Learning Disabilities Association of York Region
Learning Disabilities Association of York Region
- Description
- COVID19 -- Some programs run online, see website for details
Programs for children, youth, and adults with learning disabilities (LDs) and/or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) including parent and adult support groups, tutoring services, advocacy and information and referral
Tutoring
Volunteer tutors from different diverse and educational backgrounds work one-on-one with children in grades 4-8 on:- 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
Strategies for Life- 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.
- Eligibility
- Individuals with learning disabilities and their families, teachers
- Application Process
- Contact organization for details
- Office
- 905-884-7933
- Fax
- 905-770-9377
- Web Site
- Visit Website
- info@ldayr.org
- Mailing Address
- 9040 Leslie St
Ste 208
Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 3L8
Canada - Languages
- English
- Contact
- Helga Sirola, Executive Director
Email: helga.sirola@ldayr.org
Phone: ext 001 - Fees
- Service ; service fees for some programs and services; some programs and services are provided free of charge
- Documents Required
- Contact organization for details
- Accessibility
- Partially Accessible - Call ahead for assistance; access through building garage to be arranged
- Social Media
- Agency Information
- View Agency Profile
- Copyright
- Findhelp Information Services
- Last Updated On
- November 18, 2022
- Address
- 9040 Leslie St, Ste 208
Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 3L8
Cross street: Leslie St and Hwy 7; Summer camp at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 484 Water Street, Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y 1M5
Open in Google Maps - Hours of Operation
- Mon9:00 am to 4:00 pmTue9:00 am to 4:00 pmWed9:00 am to 4:00 pmThu9:00 am to 4:00 pmFri9:00 am to 4:00 pm
COVID19 -- Call for appointment at Office Resource Centre - no drop ins
Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm Sept-June; Mon-Thu 9 am-4 pm July-Aug; Adult support group Wed 7 pm-9 pm, Sept-June; Parent support group 2nd Tue 9:30 am-12 noon, Sept-June
Open year round, closed statutory holidays - Service Area(s)
- York Region
