Victor Widell’s website is designed to give visitors some idea of the experience of reading with dyslexia. The letters within each word on the site are scrambled and moving around erratically, and you can only read each sentence if you slow down and focus.
Dyslexia Scotland provide resources and links on their website for those needing advice and guidance on dyslexia-related issues in Scotland.
Life often throws challenges our way. It could be the death of a close family member or friend, a serious illness, the loss of a job or the breakdown of a relationship. ‘Resilience’ means our ability to cope with these events.
As parents and carers, you play a vital role in helping to prepare your children for the difficult times that life brings.
Lern more at the Place2be website
Dyslexia Scotland has organised an open event for young people with dyslexia who are considering going to uni/college. It may be interest to parents too. Drummond Community High School. Wed 10th February.
There is more information on their Facebook page.
Please see our downloads area for a flyer about the next Information and Support Sessions for Parents and Carers who wish more information or are concerned about their pre-teen or teenager’s Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health. These sessions have been planned with the support of CAHMS and other relevant organisations.
Each monthly session has a different topic focus. There is also an opportunity for parents and carers to meet other parents and supportive professionals in a safe relaxed environment. Parents and carers of 11-18 year olds from in and around Edinburgh are welcome to attend any of the sessions.
For more information or to book a place on any of the sessions please contact Jillian Hart, Parent and Carer Support Development Officer on 07860 736129 or email jillian.hart@edinburgh.gov.uk
Parent and Carer Information and Support Sessions on Young People’s Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health Issues
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en Triple P is a 9-week practical parenting programme which can help parents and carers cope positively with some of the common issues associated with raising a teenager.
The City of Edinburgh Council runs Teen Triple P groups in each area of the city in venues such as community centres, schools and libraries. Programmes run during the day and in evenings. They are free for parents and carers of children who live or attend school in Edinburgh. Find details of local groups at www.joininedinburgh.org/parenting-programmes/teen-triple-p/
The programme can help parents and carers to: