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The LDA-CF provides information and referral services, workshops and educational enhancement opportunities for parents, and teachers of children with learning disabilities and other related disorders.
Established in 1969, the LDA-CF, is part of the Learning Disabilities Association of America.
Upcoming Events:
April
Saturday, April 17 at 3:30pm
Bowl-A-Thon Fundraiser
Colonial Lanes
Please call for more details 407-894-0074
All workshops are $15.00 per person. If you are unable to afford the cost of the workshop, please call Melody at LDA-CF so that we may assist you. Registration will be at the door, but we strongly urge you to register prior to the event by calling LDA-Cf at 407-894-0074.
Thursday, April 22 at 6pm Cherokee School
Who Qualifies, Who Doesn't and Why
This workshop will discuss different forms of testing used to evaluate for special education placement. Dr. Epps will discuss qualifications necessary for placement and an overview of IEPs and their purpose will also be explored.
Presented by Dr. Wanda Epps
Wednesday, April 28 at 6pm Cherokee School
Fine Motor Functioning
This workshop offers techniques and ideas to help with hand strengthening for writing and cutting.
Presented by Hilda Rivera
May
Wednesday, May 5 at 6 pm Cherokee School
Cranial Sacral Therapy
Jill Mabry will present the history, concepts and theory behind the gentle approach of Cranial Sacral therapy. An estimated 50 percent of all learning-disabled children may benefit from CST, which is used to detect and correct cranial sacral restrictions. You will learn simple techniques using the cranial sacral rhythm as a guide.
Presented by Jill Mabry, LMT, CST
Thursday May 6 at 6pm at Cherokee School Cafeteria
Bi-Polar Disorder
This presentation will review the diagnostic criteria, popular treatment methods and implications of this diagnosis on everyday functioning.
Presented by Susan Ziegler Urtz, LMHC, NCC
Tuesday May 11 at 6pm at Cherokee School Cafeteria
Attachment Disorder/Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Recent studies have shown a significant increase in the positive outcome of treatment. Learn about the common diagnostic factors, new treatment methodologies and outcome. This presentation will also review behavioral strategies that parents and educators may use to manage children suffereing from RAD.
Presented by Susan Ziegler Urtz, LMHC, NCC
Thursday May 13 at 6pm at Cherokee School Cafeteria
Autism/Aspergers
Learn about the many forms of autism, including Aspergers Syndrome. This presentation will include a discussion on reasons why these children are often misdiagnosed and how proper intervention can lead to positive treatment outcomes in all settings.
Presented by Susan Ziegler Urtz, LMHC, NCC
Thursday May 18 at 6pm at Cherokee School Cafeteria
Schizophrenia
This presentation will dispel many of the common misunderstandings of this disorder. Genetic predisposition, diagnostic factors and new ideas for treatment will also be discussed.
Presented by Susan Ziegler Urtz, LMHC, NCC
Thursday May 20 at 6pm at Cherokee School Cafeteria
Central Auditory Processing Disoder
Particiapnts will gain a clearer understanding of this common learning problem including helpful strategies to manage these students in the classroom as well as information on the laws that govern students with specific learning disabilities.
Presented by Susan Ziegler Urtz, LMHC, NCC and John Urtz, MA
Thursday May 24 at 6pm at Cherokee School Cafeteria
Learning Disabilities
Learn about the most common learning disabilities currently being seen in the classroom setting. Participants will learn about diagnostic issues, treatment avenues, behavioral strategies and the laws governing the rights of children with learning disabilites.
Presented by Susan Ziegler Urtz, LMHC, NCC and John Urtz, MA
Thursday May 25 at 6pm at Cherokee School Cafeteria
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Understand ADHD and the many diagnosis that often accompany ADHD, such as learning disabilities, depression and anxiety. Participants will learn behavioral interventions that can be implemented in the home and school settings to enable children suffering from this diagnosis to function successfully. Discussion will also review the current laws that govern the rights of children affected by this diagnosis.
Presented by Susan Ziegler Urtz, LMHC, NCC and John Urtz, MA
June
Tuesday June 8 at 6pm - Location to be announced
Brain Gym
Please check our phone line for more information at 407-894-0074. Our Silent Auction will take place at the end of the workshop.
Brain Gym is used widely by adults, children and seniors to bring abour rapid and often dramatic improvements in concentration, memory, reading, organization skills, language and number skills, writing, speaking, and athletic performance.
**Workshop fee $25.00** Presented by Debi Brocklehurst, B.A.
Please call the Learning Disabilities Resource Center to register for these GREAT events 407-894-0074.
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550 South Eola Drive
Orlando, Florida 32801
(407) 894-0074
Fax: (407) 894-9046
E-mail the LDA-CF
The Learning Disabilities Resource Center is located at Cherokee School in the downtown area of Orlando located on the corners of Summerlin, Palmer and Eola Drive. To access the cafeteria, enter the Palmer Street entrance to the parking lot. The cafeteria can be entered off of the parking lot in the back of the school.
Click here for a printable Membership Form
Officers
President, Tara Powers
Vice President,
Secretary, Tracy Hanley
Treasurer, Melody O'Connor
Directors
Elizabeth Bosserman
Howard Van Deest
Reggie Buckles
There are still positions available. If you are interested, please call the Learning Disabilities Resource Center at 407-894-0074.
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