THE RIGHT TO LEARN, THE POWER TO ACHIEVE.

About LDANR PROGRAMS - please read prior to applying for any programs!

The Learning Disabilities Association of Niagara Region currently offers multiple programs: Reading Rocks! B.E.S.T, S.T.E.P.S for children and youth who have learning disabilities/ADHD, Reading Rocks Junior for young children at-risk of future reading difficulties, P.A.C.E. for parents looking to gain more information, strategies, tools and support for raising a child with a learning disability, and an Adult Support Group weekly program for adults who are living with a learning disability/ADHD. LDANR also offers day programs in the summer, Sunshine Learning Achievement & More (SLAM!) and during March Break (March Break Boost!) for children.

These programs are designed to support children, youth and adults who are struggling with a learning disability, however the individual does not need to be formally diagnosed with a learning disability to participate in these programs. LDANR recognizes that a formal diagnosis is not something all individuals/families can have done and therefore we welcome children, youth and adults who are struggling in their academics and social life due to an identified or non-identified learning disability.
Please note applicants will be screened for other exceptionalities (i.e. autism, down syndrome, FAS, developmental delays, etc.) as LDANR's mandate is to offer programs and services for those with learning disabilities. LDANR is not designed to treat students with sever mental health or students with sever emotional and behavioural issues. BEST & STEPS programs are not behavioural programs, but rather programs to support children with learning disabilities in living LD through LD awareness, self-advocacy, building self-esteem and social skills. All participants must have the ability to behave in a small group setting.

LIMITED SPACING in all programs!

COST

LDANR is the fortunate recipient of an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant that supports these three programs (Reading Rocks! B.E.S.T & S.T.E.P.S). Therefore there is no fee for these three programs while LDANR receives the OTF grant. However, LDANR is a non-profit organization and relies on donations to continue offering services and programs in the Niagara Region. There are many families that now have access to these programs at no cost thanks to the OTF grant. However we do ask of those who can afford to make a donation to please do so when registering for a program so that LDANR can continue offering these programs to families at no cost once the OTF grant ends.

Prior to becoming a member or making program payment it is strongly suggested and requested that you fully complete your online application form to allow LDANR staff to screen your registration form and accept the individual into the program - thank you!

Reading Rocks!

Prior to becoming a member or making program payment it is strongly suggested and requested that you fully complete your online application form to allow LDANR staff to screen your form and accept the individual into the program - thank you!

Flyer available!

Reading Rocks is our flagship program that we have been offering at Brock for the past 5 years. This program is now being offered in more locations! In this program, children will work one-to-one with a tutor from Brock University/other. The Reading Rocks program responds to an identified need for some students who benefit from explicit instruction and positive re-enforcement and motivation as they develop their phonological awareness and processing skills. This program targets children and youth who struggle with reading and writing skills. Through one-on-one instruction students work on a variety of literacy skills including: phonics, sight words, fluency, reading and listening comprehension, spelling, grammar, sentence structure, and more, (ages: 5 – 16 years)

Standard Article on Reading Rocks!

Date: February 6 - April 11, 2012 (Mondays & Wednesdays)
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Location: Brock University

Date: February 7 - April 12, 2012 (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Location: Brock University, Briardale Public School (St. Catharines), Welland (Centennial Secondary School), Beamsville (Jacob Beam Public School)
Dates, locations, times still tentative!

**PLEASE NOTE THAT SESSIONS RUNNING THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 20-24 AND MARCH 12-16 WILL BE CANCELLED. READING ROCKS WILL NOT BE RUNNING EASTER MONDAY (APRIL 9, 2012).

On application form (in comment box) please remember to inform us which days (Tues/Thurs OR Mon/Wed) you are applying for!

Winter 2012 Application Date: December 19, 2011 - January 6, 2012

** there is $50.00 membership fee for non-members

APPLICATION FORMS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR THAT DO NOT HAVE THE REQUESTED ASSESSMENT INFORMATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Reading Rocks Junior!

