Hello!
Summer has arrived, and I hope you have been enjoying some time social-distancing outdoors!
Now that children have been essentially home-schooled overnight, many parents have been noticing their child struggling first-hand and wondering if something is wrong.
This MFS newsletter is PACKED with information on Dyslexia: Signs to look for, free Assistive Technology ideas from our AT Director,
a must-read powerful story from a Mom close to my heart, and much more!
Also, we threw in access to a link to Dr. Wozniak's FREE recorded webinars on
how to know if your teen is depressed during these challenging times!
As always, I welcome your ideas and suggestions!
Warm regards,
Dr. Pam McCaskill
734-416-9098
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McCaskill Family Services Newsletter
Term: Summer | Issue 6 | June 17, 2020
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Dyslexia is a language-based learning disability commonly known to impair a person's ability to read, but in fact, it can impact multiple other skills as well, such as spelling, writing, speech, and mathematics. It is estimated that at least 5-10% of the population struggles with Dyslexia. These individuals are often very smart, creative and have endless amounts of potential, but when faced with tasks involving large amounts of reading, writing and other language-based processing demands, they can struggle to perform efficiently, consistently and confidently.
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I've Noticed My Child is Struggling... Could They Be Dyslexic?
Due to the pandemic, many parents have spent the last 3 months fulfilling the additional role of home-school teacher. If you have noticed your child having particular difficulties with reading, writing and/or mathematics tasks, it can be helpful to know appropriate warning signs suggesting your child could benefit from being evaluated for Dyslexia and/or other learning disabilities. Click below for a comprehensive list of Dyslexia warning signs based on school grade!
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Assistive Technology and Dyslexia: Bridging the Gap
At McCaskill Family Services, we specialize in testing children, teens and adults for Dyslexia, ADHD and other learning challenges. Our Assistive Technology (AT) Center provides individuals and families with training in the use of technology specifically designed to help bypass the learning barriers caused by specific learning disorders, such as Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalculia.
If you would like more information testing for Dyslexia or additional Assistive Technology knowledge and support for yourself or a loved one, please feel free to schedule an appointment by contacting our office. We can be reached by phone at
734-416-9098
or by email at
office@mccaskillfamilyservices.com
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The Unexpected Dyslexia Diagnosis:
A Mother's Story
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Imagine you have a responsible, well-natured and studious child; a child who comes home from school and immediately gets their homework done; a child who cares deeply about the future, who is repeatedly referred to as an "angel" by their teachers; a child who gets
good
grades and test scores...they couldn't possibly have a language-based learning disability like Dyslexia, right? Unfortunately, not in all cases. Click the link below to read one mother's story of her successful daughter's unexpected diagnosis, how it was discovered and what was done about it.
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Tips for Recognizing Depression in Teens (Free Webinar)
Presented by Dr. Nicole Wozniak
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Webinar (Free Webinar)
Presented by Dr. Nicole Wozniak
Survival Strategies for Parents on Coronavirus Triple Duty:
Teaching, Parenting, Working
Our Most Effective Stress Management Strategies
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PARENTING STRATEGIES AND SUPPORT*
Please contact our office for upcoming dates and availability
DBT SKILLS (Teens)*
Tuesdays and Fridays, 11 AM - 12:30 PM
Rolling Admission
GRIEF SUPPORT*
Losing a Loved One to Covid-19: Mondays and Fridays, 10 - 11:30 AM
Losing a Loved One During a Pandemic: Mondays and Fridays, 1:30 - 3 PM
Begins June 22nd, runs for 4 weeks
Social Skills Group for Middle Schoolers*
Mondays and Thursdays, 1:30 - 3 PM
Begins July 9th , runs for 4 weeks
Support Group for Parents of Children with ADHD (ChADD)
*Dates subject to change
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Emily Kavanagh is a Masters level clinician and our Clinical Director at McCaskill Family Services! She specializes in parenting help, Assistive Technology (she is the director of our Assistive Technology Center), and child/teen anxiety. When not in the office, Emily enjoys kayaking, going to concerts, traveling and shopping for/refinishing furniture. If you and/or someone you know would like to schedule an appointment, please feel free to contact our office at 734-416-9098 or email us at
office@mccaskillfamilyservices.com.
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Summer is here!! Let's get outside in the sun and notice the smaller things, like the vibrancy of the flowers or the arrival of the lightning bugs. Despite the tension of today's world, the natural progression of the seasons is a reminder that life is still moving forward. My name is Emily Brzak. I'm a masters level clinician at McCaskill Family Services who specializes in the treatment of child behavioral difficulties, depression, grief, and anxiety. I am also our monthly newsletter editor! At MFS, I work with people of all ages and backgrounds, and have experience working with a large array of presenting difficulties. If you or someone you know would like to schedule an appointment, please feel free to contact our office at 734-416-9098 or email us at
office@mccaskillfamilyservices.com.
I look forward to meeting you!
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409 Plymouth Road, Suite 250, Plymouth, MI 48170 • 734.416.9098
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