Learning Disabilities Association of Ottawa-Carleton
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: OCR0168 | Last Full Update: 18 Nov 2019 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | LDAO-C ; OCR |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Ottawa |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Bronson Ave and Somerset St W |
| Bus Route Notes | OC Transpo OC Travel Planner or Route Timetable |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Parking | Free parking |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | Promotes increased awareness and respect for persons with learning disabilities (LDs) among the community at large, professional groups and relevant educational, social, recreational, medical, legal and vocational organizations Provides support, guidance, resource materials and opportunities for sharing of information and concerns * actively advocates for greater research in the field of learning disabilities and for the legislative initiatives that will benefit the learning disabled Variety of services aimed at supporting community members of all ages: lending library * resource centre and travelling education kiosk * advocacy coaching * presentations at schools, businesses, community centres, government departments, other community organizations * social skills camp * resource lists (local tutors, schools, psycho-educational assessors etc.) * referral services * connecting with community resources * coordinating school board SEAC (Special Education Advisory Committee) representatives * local representation at public consultations Sunshine Day Camp Social Skills program :Camp for children age 7 to 12 years of age, who have a Learning Disability and/or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Focusing on developing social skills in a safe, fun environment. Three 2 week sessions during the summer months. |
| Hours | Not specified * Parent Info Night: first Tue of the month 6:30 pm-8 pm |
| Areas Served | Ottawa (City of) |
| Eligibility | Children and adults who have learning disabilities and/or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD), as well as those who support them |
| Application | Email, call or visit our website to become a member |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Membership - $50 per year for families, $20 for students (2019) |
| Service Categories | Disability Associations ~ Learning Disabilities ; Disability Rights Groups ~ Learning Disabilities ; Parenting Materials ~ Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder ; Parenting Materials ~ Learning Disabilities ; Prejob Guidance ~ Learning Disabilities ; Professional Skills Development Support ~ Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder ; Professional Skills Development Support ~ Learning Disabilities ; Self Advocacy Support ~ Learning Disabilities ; Social Skills Training ; Special Libraries ~ Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder ; Special Libraries ~ Learning Disabilities ; Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education ~ Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder ; Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education ~ Learning Disabilities ; Subject Tutoring ~ High Risk Infants/Children ; Transition Services for Students with Disabilities ~ Learning Disabilities ~ Students with Disabilities |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 613-567-5864 |
| info@ldaottawa.com | |
| Website | www.ldaottawa.com |
| Social Media |   |
| Primary Executive | Marianne Long, Executive Director; Email: execdirector@ldaottawa.com |
| Other Details | |
| Established | 1967 |
| Funding | Donations - Charitable Registration Number: 119010304 RR0001 |
| Elections | The Board of Directors is elected. |
| Print Material | Various printed resources |
| Resources | Website, library books, DVDs and videos, workbooks |
| Accreditation | No * Member of the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario. |