This program focuses on social development skills. Our social coaches will work with students on a variety of social skills in a fun and interactive format. Our program content is based on the PEERS® curriculum for social skills training.

**First-time participants must provide a copy of child’s Psycho-educational Assessment**

Children must have a primary diagnosis of LD and/or ADHD to be eligible.

Program Information

What social and emotional skills will be learned?

• Interpersonal skills. i.e. communication, listening, friendship skills
• Coping with emotions and stress
• Conflict resolution and problem solving
• Self-advocacy skills
• Self-Esteem
• Bullying and cyberbullying topics

Who is the program designed for?

This co-ed program is designed for children ages 8 to 12 with a primary diagnosis of a Learning Disability  and/or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) who may:

• Avoid social contact
• Behave immaturely
• Be shy or timid in groups
• Frequently fight with peers
• Display a lack of self-esteem and self-confidence
• Enjoy meeting other children with LD and/or ADHD

About the Course:

• 6-week program
• Participants are divided into age-appropriate groups of up to six (6) children.
• Classes are 1 hour per week
• Maximum of 6 children per class
• Accredited group leaders
• Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter programs

Registration Information:

Fee: $250 LDAYS Member and $300 Non-Member

Subsidies and payment plans are available for qualified individuals.

Families who have insurance may request information from their provider for coverage under social work services.

Click here to see if your family qualifies for subsidies.

For more information, contact Heidi Rysan at (905) 884-7933 x 3 or email heidi.rysan@ldays.org

Note: Due to enrollment requirements, program availability is subject to change. Full payment due at time of registration. No make-up days available. There are no guarantees for a spot as participants are placed in groups depending on the number of registrants, their age and gender.