sister
Justine (age 2).
Charlie was born Sept. 16,
1995. He started receiving therapy (OT, PT, Oral / Speech) at 16 months. He
was considered developmentally delayed and suffered from very low muscle tone throughout
his body and Sensory Integration issues. Charlie was diagnosed with WS by FISH Test
at 2 years old. He started school at 3 years old in an ESE classroom in the Alachua
County School System in Gainesville, Florida. For the last 2 years, Charlie has been
in a Headstart classroom and still receives OT, PT, and Speech therapies. He shares
a room with his older brother John Henry (7 years old) and he adores his little sister
Justine. Charlie's health has been good. He does not appear to suffer from any
kidney or heart ailments, and has not experienced elevated calcium levels. Charlie
is a very social and delightful child. He is very popular and outgoing. He
always has a hug for family and friends and says hello to most people he meets.
