Imagine if you will, a group of moms, grandmas, and maybe a dad or two. They are sitting around a room talking, laughing, sharing stories of success, moments of frustration and pride. They are learning and asking questions, they are teaching and listening. They are advocating.
They are like a family in a way. A family connected by the complexities and confusion of a child affected my Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS). Those of you who know–it’s hard. CAS is a serious neuromuscular speech disorder in which these bright kiddos find it extremely difficult to get their thoughts from their brain and out of their mouths. It’s not that they don’t want to talk (they really do), they just can’t.
Consider joining us for a group designed and dedicated for people like you–people who care about a child with apraxia. You’ll be facilitated by a former child psych R.N. and full-time “apraxia mom” (that’s me) in a comfortable environment where you’ll feel like you are spending time with friends you’ve known forever. We meet for five consecutative weeks–in the evening–talking about things most important to the world of apraxia: your apraxia story, the definition of CAS, coping with it, how to help your child at home, and finding resources and networks to aid in your journey.
It’s helpful, it’s empowering, and most of all–it’s free! You really can’t afford to pass up this valuable resource. And who knows…there may even be cookies.
Want to join us?
When: Tuesdays, April 6th thru May 4th 2010
7-9pm, sorry childcare is not available
Where: Suburban Pediatric Therapies
3965 75th Street, Aurora IL 60504
How: Reserve your spot by calling Suburban Pediatric Therapies at
(630) 851-1727, tell them you want to be part of the “apraxia group”
Not in Chicagoland? I’ll post information and tips from the group each week. Think of it as your virtual support group!
Hope to see you there! If you have any questions, concerns, or comments, I can always be reached through email, leslie_lindsay@htomail.com
Leslie A. Lindsay 
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