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ESDM Parent Training Group – Spring 2024

January 26, 2024 Events, News, Parenting, UCCF

The University Center for the Child and Family is offering a new virtual session for the ESDM Parent Training Group in Spring 2024. The Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) is an evidence-based treatment model for young children with Autism Spectrum…

Singing Again After Aphasia | Bruce’s Story

December 20, 2023 General, News, Success Story, UCLL, UMAP

“Would you wear a helmet, please? You really need to get a helmet.” “Why? I know, but the good ones are expensive.” “To protect your head. It’s your head.” “I’ll think about it.” These words would haunt Bruce and Jeanne…

Self-Compassion Group Starting in Mid-Jan

January 18, 2024 Events, Group Therapy, News, Psych Clinic

The MARI Psychological Clinic is offering a Learn to Practice Self Compassion Group beginning in Mid-January. The group is for those who struggle with intense self-criticism, as well as related mental health challenges like anxiety and depression. This group helps…

Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Workshop – Spring & Summer 2024

January 9, 2024 Events, General, News, Parenting, UCCF, Workshops

The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) offers free Parenting Through Separation and Divorce virtual workshops each month. The link to access the online workshop is provided to participants after registration. All upcoming sessions are scheduled for 11…

Understanding and Managing ADHD – Free Parent and Guardian Workshop (Spring and Summer 2024)

December 21, 2023 ADHD, Events, News, Parenting, UCCF

The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) is offering new sessions of the virtual Understanding and Managing ADHD – Free Parent and Guardian Workshop for Spring and Summer 2024. The workshop is free, but participants are required to…

December 2023 Dates for Aphasia Social Hours

December 7, 2023 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

The U-M Aphasia Program (UMAP)’s virtual Aphasia Social Hours happen weekly! Every Thursday, you can connect with others with aphasia and practice communication skills in a low-pressure setting.  The virtual social hours take place from 2-3 p.m. (EST), every Thursday,…

MARI Mental Health Services are Moving!

December 18, 2023 Events, General, News, Services

The Mary A. Rackham Institute (MARI) Mental Health services, provided by the University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) and the University Psychological Clinic (Psych Clinic), are moving physical office spaces on Dec. 18, 2023. We will be closed…

November 2023 Dates for Aphasia Social Hours

November 9, 2023 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

The U-M Aphasia Program (UMAP)’s virtual Aphasia Social Hours now happen weekly! Every Thursday, you can connect with others with aphasia and practice communication skills in a low-pressure setting.  CHANGE: The social hours will now take place from 2-3 p.m.…

UMAP Discusses Impact of Aphasia On Families

October 25, 2023 General, News, UCLL, UMAP

On Thursday, October 12, 2023, the University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) hosted a virtual presentation with the National Aphasia Association (NAA).  Dr. Carol Persad, director of UMAP and the University Center for Language and Literacy, discussed the impact of…

U-M Aphasia Program to Host “Ask the Experts” Chat in October 2023

October 12, 2023 Events, News, UCLL, UMAP

The University of Michigan Aphasia Program (UMAP) is excited to partner with the National Aphasia Association (NAA), to host a virtual discussion. On Thursday, October 12, 2023, UMAP will discuss the impact of aphasia on families, specifically care-partner needs and…