Expand your understanding of Mental Well-Being and become the agent of change in your life!

The LDAYS Peer Support Group provides a safe space for individuals between the ages 19 to 29 with Learning Disabilities and / or ADHD to share their lived experience and get emotional and mental supports from their peers and trained facilitator who understands LD/ADHD challenges and strengths.

The facilitator will offer various strategies, resources, and steps to overcome different challenges while allowing the participants to share their own experience and milestones.

Group meets virtually on the first Wednesday of every month
(September to June) 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Upcoming Dates and Topics:

September 6, 2023 - Understanding LD/ADHD and Mental Health
October 4, 2023 - Emotional and Behavioural Regulation
November 1, 2023 - Coping Skills and Strategies for LD/ADHD and Mental Health
December 6, 2023 - Self-Care
January 3, 2024 - Healthy Relationships
February 7, 2024 - Anxiety and Stress Management
March 6, 2024 - Understanding Self-Awareness, Self-Esteem, and Confidence
April 3, 2024 - Life Transitions and Coping Strategies
May 1, 2024 - Mindfulness and Growth Mindset
June 5, 2024 - Overview and Reflection

Benefits of a Peer Support include:

• Empowerment
• Finding a voice
• Increased confidence and self-esteem
• Finding a source of hope and optimism
• Reduced isolation
• Mutual understanding, shared identity and shared experience
• A sense of belonging
• Accessing information and advice
• Learning new skills and strategies
• Increased social networks and social inclusion
• Challenging stigma and discrimination
• Achieving a sense of justice and equality in society

This is a FREE program but requires first time registration. Please follow the link below and fill out the Registration Form. For more information, please contact Erica 905-884-7933 ext. 5

erica.pereira@ldays.org