hs has downe syndrome is 6 years old and is learning to get get through every safety device we hv come up with ie... locked drs and windows
2006-07-30 17:00:41 · 6 answers · asked by peyty,s nana 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Special Education
How exciting that he has such a wonderful splinter skill!!!
Instead of constantly trying to stop him, re-direct him. Get him 3-D puzzles (e.g. Legos, Bionicle, etc.), starting VERY simple (infancy/toddler level), but increase difficulty until you find the level he's truly preoccupied at, and re-direct him to the puzzles and assembly kits whenever you find him fiddling with the locks.
His ability to figure out hands-on puzzles is a key to a future career path! Be happy and proud!
To make your home safer, although this is expensive to implement, have keyed locks on EVERY door/gate you don't want him to get through (cabinets, etc.)... all keyed to the same key. Deadbolts, file-cabinet-types, etc. Then make sure your key to all that stays out of his reach....
2006-07-31 02:05:19 · answer #1 · answered by spedusource 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Please work closely with his doctor and therapists. You may not have the correct devices or may need more difficult ones for your grandson. Are you using the recommended safety devices? He sounds determined and must be good at figuring things out. Are you in a group with other mothers to share ideas? This might help. Good Luck.
2006-07-30 17:07:52 · answer #2 · answered by Nunya B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get in contact with your local ARC chapter. They would probably have some good ideas about how to keep your grandson safe in the home. The link to the ARC is below, just look for the one nearest to you and don't be afraid to ask questions.
http://thearc.org/
2006-07-30 17:07:08 · answer #3 · answered by moma 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get advice from a professional security installer. They make motion detectors for doors and windows that he may not be able to figure out.
2006-07-30 17:05:17 · answer #4 · answered by kriend 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe his doctor can direct you to a group that can offer some advice on this area.
2006-07-30 17:03:56 · answer #5 · answered by Carlos D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check with the pediatrician or therapist if he has one. They should be able to direct you to some other alternatives.
2006-07-30 17:04:51 · answer #6 · answered by redboneallday 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