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soccer starFive-year-old Rocky had no interest in playing with other kids, until summer camp helped him learn new skills and make friends. After some quality one-on-one time, he opened up and became much more engaged, exposing his hidden soccer skills by scoring three goals all on his own.

At the start of one of Easter Seals Michigans summer camps, five-year-

old Rocky showed no interest in the other kids or in playing soccer he

didnt even want to kick the ball. He would run away from the group

and had a difficult time participating. By the end of camp Rocky showed

vast improvement. He began to follow directions, and experienced true

enjoyment in playing soccer with the other kids.

Easter Seals Michigan offers childrens Developmental and Behavioral

Health Services, tailored to meet the needs of each individual family. Our

therapeutic summer camps help to increase gross motor functions, social

skills and teamwork. Call us to learn how we can help.

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social netWorKerDanielle felt lost in her efforts to connect with her son, Daniel, who has autism. Before finding Easter Seals Michigan, Daniel had never spoken a single word. After treatment, Daniel was finally able to tell his mother that he loved her. At school, Daniel knows no strangers, explains his mom. He gives everyone high fives, from the principal to the janitors. Everyone knows who Daniel is and he knows everyone.

When Daniel was just a baby his mother began noticing that he didnt

seem to respond to her voice or touch. At 2 years old, Daniel was

diagnosed with autism and began receiving Early Intervention Treatment.

With help from Easter Seals Michigan and his parents, his language skills

have grown over time. When Daniel started receiving Autism Services, he

didnt speak. Not one word, says Daniels mom, Danielle. Those words

slowly began coming as Danielle learned how to interact with her son. I

still remember the first time he went to school and he turned and said,

Goodbye, Mom. He was four.

With the help of Easter Seals Michigan, Daniels family has made great

strides tapping into his world, and now Daniel shares many of the same

interests as his peers.

Easter Seals Michigan offers early intervention programs for children up to

age five. Call us to learn how we can help.

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coUncil memberDiagnosed with autism and ADHD, 15-year-old Nick was a target for bullying. But thanks to Easter Seals Michigan, Nick has found true friends and a true purpose as a member of the Easter Seals Michigan Teen Advisory Council preventing others from being bullied like him.

We helPed nicK Find his Place. let Us helP yoU Find yoUrs. Nick had difficulties fitting in at school and was bullied because of his

disabilities, triggering both anger and depression that eventually led to

hospitalization.

Behavioral Health Services with Easter Seals Michigan helped Nick socialize

with his peers, and a family support specialist worked with Nicks school to

intervene in the bullying. Nick is now a member of the Teen Advisory Council,

where he helped develop a Stop Bullying pledge, design pledge t-shirts and

organize a rally against bullying.

Easter Seals Michigan offers Behavioral Health Services that help children and

their families achieve their personal goals, and liver fuller, healthier, and more

productive lives. Call us to learn how we can help.

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braVe narratorA victim of sexual abuse and domestic violence, Ruby was failing her classes in school and having thoughts of self-harm. After participating in home therapies with Easter Seals Michigan, she learned coping techniques and was able to take control over her own life and share her story with her mother.

We helPed rUby Find her Place. let Us helP yoU Find yoUrs. Ruby was in the 8th grade when she witnessed domestic violence between

her parents and became a victim of sexual abuse. Issues at school and

thoughts of self-harm brought Ruby to Easter Seals Michigan.

Ruby participated in Home-Based Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral

therapy. Through treatment, Ruby began to master relaxation and coping

skills, and created a trauma narrative about her life, including good

memories and her trauma history, which she was able to share with her

mother. I realized I didnt deserve what happened to me, Ruby said. I am

a stronger person, and I know that I am special.

Ruby began high school in the fall, and her grades have improved. She

continues to heal and has improved relationships with family and peers.

Easter Seals Michigan offers counseling and treatment for individuals who

have experienced trauma. Call us to learn how we can help.

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After taking several falls while getting into bed, Betty began sleeping in

her recliner, which caused her hip and back pain, and low quality sleep.

She called Easter Seals Michigan and enrolled in the Independent Living

program.

Easter Seals Michigan went to Bettys apartment and did an assessment of

the home for safety concerns and fall hazards. Several suggestions were

made for basic safety, such as removing all throw rugs. The therapist also

suggested that she get a bed rail to assist her with her transfers in and

out of bed. Betty reports that the bed rail Easter Seals Michigan provided

her with was a lifesaver. Since receiving help from Easter Seals Michigan,

Betty hasnt had a single fall and has been sleeping soundly.

Easter Seals Michigan offers a myriad of programs supporting older

adults. Call us to learn how we can help.

sleePing beaUty82 year-old Betty began sleeping in her recliner after falling while getting out of bed. Easter Seals Michigan provided Betty with a bed rail and coached her on proper use. Now she is confident about getting into and out of bed and has been feeling much more refreshed and energized after a good nights sleep.

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cUlinary artistGuillermo sought out Easter Seals Michigan for help with his depression, alcohol use and anxiety with agoraphobia. A comprehensive array of services allowed him to take control of his anxiety and depression. Now completely sober, Guillermo works full-time in a restaurant and continues to build a positive world for himself.

Before seeking services with Easter Seals Michigan, Guillermo preferred

to be at home alone rather that visiting with friends and family. He was

experiencing symptoms of isolation, hopelessness, and helplessness, as if

his world was falling apart.

Guillermos services included individual therapy sessions that helped him

to understand his diagnoses of depression and anxiety. He also learned

effective coping skills and addressed his alcohol use. He attends medication

reviews with his psychiatrist and works with a case manager who has been

able to link him to community resources such as English language skills and

finance classes, health care and housing.

Today, Guillermo is 13 months sober. He states that his life changed from

dark to clear, and he feels a better connection with family and friends.

Easter Seals Michigan offers culturally competent services in Spanish in

addition to substance use recovery support for individuals and families

across Michigan. Call us to learn how we can help.

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Easter Seals Michigan will work together

with you to connect you to the resources

you need. While many of our services are in

the community we also have nine locations

throughout Michigan to better serve your

needs.

248-475-6400 (voice)

800-75-SEALS (toll-free)

800-649-3777 or 711 (hearing impaired)

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The stories in this book are real. To protect their privacy, some of the names and images have been changed.

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