Growing Times - October '20

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"Now I'm in Tune" - Kevin's Story
​Kevin, 23, exudes calm energy, the kind that comes from knowing who you are and what you can do. But it wasn’t always like that.

​It began in middle school. “I had trouble, where I’d be working, trying my best, and not receiving the results, with testing, homework, stuff like that.” It affected every part of his life: he began to struggle academically, particularly with math and science. Sports had been his outlet, but he felt that somehow he could not reach his full potential. Even social interactions became difficult. “I felt burnt out, just tired.”

>> Continue reading Kevin's story

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Holiday Gift Auction
Opens: November 27, 2020 at 12:15 AM | Closes: December 6, 2020 at 11:45 PM

HAVE A LONG GIFT LIST?
ACTG’S ONLINE AUCTION HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

> SHOP FROM THE SAFETY OF YOUR HOME!
> SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES!
> MAKE BIDS FROM YOUR CELL PHONE!

ONLINE AT ACTG.ORG

Skip the mall and shop from home for great gifts and experiences for people of all ages! Free shipping and delivery by Tuesday, December 15. Proceeds support the programs and services of A Chance To Grow! 

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Vision Clinic Now Accepting Clients!
A Chance To Grow’s recently re-opened Vision Clinic is now accepting new clients! If you or a loved one is struggling to see clearly, please visit our Vision webpage and learn how our Vision Clinic and OptomEYES Therapy programs may be able to help. Our experienced staff is dedicated to helping children and adults obtain optimal vision through individualized therapies and treatment plans tailored to each client’s needs. Call us today at (612) 789-1236 to schedule an appointment and to see if our Vision Clinic can accept your insurance plan at this time. Private pay is also offered. 

​Take a Virtual Tour with Dr. May!

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Listen up! It's time to get your hearing checked!
ACTG’s Auditory Clinic offers insurance-based diagnostic assessments of hearing and auditory processing for both children and adults. We offer multiple interventions to help individuals develop skills to discriminate, recognize and comprehend auditory information more efficiently. If you or a loved one is experiencing hearing issues, schedule a hearing evaluation with our Audiologist to determine the cause of the deficit and develop a treatment plan to address the issue. Call us today at (612) 789-1236 to get started!

Teletherapy Services Now Available
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, A Chance To Grow’s Clinical Services have offered Teletherapy to individuals receiving Occupational and/or Speech-Language Therapies. Our goal is to ensure the safe, effective and appropriate delivery of our services to keep our clients as healthy as possible. Our staff is committed to providing the exact same high standards of care online as we do in person, centered on the needs of our clients.

If you are new to A Chance To Grow, please complete a Scheduling Request on our website to get started. For current clients, consult with your therapist to learn how you or your loved one can begin receiving Teletherapy Services. For more information, please visit our Teletherapy webpage.

S.M.A.R.T. Fall Workshops Approaching!
​The final S.M.A.R.T. and S.M.A.R.T. Pre-K Workshops of the year are right around the corner! Don’t miss your chance to boost your student’s learning readiness skills. Our instructors will provide you with everything you need to implement this brain-stimulating program into your classroom this year! If you are an educator working with Pre-K - 3rd graders, this program is for YOU! Click here to Register!

S.M.A.R.T. Workshops

• October 27-29, 2020
• February 23-25, 2021
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​S.M.A.R.T. Pre-K Workshops

• November 3-5, 2020
• March 2-4, 2021

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​All workshops will be held at A Chance To Grow in Minneapolis, MN.

Register two weeks in advance and save $25! Our S.M.A.R.T. Workshops are following the health & safety guidelines provided by the Minnesota Department of Health.​

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In-Home Neurofeedback Rentals Available
Make brain training a part of your daily schedule! Neurofeedback is a perfect in-home tool for children and adults looking to improve focus, relieve stress and promote emotional regulation, getting the brain “unstuck” for optimal functioning. It’s easy to use and great for the whole family. Rental units are now available but supplies are limited. To learn more, please visit our Neurofeedback Rentals page or call us at (612) 789-1236 to schedule a FREE consultation.

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Childcare Openings for Preschoolers
Turnquist Child Enrichment Center currently has preschool openings! Come be a part our family where your child will explore the world around them through projects and play! Turnquist is a Hennepin County Strong Beginnings site, NAEYC-accredited and 4-Star Parent Aware Certified daycare center. Our dedicated staff provide a nurturing environment while promoting the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of your child. If you are looking for childcare, please call us today at (612) 706-5590 to schedule a tour of our facility.