Searching for Learning Disabilities

• monthly presentations with information and guest speakers
• advocacy support for parents
• library and resource facilitation

• supporting students with homework help
• recognizing comfortable learning styles, learning strengths, and study habits which assist children in better learning
• assisting children with numeracy and literacy skills which need further development

• designed for girls ages 7-18 with a primary diagnosis of LDs and/or ADHD
• participants divided into age appropriate groups addressing the unique needs of girls with LDs and ADHD.

• for students in grades 7-8 diagnosed with LD and/or ADHD
• assists in developing life skills to succeed academically and vocationally

• one-on one program that focuses on the socio-emotional effects of LDs and Attention Deficit Disorder
• identifies unique challenges the participant may face and assists youth in developing resiliency.

• day camp for children with a primary diagnosis of Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD
• safe, encouraging and positive environment for learning social skills
• activities include outdoor swimming, nature walks, and arts and crafts

• helps adults and/or youth with LD's and/or ADHD explore interests, strengths, and areas of need in order to pursue employment
• covers how to ask for accommodations in the workplace
• ensures clients have a full understanding of their LD's and develops client's confidence to join the workforce

• virtual support group to help guide caregivers through different stages of accepting and managing their child's Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD
• monthly opportunity to meet and share common experiences, handle emotions, strategize for strengths and challenges in a positive way

• opportunity to network with individuals with LD's and/or ADHD, gain social support, problem solve and share successes.
• learn different strategies to deal with and manage LDs and/or ADHD.

• Co-creation of Youth Service Projects: create community service programs with the support of program facilitators
• Professional Learning Training: Participants will be offered a series of certified workshops
• Direct Civic Engagement: Participants will develop community service projects within their community

• social skills development
• academic support
• navigating assistive technologies
• typing classes

• academic support
• after-school programming
• civic engagement opportunities
• employment programming/support

• Information about learning disabilities and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Support and guidance to parents and guardians concerning their children's rights in the school system
• Advocacy for both children and adults
• Information to community groups, schools, professional development days, conferences and seminars.
• Referral services
• Direct programming for children, youth and adults

• Adult Programs - Support for adults with Learning Disabilities / AD(H)D
• Children and Youth Programs
• Resource, Information and Advocacy
• Smart Aging
• Y.I.E.L.D Program

• workshops, community education and engagement, and consultation to schools, social agencies and community groups
• Towhee Summer Residential Program: residential therapeutic summer camp for children and youth 10-18 years

• pre-school play program, school readiness programs
• direct instruction tutoring
• social skills from JK up to 20 plus
• play, behaviour, IBI and verbal-behaviour therapies
• autism and behaviour consultancy
• TEAM - Together Everyone Acquired More Program - parent guidance/support
• March break and summer camps
• workshops, parties and events

• As of March 7, 2022 in-person services are available at all JVS Toronto locations. Services also available virtually.

• psychovocational assessments for adults
• psychoeducational assessments for children
• assessments for gifted programs

• for youth and adults who have difficulty with social interaction
• diagnosis of learning problems in children, teens and adults
• remediation for adults with learning problems
• emotional intelligence testing
• vocational evaluations for employment, training and educational potential
• fee for service

• vocational counselling for students and adults
• fee for service

• support and guidance
• resource information,
• workshops
• support groups
• public awareness

• individual homework support and tutoring
• Reading Rocks Literacy Program - in person and virtual options
• Jump Math - in person

• programming to promote self-awareness and healthy behaviours - held in person
• workshops on conflict resolution, healthy relationships, peer pressure, online safety, self-esteem

• social skills
• life skills training
• problem solving strategies
• for children 6-13 yrs

• learning help for grades 3-6
• music, art, science activities
• summer day camps

• social and recreational activities
• information and referral to community programs

• learning help for grades 2-6
• music, art, science activities
• summer day camps

• social and recreational activities
• information and referral to community programs

A residential demonstration school for students with severe learning disabilities that also provides in-service teacher education and consultative services to school boards

Main Services:

School program

• an intensive and specialized program focusing on cognitive/language development for students with severe learning disabilities at elementary and secondary levels
• goals and objectives are set in all courses and there is a variety of credit courses offered in the secondary program
• assistive technology strategies are emphasized
• initial consultations initiated by student's home school

Residence program (Mon-Fri)

• a structured program including individual and group counselling, instruction in social skills and recreational activities for students with severe learning disabilities

In-service program

• designed for Ontario educators only
• one day workshops offered on learning disabilities and related topics that vary annually (see website in September for new list)
• one day visiting teacher programs allowing teachers to tour school and classes

Resources Services program

• designed for Ontario school boards to assist them in developing programs for students with learning disabilities
• educational assessments for students who are potential candidates for Trillium program

The Trillium Demonstration School serves as a catchment area inclusive of southern, central and mid-northern Ontario

Major services:

• Instructional Remediation: one-on-one tutoring in reading/writing or math during the school year
• Reading Rocks: an 8-week one-on-one literacy program for children 6-12
• assistive technology
• transition skills workshops for pre-teen and high school aged students
• typing skills program
• parent workshops and lectures, advocacy training and support
• ongoing parent support through resource facilitation and in-school support as needed
• on-site loaning library - books, videos and resource materials
• community education through annual Conference held each spring

See website for more information

• Teaching manual with test materials
• Student readers, activity books, and tracking sheets
• Laminated cards for literacy activities

• free information for children, their caregivers, and adults affected by Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and learning disabilities
• sponsors many events and workshops with issues related to LDs and ADHD
• supports parents in advocating for their child - in school, Individual Education Plan (IEP) / Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC) meetings
• outreach and education
• advising and advocacy
• support and guidance
• established peer support network for parents and caregivers
• provides list of tutors and sources for assessment
• Reading Rocks program

• online classes available
• identified students welcome (IEP program, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, autism, Down Syndrome, etc)