Learning Disabilities Association of York-Simcoe
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Mission Statement
At LDAYS our vision is to assist individuals with Learning Disabilities achieve their full potential. We are determined to provide leadership in Learning Disabilities’ advocacy, research, education and services and to advance the full participation of children, youth and adults with Learning Disabilities in today’s society. We assist children, youth and adults with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD as well as their families. We achieve this by promoting positive change through: Dignity & Respect Respect for the dignity of all individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD Inclusivity, Support & Empowerment Belief in social justice and the value of diversity and inclusiveness Public Education & Advocacy Advocating the importance of understanding what a Learning Disability and ADHD are and how both can impact an individual’s life Innovation & Learning Encouraging an environment where individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD can learn and benefit from effective education and scientific-based practices kids-soaring Collaborative Partnerships Promote collaborations with special education professionals to improve the delivery of instruction and success of services. Leadership Positioning ourselves as a leader and advocate for all individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD as well as their families across York Region. Quality Programs & Services A dedication to associational and fiscal stability sustained by excellent customer services provided to members and the community. Integrity & Accountability A commitment to professional excellence, integrity and accountability
About This Cause
The Learning Disabilities Association of York-Simcoe (LDAYS) is a charitable non-profit organization which was established in 1976. We provide leadership in Learning Disabilities advocacy, research, education and services, and strive to advance the full participation of children, youth and adults with Learning Disabilities (LD) in society. In 1987 LDAYS had undergone a name change adding the word Adult to the name to reflect the adult and youth population with LDs. The name of the association became Ontario Association for Children and Adults with Learning Disabilities, a turning point on the history of LDAYS for increasing the services provided to youth, adults. The Association also became affiliated with the LDAO formerly known as “Ontario Association for Children with Learning Disabilities or OACLD” and the LDAC also formerly known as the “Canadian Association for Children with Learning Disabilities or CACLD.” Learning Disabilities refers to a variety of disorders that affect the acquisition, retention, understanding, and organization of information. It results from impairments in psychological processes in combination with average abilities for thinking and reasoning. Learning Disabilities are specific impairments and thus are distinct from intellectual disabilities. Learning Disabilities range in severity and interfere with the acquisition and use of one or more of the following important skills: Oral language Reading Written language Mathematics For success, people with Learning Disabilities require specialized interventions at home, in school, in community and in workplace settings, appropriate to their individual strengths and needs.