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Celebrate the Best for Families
W Michael Vyskocil
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info@thefamilymagazine.com elcome to our special July issue of
Washington FAMILY. Whether you’re
picking up our magazine for the first
time or you’ve been reading our publication for years,
you’ve likely come to recognize Washington FAMILY as
your parenting resource for raising your family in the
DMV. After reading the stories in this issue, I think
you’ll understand what I mean.

For many years, Washington FAMILY has worked
to deliver information and support for parents of
neurodiverse children. Beginning on page 20, you’ll
find articles offering tips for calming kids’ anxieties,
invisible disabilities and helping children mentally
process a physical impairment.

Your votes have been counted, and it’s time to reveal
this year’s Best for Families winners. Turn to page 12
to find out which businesses and organizations you
voted as the best in the DMV. We’re grateful for all the
readers who took time to cast their ballots, and we’re
grateful to the businesses, schools and organizations
in our region that bring you great products and
services for families like yours.

Keep this special issue handy year-round and keep
reading Washington FAMILY each month. Don’t forget
to visit washingtonfamily.com for more articles, tips,
resources, information on local businesses dedicated
to your needs and a calendar of family events.

It’s been a pleasure working with our talented
contributors and staff to produce Washington FAMILY
for you. This issue is my last as editor of this
publication, and I want to thank you, our readers,
story subjects and everyone I’ve interacted with in
this role, for your support.

Enjoy these summer days with your family.

Happy reading! P
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