Parent(s) and/or Guardian(s) are welcome to attend our Virtual Support Group to help guide caregivers through various stages of accepting and managing their child’s Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD. This is a monthly opportunity to meet and share common experiences, handle emotions, strategize for strengths and challenges in a positive way. By creating a safe and inclusive space we will bring awareness and foster confidence in parenting skills.

Benefits of joining the Parent Support Group:

• Enhancing knowledge and understanding of Learning Disabilities and ADHD
• Connecting with others with similar shared experiences
• Learning how to navigate the school systems and expectations of the future for your family and child(ren).
• Gaining and accessing resources and building a support network
• Developing strategies and skills to support school, work, and home environments.
• Sense of empowerment and community
• A safe and supportive environment where you can express your feelings and concerns

Topics covered include, but not limited to:

• Learning Disabilities and ADHD
• Individual Education Plans and Identification, Placement and Review Committee
• Accommodations and Modifications
• Advocacy and Self-Advocacy
• Coping and Self-Care
• Social and Emotional Development
• Transitioning from Elementary School or from High School
• Academic and Learning Strategies
• Behavioural and Developmental Milestones
• Mental Health

Location and 2022/2023 Schedule:

Thursday nights 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our parent group is currently held via zoom.

September 15th 2022
October 13th 2022
November 10th 2022
December 8th 2022
January 12th 2023
February 9th 2023
March 9th 2023
April 13th 2023
May 11th 2023
June 8th 2023

Location:

This is a FREE program. Registered individuals may attend any of the listed dates above.

Please follow the link below and fill out the Registration Form.

For more information please contact Nina Shwaizer
905-884-7933 ext. 5
nina.shwaizer@ldayr.org