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October 2023

Topics
Halloween at The Oxford Center
ABA Field Trip to Spicer’s Orchard
Mental Health Neurofeedback
TOC Talks: Dr. Fred Strale
Support HBOT for Veterans

Halloween at The Oxford Center

Halloween at The Oxford Center is a time of enchantment and celebration where staff and children alike are encouraged to let their imaginations run wild and don their most creative costumes. The day’s highlight is our “Trick or Trinket” event, spanning the entire building and offering a captivating adventure for the kids. We emphasize the importance of customs and encourage parents to ensure their children are dressed for this memorable holiday. Together, we aim to create unforgettable memories and make this Halloween the best day for our young participants.

Blue Buckets

The Oxford Center is championing inclusivity this Halloween by using blue Halloween buckets as symbols of awareness for autism. When you spot a child with a blue bucket, it’s a subtle signal that they may be autistic, allowing those handing out treats to be more understanding and accommodating. The Oxford team has come together to collect over 90 blue buckets, creating a heartwarming Halloween extravaganza for the kids in our ABA program. This initiative signifies not only awareness but a united community that believes every child, regardless of their unique needs, deserves a magical Halloween.

Let’s make this Halloween a special and inclusive celebration for all children by embracing every child so they can participate and enjoy the festivities.

ABA Field Trip to Spicer’s Orchard

Last week, our ABA academy program took the kids to Spicer’s Orchard, and it was a day filled with pure autumn magic. Our little adventurers hopped on a rustic wagon ride through the pumpkin fields. Their faces lit up as they picked the perfect pumpkins from the patch, each one a treasure to take home. After the pumpkin-picking excitement, we all gathered around picnic tables to savor fresh apple cider and warm donuts, filling the crisp autumn air with laughter and joy. It was a day of adventure, connection, and cherished memories that will warm our hearts throughout the fall season. 

Mental Health Neurofeedback

As the seasons change, many struggle with mental health, due to the transitions from the bright, warm seasons to colder, darker ones like winter. At The Oxford Center, we’re redefining mental health by recognizing that it’s a unique journey for everyone. We offer innovative therapies like Neurofeedback, which can be personalized to your specific needs.

If you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Taking that step is a brave and crucial move, and we’re here to support you on your path to a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life.

Neurofeedback is a non-invasive therapy that helps regulate and optimize brain functions. It’s like having a personal trainer for your brain, offering real-time feedback to help you understand and control your brain’s responses. This therapy can be particularly beneficial for anxiety and stress management, focus improvement, sleep disorders, mood regulation, and enhancing cognitive performance. Your well-being is our utmost priority at The Oxford Center, and we’re here to guide you in redefining your journey to well-being.

Don’t hesitate to reach out if you’re in need of support. 248-486-3636

Research Driven Care! TOC Talks: Ep. 28

Andrew Kistner sits down with a distinguished guest, Dr. Fred Strale, who brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the world of research. In this enlightening episode Fred Strale, Assistant Director of Research at

The Oxford Center shares his fascinating journey as a bio-statistician,

his passion for teaching statistics and the groundbreaking

work being conducted at The Oxford Center.

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Support HBOT for Veterans!


Michigan State House Bill 5146 aims to fund Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for Veterans with Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This is crucial in providing our heroes with the care they need and deserve.


Here’s how you can help:
Contact your Michigan State House Representative and urge them to vote YES for this bill.
Visit the official Michigan House of Representatives website and find your representative’s contact information.
Make the call or write a letter, and let your voice be heard to support our veterans!


Let’s show our gratitude and support for those who’ve selflessly served our nation. Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of our veterans. 
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