Frequently Asked Questions
Q:
Who can we help?
A: Children and adults experiencing difficulties in their day to day
lives in the areas of reading, dysgraphia (writing problems), spelling,
dyscalculia (difficulties with math), acalculia (no math understanding
at all), ADD and ADHD due to the problems associated with dyslexia.
Q:
Who can't we help?
A: We probably can not help you if your difficulties are due to brain
injury,
severe trauma, mental illness or drug abuse. Please
call us if you need further clarification.
Q:
How can a client benefit?
A: Clients benefit from:
- Accurate assessment of problem areas
- Learning tools to correct the symptoms of dyslexia
- Improved oral and written communication skills
- Greater self confidence in school or on the job
- Improved spatial coordination skills
Q:
What are the signs of dyslexia?
A: There are numerous symptoms of dyslexia. While the presence of any
particular symptom does not necessarily indicate a person is dyslexic,
if more than a few symptons exist and are getting in the way of school,
work, or life, then a program is recommended. Some symptoms are:
- Reversal of letters and numerical sequences
- Flipping letters and numbers and/or writing them backwards
- Not seeing or acknowledging punctuation in written text
- Difficulty reading different styles of type
- Omission of words while reading
- Difficulty writing
- Confusion about directions in space or time
- Inconsistencies between potential and performance
- Difficulty telling time
Q:
How do I know if I, or someone I know, would benefit from your services?
A: If you feel that you or someone you know would benefit from our
services, arrangements can be made for a free assessment. Based on the
results of the assessment, recommendations will be made as to whether
we feel our services would be beneficial to you, and a recommended
course of action will be provided.
It is to our benefit and yours to assure a good match is made. Although we are able to help most people, if we feel that our services are not right for you, we will tell you. If you desire more information or would like to schedule an assessment please call or e-mail us.
