Originally Posted by
cuca_
I have a DD with dyslexia, and the first thing I would suggest is a full evaluation by a neuropsychologist. I think the easiest way to get names is to find a school for kids with learning disabilities and contact them. They should be able to provide them with a name for the evaluation. In my area, this type of schools provide tutoring for kids who have been diagnosed with a learning disability, but attend a regular school. They could also do a web search for tutors who are trained in Orton-Gillingham based programs (Barton, Wilson, etc...).
100% get a neuropsych eval. DS1 has dyslexia and is doing Orton Gillingham.
DS #1 Summer 05
DS #2 Summer 07