The Kamloops Infant Development Program
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. The program is very specific to children ages 0-3 that have developmental challenges. The staff at Kamloops Infant Development Society intervene when a child is not developing normally and then refer on to other professionals in industry.
The Parent Is the Expert on Their Child
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. The staff at KIDS recognize that the parents are the experts when it comes to their own child. In this video, Diane explains how the staff at KIDS takes time to listen to parents and why it is important.
Over 75% of Our Babies are Referred Between Birth and 5 Months
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. Over 75 per cent of babies treated at KIDS are referred between birth and five months, with a majority being referred immediately from the nursery. Diane explains that KIDS is a home-visiting program and how this benefits the child and family.
A Lot of the Risk Factors Are Prenatal
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. In this video, Diane explains the risk factors for children during prenatal stages and identifies some of the potential dangers.
What Is the Parent Struggling With?
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. Using the latest research, the Kamloops Infant Development Program assesses children based on developmental charts and information that is considered typical for a child in their age range. In some cases, these screening tools are not always accurate. In those situations, Diane focuses on the parent—what is the parent struggling with?
I Don't Think Parents Can Do It Alone
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. Diane believes it takes a village to raise a child. No matter how great of a parent you are, you can’t do it on your own. Diane encourages families to connect with each other as a support system.
Seeing Parents Realize How Positive Early Support Is
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. The best part of Diane’s job is seeing parents realize how positive early intervention is. The Infant Development Program is focused on children 0-3, but because they’re housed in the Children’s Therapy Centre, they often see the same children progress as they age.
The Best Way That I See Working with a Child
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. Diane has worked with children her entire career. For Diane, the best way to work with a child is by incorporating the entire family in the process.
The Parent Is Our Boss
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. The staff at Kamloops Infant Development Program treat each parent as if they were their boss. The staff strives to meet the parents and family’s expectations for their child.
Focusing on Birth to Three Years
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. In this video, Diane explains why the Infant Development Program focuses on children aged 0-3. Research has shown that the most brain development and growth occurs during this time.
One Family That Comes to Mind
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. Many families have benefited from the services offered through the Infant Development Program and the Children’s Therapy Centre. In this video, Diane shares an example of a specific family that has benefited from the services and programs offered.
My Advice to Parents
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. In this video, Diane shares her advice to parents. Her number one piece of advice is that parents do not have to raise a child on their own—there is always help and resources available. Parents shouldn’t feel afraid to ask for help.
The Hardest Thing About Being a Parent
Diane Henry is the director of the Kamloops Infant Development Program. For Diane, the hardest part of being a parent is knowing that she can't control everything that goes on in her child's life.