Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GCL0307 | Last Modified: 18 Mar 2021 | Last Full Update: 15 Nov 2020 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | CV19 ; LDAO ; LDAWC |
| Office Phone | 519-837-2050 |
| info@ldawc.ca | |
| Website | www.ldawc.ca |
| Social Media |     |
| Primary Contact | Renná Bruce Paonne, Executive Director |
| Alternate Contact | Susan Newcombe, President, Board of Directors |
| Description (Site) | Mailing address only |
| Located In Community | Guelph |
| Mailing Address | PO Box 233 17A-218 Silvercreek Pkwy N Guelph, ON N1H 8E8 |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable - no permanent office - call or e-mail |
| Description & Services | |
| Description (Agency) | Helps people who have learning disabilities (LDs) and their families to reach their potential. Furthers the educational, social, recreational, legal, medical, vocational and employment opportunities for people with learning disabilities and acquaints professionals working in this field with current literature and research. |
| Description (Service) | COVID-19 Update: In-person programming has been temporarily suspended - new online programming, call or visit website for information. Opportunity to share information and common concerns * public awareness of issues and challenges for people with learning disabilities * support of legislative initiatives Programs and services include: * 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 Member of the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) for Upper Grand District School Board and Wellington Catholic District School Board to advise on best practices for teaching people with special needs |
| Hours | Hours vary |
| Areas Served | Guelph ; Wellington County |
| Eligibility | People with learning disabilities and their families Reading Rocks program: children 6-12 years |
| Application | Call or visit website for information |
| Languages | English ; some articles available in additional languages |
| Fees | Program ; Donation |
| Time-Limited Events | Annual LDAWC Family Conference - keynote speakers, break-out sessions, free registration |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity |
| Established | 1973 |
| Funding | Fundraising ; Donations ; Fees |
| Print Material | Publishes weekly blogs. Wide variety of print material available by request. Supplies resources containing current information about learning disabilities for the Guelph and Wellington County libraries. |
| Subjects | |
| Service Categories | Health/Disability Related Support Groups ~ Learning Disabilities ; Issue Advocacy ~ Learning Disabilities ; Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education ~ Learning Disabilities |