LDANR is happy to introduce a brand new program, Reading Rocks Junior! This program is supported and funded by the Niagara Prosperity Initiative grant and will be offered in Niagara Falls.

Date/Time: Feb 27th - April 16th, 2012 (Mon & Wed)
Time: 6:00 - 7:00pm

Locations:
Heximer Ave P.S.
St. Thomas More School

Applications due by Feb 17th, 2012 (apply online)

Cost: A membership is not required for this program at this time. Donations accepted, but not required.

Now accepting applications for Winter program (until Feb. 17th, spots limited)!

Adult Support Group Program (8-weeks)

Program session outline (including topics and descriptions)

For adults of any age (18 years and up) who are looking to learn more about their learning disability or ADHD, coping strategies and meet other individuals going through similar challenges and experiences. This is a weekly program (rather than a drop-in) we do ask for you to let us know if you can make it, and ask for you to try and make it to each session as they build on one another. *You may bring someone for support for the frist session only*

Feb 28th - Apr 17th, 2012
7:00 - 8:30pm
LDA office (366 St. Paul Street, St. Catharines) - parking and entrance off Bond Street

Adult Support Drop-in (bi-monthly) FLYER

The purpose of the drop-in sessions it to provide an informal, unstructured, comfortable setting for adults with learning disabilities and/or ADHD to come together and connect with others. Parents, spouses, friends welcome at drop-ins.

February 18th, 2012
11am - 12pm
LDANR office
For adults with learning disabilities and/or ADHD
Parents, partners, friends welcome!

Senior Citizen Drop-in will be scheduled for March...date TBA

Please contact resourceldan@cogeco.net or call 905-641-1021 with any questions.

Parents Advocating - Children Excelling!

Flyer available!

The new 8-week program is returning this Winter to St. Catharines for parents of children with learning disabilities and/or ADHD. Program will work like a structured support group with guest speakers and topics such as IEPs, IPRCs, what is an LD, what is NOT an LD, how to advocate for your child, how to work with your child (strategies and tools). Walk away with strategies, resources and confidence!!

Various topics covered each week with guest speakers. Facilitated by LDANR board member and parent Angela Marinelli once again! Participants can expect to gain useful information, talk to professionals in the field of LDs/ADHD, connect with other parents and strengthen advocacy skills.

Past participants welcomed and encouraged to return to continue learning where you left off!! PACE is meant to be an on-going supportive program for you!

PACE is offered during Reading Rocks! (same time, location) for parents who have children in Reading Rocks! (Brock - Mon/Wed), however your child does not need to be enrolled in Reading Rocks! for you to participate!
A great program if you're hoping your child will eventually participate in Reading Rocks.

Dates/Times: Week of Feb 6th - April 11th, 2012 (Monday 6:00 - 7:00pm)
Location: Brock PL600F (top floor of Reading Rocks!)
Cost: $20.00
Registration: Call/email Sherri 905-641-1021; resourceldan@cogeco.net prior to Feb. 6th (space limited)

Topics:
LD/ADHD
IEP/IPRC
Strategies & Tools
Motivational techniques
Speaking to professionals

Great for parents wanting to meet with other parents dealing with similar issues in a comfortable, inviting atmosphere!

Better Emotional & Social Times (ages: 6 – 11 years)

Prior to becoming a member or making program payment it is strongly suggested and requested that you fully complete your online application form to allow LDANR staff to screen your form and accept the individual into the program - thank you!

Flyer available!

This self-advocacy and self-esteem program helps children gain a better understanding of their learning disability and ADHD and that they simply learn differently by providing explicit instruction in coping skills, understanding and interpreting body language and facial expressions. This program targets children who live with learning disabilities and students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); although an official diagnosis is not necessary. Through discussion, games, role playing and direct instruction in small groups, children learn about and build on their strengths, various coping skills and ways to interact successfully with others. We coach children how to fit in social situations with proper actions and reactions to develop their self-confidence; touching a variety of topics.
*NEW THIS FALL/WINTER:* An extra half-hour has been added to the program, which will entail various cooperative activities and games/sports to further foster social skills and teamwork!

