Care for Kennedy Krieger By: Angelica Velikaris

My Inspiration My younger brother Christopher Diagnosed with Autism at age twoDuring June of 2008 he began to exhibit violent, self-injurious behaviors Was admitted to Kennedy Krieger Institute in May of 2010

Kennedy Krieger InstituteHospital for special needs children in Baltimore, MarylandCommitted to helping people with developmental disabilities achieve their potential and transition into their community

Johns Hopkins

Neurobehavioral Unit (NBU)Unique 16 bed inpatient unitFor children with special needs also facing severe violent and self-injurious behavior Team of ABA therapists to help form treatment for every childLow staff to patient ratios to maintain a controlled environment

Fundraising

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Wal-Mart

What Ive Learned Through the Project Importance of careful planning helps you plan for mistakes and work around themYou cant rely on others to do what you want How to present myself