Thursday, September 24, 2009
7:00 PM

The Five W’s of Special Education Advocacy

• Who are advocates?
• What are the qualifications to become an advocate?
• When should you see an advocate?
• Where do you find a skilled advocate?
• Why is the field of advocacy important?

Presenter: Ann McCarthy, Founder of Advocacy for Kids, LLC
Ann McCarthy has provided education advocacy services to over 85 families throughout Connecticut, across a wide range of ages and issues. In addition to her direct work with schools and parents, Ann has completed hundreds of hours of training related to special education advocacy . Ann will welcome specific questions about your child’s learning challenges and/or Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

Location: Total Learning and Therapy Center, 5893 Main Street, Trumbull, CT 06611, 203-268-8852

Registration is required for our free seminars. Please call TLTC at 203-268-8852 to reserve a space.

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August 25, 2009
7:30-9:00 PM

Parent Support Group

Are you the parent of a special needs child?

Has your child participated in TLTC programs or other therapy based programs?

If so, come and join up to 6 other parents in a supportive confidential setting to discuss common concerns. Our group will be a helping, comfortable environment in which everyone can be heard and share ideas and responsible coping strategies.

Facilitator: Kim Taylor, LPC, NCC
Kim is a nationally certified, licensed professional counselor who has worked with parents and children for several years.

Location: TLTC

$40 per parent

Registration is required. Please call TLTC at 203-268-8852 to reserve a place.

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Thursday, October 29, 2009
7:00 PM

Understanding, Evaluating, and Treating Learning Difficulties
Learn developmental-neuropsychological aspects of dyslexia, and disorders affecting math, written expression and nonverbal learning. Find ways to support your child at home and at school.

Presenter : Tim Heitzman, PhD, Developmental Neuropsychologist, Fairfield University

Location: Christian Heritage School, Main Floor Library

Registration is required for our free seminars. Please call TLTC at 203-268-8852 to reserve a space.

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Thursday, December 3, 2009
7:00 PM

Happy Parents = Happy Kids
Has the “couple” gotten lost under the “parents”? Children don’t make a couple a family; you were already a family. Join us for an educational evening all about parenting, relationships and how a good partnership translates into happier and healthier kids, regardless of their abilities.

Topics to be explored include:

• Family structure and culture
• Conflict resolution and repairs
• Intimacy and reconnecting
• Allowing your children to enhance what you have built together as a couple.

Presenter: Marriage & Family Therapy of Trumbull: Katherine Allen, MA; Kristen Orakwue, LMFT; Virginia Williamson, MA

Location: Total Learning and Therapy Center, 5893 Main Street, Trumbull, CT 06611, 203-268-8852

Registration is required for our free seminars. Please call TLTC at 203-268-8852 to reserve a space.