03/21/2026
Meet Teona — a bright light we’re so proud to celebrate this World Down Syndrome Day. She is outgoing, a true fighter, and brings so much joy to everyone around her. 💙
Her mom, Damika, shares that one of her proudest moments has been watching Teona walk and talk at an early age — a huge milestone worth celebrating!
Therapy has played a big role in her growth. Damika shares that working with her speech therapist, Hannah Harmon, has helped build Teona’s confidence while also giving her the opportunity to connect and meet new people.
Hannah shares, “I am so proud of the communication milestones Teona has achieved. She’s becoming more expressive and consistently using verbal speech to share her needs and ideas. Her growth in play, attention, and understanding has been incredible to watch.”
She adds, “Teona brings such positive energy to every session. She’s engaged, curious, and her bright smile makes her progress even more meaningful to be a part of.”
Early therapy plays a key role in helping children build foundational communication skills — and Teona is a beautiful example of what’s possible with support, dedication, and hard work.
We’re so proud of you, Teona! ✨
