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Learning Disabilities Associations within Peel Region

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Time / Location:

7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Mississauga Office: 4th Monday of each month

Brampton Office: 1st Monday of each month

 

Fee: 

Free & open to the public

 

Registration:  

Mandatory.  Please call 905-272-4100 for Mississauga program and 905-791-4100 for Brampton program

Adult Support Group

Our support groups are facilitated by professionals who encourages self-facilitation amongst participants. The comfortable group setting allows adults with learning disabilities to express their feelings openly and comfortably.

 

Participants will learn strategies for dealing with their learning disability, building self-esteem and are able to ask questions and seek the opinions of others
Participants are welcome to bring a friend or family member for additional support if preferred.

 

Specific Topics / Areas Covered include:

  • Self-esteem & self image
  • Employment support
  • Human rights and legal issues
  • Disclosure of disability & workplace accommodations
  • Continuing education options
  • Relationships and social issues
  • Time & organizational management

Eligibility: Adults 18 years of age or older with learning disabilities, ADD or ADHD. Formal diagnosis not required.