10/13/2026
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month.
As a financial advisor, I spend my days helping families plan for the future. As a mom of a child with dyslexia, Ive learned that some of the most important investments we make aren't financial at all.
They're investments in understanding, support, patience, and advocacy. Dyslexia doesn't appear for one month each year. It impacts school, self-confidence, communication, and daily life throughout every season. Yet I've also witnessed the resilience, creativity, problem-solving ability, and determination that often emerge from navigating these challenges.
This month, let's move beyond awareness and embrace meaningful support for neurodiverse learners in our schools, workplaces, and communities. Different doesn't mean less capable. Often, it means seeing possibilities that others miss.