Nhi is a 12-year old girl with moderate mental retardation. Like the rest of the children, her parents are living in extreme poverty. When Nhi began at the An Hoá Center in the spring of 2008, she needed assistance to feed herself and use the bathroom. The teachers spent much of the time repeating directions to her and coaching her in all interactions. Now, Nhi has improved speech and can take care of her own basic needs. The teachers state that Nhi is a determined child who enjoys coming to the Center each day.