Please note this is not a 'behavioural program' and there is no one-on-one support available for behaviour issues.

Date: February 8 - April 11, 2012 (every Wednesdays)
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: St Catharines (Briardale Public School), **NEW: Welland location (Quaker Road Public School)
Dates, locations and time still tentative!
Winter 2012 Application Date: December 19, 2011 - January 6, 2012- spots still available!

*PLEASE NOTE THAT WEEK OF FEBRUARY 20-24 AND MARCH 12-16 WILL BE CANCELLED.

** there is $50.00 membership fee for non-members

APPLICATION FORMS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR THAT DO NOT HAVE THE REQUESTED ASSESSMENT INFORMATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Social Teen Empowering Program to Succeed (Pre-teen: 12 – 14 years; Youth: 15 – 17 years)

Prior to becoming a member or making program payment it is strongly suggested and requested that you fully complete your online application form to allow LDANR staff to screen your form and accept the individual into the program - thank you!

Flyer available!

This self-advocacy and self-esteem program focuses on effective and relevant support and strategies that adolescents need in preparation for the next step in their academic life. Through discussion, games, role playing and direct instruction in small groups, youth learn about and build on their strengths, various coping skills and ways to interact successfully with others. We coach youth how to fit in social situations with proper actions and reactions to develop their self-confidence and to hep them become self-advocates; touching a variety of topics. A potential bowling celebration at end of program - another chance to practice those social skills and have fun!
*NEW THIS FALL/WINTER:* An extra half-hour has been added to the program, which will entail various cooperative activities and games/sports to further foster social skills and teamwork!

Date/Time: February 8 - April 4, 2012 (every Wednesdays)
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: LDANR Office
Dates, locations and time still tentative!
Winter 2012 Application Date: December 19, 2011 - January 6, 2012 - spots still available!

*PLEASE NOTE THAT WEEK OF FEBRUARY 20-24 WILL BE CANCELLED.

** there is $50.00 membership fee for non-members

APPLICATION FORMS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR THAT DO NOT HAVE THE REQUESTED ASSESSMENT INFORMATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

*Please note these programs are for children who are behind in their academics due to a potential or diagnosed learning disability

March Break Boost! - great alternative to your typical March Break Camp!!

Looking for a program during march break to keep your children on their toes? March Break Boost is the LDANR's March Break Day Program designed to support children with learning disabilities/ADHD (diagnosis not required) over the March Break. Children will have fun working on their literacy, numeracy and social skills for 50% of their day and have fun with recreational activities such as games and crafts (reinforcing their social skills) for the other 50% of their day. A great way to keep your child on a routine and working on their academic skills while having loads of fun!

2012 flyer

Date: March 12 - March 16, 2012
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm (extended care available)
Ages: 6 - 12 years
Locations & Cost: St. Catharines (Silver Spire) - $150 for members; $200 for non-members &
Welland (Safety Village) - $166 for members; $216 for non-members
*Payment plans available for those who qualify.

**Please contact Sarah Farrell or 905-641-1021
Application Date: January 9th - February 27th, 2012 (EXTENDED)

S.L.A.M!

Sunshine Learning Achievement & More!

Literacy, Numeracy, Social Skills & Fun!

The Learning Disabilities Association of Niagara Region (LDANR) is offering children ages 6 – 12 with learning disabilities/ADHD (diagnosis/identification NOT required) a summer program opportunity to keep them on their toes during the summer months. Children will spend 50% of their time working on their academic skills (literacy, numeracy, social skills) and 50 % of their time having more fun with recreational activities (crafts, games, sports, swimming) that will further reinforce their social skills. Children will work and play in a friendly, supportive environment with low adult – child ratios. To provide your child with an opportunity to make slam-dunks in their academic skills and social skills register below! Please note this is not a 'behavioural program' and no one-on-one support is available for behaviour issues. Spaces limited!

Click for flyer

Standard Article on SLAM!
Niagara This Week Article on SLAM!

Full Day Programs offered 9:00am - 4:00pm (extended care available):

Please check back in the Spring for details (location, dates)!
Cost: TBA

**Please indicate the week and location on your application form in the last box (Questions or Comments) when signing up!

Application below!

**Application not complete until full payment is received and forms are fully completed.

To apply for an LDANR program please complete the following steps

Fully complete form below and click submit
Submit supporting documents (i.e. report cards, IEPs, assessments, etc.)
Following screening, accepted applicants will be notified
Following acceptance, membership payment/program payment will be required (if applicable)

Please note:
This information will be kept strictly confidential. It will only be shared with our staff and program facilitators/volunteers. Also, please remember that programs are designed for individuals with learning disabilities, not other exceptionalities.

*Please check:

	Non-member
	Current member

Expiration Month:

*Has your child participated in LDANR
programming previously?

	Yes
	No

If Yes:
Program:
Month/Year:

*Participant’s Last Name

*Participant’s First Name

*Birth Date

*Age

*Grade

*Guardian's Last Name

*Guardian's First Name

*Address

*City

*Postal Code

Phone number of where the parent and/or guardian can be reached during the class.

(Mother) Home

(Mother) Cell

(Father) Home

(Father) Cell

*(Guardian) Home

*(Guardian) Cell

*** Please note that our main correspondence is via email;
please ensure agency has most current email address at all times ***

*Email Address

*Who does the child reside with?

*Who has custody of the child?

Doctor

Doctor's Phone Number

Emergency Contact other than names listed above:

*Name

*Phone Number

Name

Phone Number

*Person(s) Dropping Off and Picking Up

	Mom
	Dad
	Other

Name of Other

Phone Number of Other

GUARDIANS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO INFORM LDANR IF THEIR CHILD IS
GOING TO BE PICKED UP BY A PERSON OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED ABOVE.

*Does your child have a formal diagnosis of a
learning disability? (i.e. reading disability, APD)

Please visit resource page for the LDAC
definition of a learning disability.

To be accepted into the program your child
does not have to be formally diagnosed with a
learning disability.

	Yes
	No
	I dont' know

If Yes:
Who made the diagnosis ?
When?

*Is your child diagnosed with other exceptionalities
(i.e. AD(H)D, OCD, Autism, Intellectual Disability)?
Please list all exceptionalities and dates of diagnosis.

If your child receives any special education
support through school what category is your
child placed in through the school? If unsure,
ask your child’s teacher.

*Specify what areas your child struggles with
because of their learning disability even if they
do not have an official diagnosis.
(i.e. social skills, reading difficulties).

*What are your child’s strengths and weaknesses
in relation to their learning disability?

*Does your child tire quickly when doing
academic tasks?

	Yes
	No

*How does your child function in a group
(i.e. size of the group)?

*Please identify any behavioural issues
LDANR should be aware of (i.e. aggression)

*Does your child follow verbal directions well?

*Does your child follow written directions well?

Does your child have any special interests,
abilities, hobbies, sports?

What embarrasses your child most
(i.e. difficulties in group setting)?

Is there any additional information you would like
us to know about your child?

*School child is currently attending

*Present Grade

*Academic Level (MUST provide grade level of
performance; if unsure ask child’s teacher)

Reading:
Spelling:
Writing:
Math:

*Is your child currently on an IEP?
(If yes, please submit a copy of the IEP with other
supporting documents after completing this
application.)

	Yes
	No

*Present Placement:

Regular Class

Regular withdrawl support

Special Class

Specify

*Does your child have any allergies or
nutritional alerts?

*Will your child need to have medication
administered during the program? Please
note medication will only be administered
by LDANR during day programs.

	Yes
	No

Does you child have:

	Corrective Lenses
	Hearing Impairment
	Hearing Aid(s)

Has your child participated in:

	Speech Therapy
	Visual Therapy
	Motor Therapy
	Psychotherapy

Program Selection

*Please select which programs you are applying for
(visit the program page on the website to read about the program specifics):

Reading Rocks! (ages: 5 – 16 years)
** there is $50.00 membership fee for non-members

Reading Rocks Junior (ages: 4 – 6 years)

B.E.S.T. (ages: 6 – 11 years)
** there is $50.00 membership fee for non-members

S.T.E.P.S. (Pre-teen: 12 – 14 years; Youth: 15 – 17 years)
** there is $50.00 membership fee for non-members

March Break Boost! (Ages: 6 – 12 years)
See website for program cost

Sunshine Learning Achievement & More! (Ages: 6 – 12 years)
See website for program cost

P.A.C.E. (Parents/ Guardians)
** there is a $20.00 program fee

Adult Support Group Program (18 years and up)

Other
(if you are applying for a program that is not listed please check other and indicate on form or in comment box what program you are applying to and location).

*Please select the location you wish to participate in the program you’ve chosen (please visit the program page on the website to check which locations the program is currently being offered in):

	St. Catharines
	Thorold
	Welland
	Beamsville
	Niagara Falls
	Port Colborne
	Fort Erie
	Niagara-on-the-Lake

Please indicate your method of payment:

Online (see www.ldaniagara.org)

Cash

Cheque

Credit Card

Name on card
Card number
Expiry date
Total amount
Type of card

Waivers and Conditions of Enrollment:

I hereby authorize photographs and/or videotaping to be taken of my child while at the Learning Disabilities Association of Niagara Region for the purpose of promoting the Literacy or Social Skills programs. No photos or videotapes will be placed on the Internet.

I hereby authorize the administration of any and all emergency medical attention that my child might require as a result of injury or sickness while attending Learning Disabilities Association of Niagara Region programs.

The parent or guardian of the above-named participant, releases the Learning Disabilities Association of Niagara Region, its directors, staff, agents and members from any loss, personal injury, accident, misfortune or damage to the above-named or his/her property, with the understanding that reasonable precautions shall be taken to ensure the health and safety of the above-named participant.

For the program to be effective and out of respect for volunteers and spot taken we ask families to commit to attending each session of the program. If attendance is irregular or too many sessions have been missed the participant will be asked to leave the program to open the spot up to another participant.

For the safety of the volunteer staff and other participants, LDANR has the right and responsibility to take actions such as phone calls home and possible dismissal from program if a child exhibits continual inappropriate behaviour.

Programs are provided for LDANR members. To enroll in Reading Rocks, BEST and/or STEPS the individual/family must be members of the Learning Disabilities Association of Niagara Region. Please see the Membership page at www.ldaniagara.org. You may become a member AFTER you've been accepted into programming if you prefer.

For a program to run, enough eligible participants have to apply for the program. If there is low enrollment LDANR has the right to cancel any program at any time.

PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS AND CANCELLATION POLICIES

Deadline for Applications for all programs is two weeks prior to the start date of the program.

APPLICATION FORMS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR THAT DO NOT HAVE THE RELEVANT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Application Forms for the programs must be accompanied with full amount of the program if payment is required.
Program cancellation policy: Cancellation prior to 1 week before the program starts, is subject to a $10 administration fee.
Please note that membership payment will not be refunded.

I have read and hereby accept the above waivers and conditions of enrollement and give the LDANR permission to share my child’s information with the appropriate staff and program volunteers.

If submitting this form online, please be sure to sign a copy of the form at the first session/day of programming.

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