We love TOLC! Our twins have been in the aftercare program for over twins and are thriving at…read moreTOLC. My kids have developed better study habits and have improved their grades during their time here. The staff is very caring and my kids have bonded with them. They have been academically challenged and developed a great attitude towards learning. We've also done summer camp, which the kiddos loved as well. We will be very sad to leave the warmth and security when it is time to move on to middle school. Sherri

TOLC is a good place to learn new things, practice academics, and have fun. Positive is the only…read moreway I can describe this place. If your wondering about the teachers, they are always helpful.All my friends attend TOLC. The best thing about TOLC is that the teachers actually check your homework, and when it is the next day, your always going to expect a 100%. :D :D :D :D :D

Our son went through the program about 3 years ago. It has had a profound effect on not only his…read moreschooling and grades, but his confidence and overall wellbeing. He struggled a lot in elementary school. We knew he was a bright kid but he just could not retain what was taught in school and was far behind in writing and reading and math. We would try help with homework and organization, but he always struggled to the point of crying and worse, would call himself dumb and stupid. His teachers noticed as well; an intervention process was started at his public school 3 (Three!) different times in different grades, only to be abandoned because he was just barely getting by "enough". Fast forward to middle school. The problems were getting worse as the classes became more complex. We had to do something and found Stowell. They explain what they are doing, you are frequently invited in to watch the sessions and also to have progress meetings with the director, but it still seems unlike any other type of learning program or tutoring I had ever heard of. Instead of tutoring, It's more like they are working on this very foundational level of how the brain processes information. (That's my explanation, may not be exactly right). Whatever it is, it works. My son is now in high school, takes honors and AP classes. makes honor roll, and is seriously starting to think about college, and set personal goals on how to get into the schools. He is organized and self directed. It is such a profound change; it is remarkable. This was not just "getting older" and maturing. There was a marked change about halfway through the Stowell program which continued and has stayed with him. We are so thankful to the program and his clinicians and director, who were all very warm, caring, and fun. I would highly highly recommend Stowell if your child is struggling in school and you can't find the right type of help.

Amazing progress with our dyslexic son! So grateful for their programs. He has been coming here for…read morea year and a half working with Katie, Marina and Carmel. He loves being here and has improved tremendously!

Beyond thrilled that Ms. Hurley was recommended to us last year. We have had a wonderful…read moreexperience. Over the past year (7th and 8th grade), Mrs. Hurley has helped our son tackle organization strategies, giving him tools to help him remember to turn in assignments, executive function skills (adhd) which has helped increase his confidence in school overall. We are so grateful that her services were recommended to us. Our son looks forward to their weekly sessions and regularly shares with us how helpful he finds their time together. Ms. Hurley's compassionate demeanor and expertise has made a very positive impact on our son and our middle school experience. We look forward to continuing through high school.

Amanda has been working with my son on his learning and executive deficiencies since he was 5 and…read morehas implemented a strategic program of remediation over a period of time, to strengthen, enhance and augment his existing skill. Ms Hurley's guidance has helped transform my son and has had a positive impact on his life moving forward. She is a compassionate, capable and highly skilled educator. Highly recommended.

Janet is amazing! My son started seeing her at 2 1/2 after I left another speech therapist we were…read moreunhappy with. It felt like we had to start over and Janet has been a miracle worker. Even though we now do all our lessons online because of COVID, my son stays engaged the entire time. He loves Janet and can't wait to see her. In just over a year my his speech has improved leaps and bounds. His biggest issue has been pronunciation. His preschool teacher told me just last week that she now understands him as well as any other child in her class. All because of Janet! I'm so grateful.

Janet Convey is a consummate speech professional. She has worked with two of my children for over…read morethree years in multiple settings and both children made great progress! She is very easy to work with and easily moves between children and adults. She is flexible and highly knowledgeable in many areas of Speech and Language. The office setting is child friendly, simple, not overwhelming and comfortable, and located in a beautiful, calm office park full of fish ponds and quaint pathways. If you have need of a professional for your children or someone you know, please consider Convey Speech. You will. Or be disappointed!

We highly recommend Angie! She came and spoke to our staff and we feel more prepared to work with…read morethe kids that come to My Gym Northridge. She was able to talk to us about neurodivergent kids and those on the spectrum. Our staff asked questions and gave her different scenarios in order to gain perspective and interact with the kids better during classes. Angie is a GREAT resource!!

Angie from IEP Cares is an exceptional advocate who goes above and beyond to support and fight for…read moreyour child. She has worked with children with special needs for the past 30 years. So, she has an exceptional understanding of the ins and outs of educational services and therapies that may be best for your child. She also has a unique ability to connect with parents and ease their anxieties about the daunting journey of understanding the IEP process. She holds your hand through the process and has an uncanny ability to hold space for your worries, while gently assuring you of the right strategy/steps forward on how to proceed with your child's school. Her rates are beyond reasonable for the degree of professionalism, insight, and experience she has regarding how best to navigate schools. Not only is she a seasoned and passionate educator-she is a parent of 3 beautiful children who each have an IEP. So, she understands the special needs parenting journey from the inside out. Immediately after our consultation, she wrote me an organized, clear email of our next steps with helpful tips on how to communicate with the school for an important meeting the next day. I spoke to many advocates and Angie strikes the right chord of seeking collaboration and knowing which battles to fight, when, and how to bring people to the table in what is sometimes a contentious dynamic in an IEP team. The IEP can feel so intimidating and overwhelming. You want what's best for your child, and you may feel at a loss on where to start. Or, like us-you may have reached a crossroads and need some expertise to help guide you through the landmines of the IEP process or to your input at the IEP table with someone more agile with this type of complex, loaded communication. I can't thank Angie enough for being so flexible, accommodating, and responsive. She's organized, strategic, insightful, and experienced. Call her!