LDA New York City

LDANYC focuses on three main areas of service:
Education
We help people by researching resource and decision-making options and presenting those options.
Empowerment
We train and coach people on how to become their own advocate in getting their special needs met.
Support
We continue to support people as they progress down the path of implementing new approaches to their learning issues.

Resource Center

We are committed to providing quality information and referrals about Learning Disabilities.  The three areas of our Resource Center are:

  • The FREE Learning Disabilities Helpline: For over 20 years our call center has facilitated access to information and referrals about Learning Disabilities, legal rights and, even more important, how to use those rights to secure instructional and other services. In addition, Helpline staff make referrals to agencies that provide independent evaluations, tutoring, counseling, recreational programs, vocational training, and legal assistance. 
  • LDA is now utilizing a web-based database for information and referrals.  This "cloud" service enables us to provide accurate information and track the progress of each active case.
  • Information materials are available through email, snail mail, and fax.  Feel free to ask about this FREE service.
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Learning Center

The Learning Lab is the dynamic classroom environment for our Career Transitions program.  Adults, as well as teens transitioning out of high school, who have been diagnosed with an LD, may visit the Lab to receive tutoring and career and job support.  

Individuals with an LD who are seeking to pass the GED certificate examination have access in the Learning Lab to the Literacy Link prep curriculum (workbooks and videos) published by PBS.  Roaming tutors offer basic assistance with Reading, Writing, Math, Science and Social Studies. 

The Career Transitions Program includes career assessment, writing workshops, job skills (resume, cover letter, interviews), job placement, and job retention services.  Career Transitions also offers support for college admissions and post-secondary educational accommodations. 

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