For Professionals
Info & Resources for Professionals
This page might be helpful for you if you are any of the following, looking to learn more about ADHD and learning disabilities (LD’s).
A pediatrician, family doctor, or psychiatrist
A therapist, counsellor, or social workern ADHD and Executive Functioning
A crisis worker, peer support worker, or school support worker
A principal, teacher, SERT, or educational assistant
An employer of workers who have LD’s and related disorders
Any professional helping people with LD’s or ADHD!
To start off, look at some of our fact sheets to get a basic understanding of learning disabilities and ADHD, as well as the various programs we offer here at Centre for Diverse Learners:
Fast Facts on Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalculia
Where can I refer patients, students, or clients who need support with their LD?
Centre for Diverse Learners programs – read up on and refer students to our programs for children/students with LD’s. We also encourage parents and families to contact us if they are unsure which programs will benefit the most – we offer resource facilitation services to help them navigate their options. We also accept students with related disorders like ADHD and executive functioning problems, or who have a suspected disability but not an official diagnosis.
See the Halton Diversity Resource Guide – for BIPOC in Halton for a comprehensive guide to the resources and organizations available for BIPOC in Halton.
How can I make my practice, services, and/or workplace more LD and ADHD-accessible?
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