Learning Disabilities Association of Maine

Executive Director: Brenda M. Bennett

President: Gene J. Kucinkas, Jr.

Mission Statement:

The Learning Disabilities Association of Maine is dedicated to assisting individuals with specific learning disabilities, their families, and those who support them support, education, and advocacy (sea).

Membership Fee: $35.00

Eligibility Requirements: None

Area Served: State of Maine

Hours of Operation/Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8-4

Services Offered: one-on-one consultations, advice and information referral, education about Learning disabilities and the State regulations, annual Conference and several educational workshops throughout the year, and a vast lending library.

Events: November 21, 2009 Learning Disabilities Association Presents "Life After High School"...Preparing Teens for Transition to Adulthood. 180 West River Rd. Waterville, Maine 04901

Conferences/Speakers: OCTOBER 17, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Southern Maine Parent Awareness & the Learning Disabilities Association of Maine's Second Southern Maine Fall Conference Village by the Sea, Wells, Maine. Information & Inspiration for Parents & Educators for Children with Learning Disabilities & Related Disorders Back by Popular Demand: Rick Lavoie,M.A., M.Ed. "Rick's experiences as an educator, father, and consultant shine through as he describes obstacles to motivation and eloquently articulates interventions that will be most effective in sparking the interest and joy of kids, especially given their different needs." NOVEMBER 21, 2009 Renowned speaker/author Dr. Arlyn Roffman, PhD. Dr. Roffman is a professor of special education at Lesley University in Cambirdge, Massachusetts, where she serves as the founding director of the Threshold Program, a non-degree transition program for young adults with learning disabilities. She is a licensed psychologist, and also maintains a private practice focusing on the adjustment of youth and adults with Learning Disabilities. Her published works include: "Guiding Teens with Learning Disabilities: Navigating the Transition from High School to Adulthood", "A Classroom Teachers Guide to Mainstreeming", and "Meeting the Challenge of LD in Adulthood."

Fundraisers: LDA annual conference scheduled for November 21, 2009 will include many raffle items including gift certificates to several area restaurants, a beatiful handmade childrens wooden rocking horse, and a handmade country quilt. October 17, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Village by the Sea, Wells, Maine. Information & Inspiration for Parents & Educators for Children with Learning Disabilities & Related Disorders Back by Popular Demand: Rick Lavoie,M.A., M.Ed. Village by the Sea, Wells, Maine. Information & Inspiration for Parents & Educators for Children with Learning Disabilities & Related Disorders Back by Popular Demand: Rick Lavoie,M.A., M.Ed. "Rick's experiences as an educator, father, and consultant shine through as he describes obstacles to motivation and eloquently articulates interventions that will be most effective in sparking the interest and joy of kids, especially given their different needs." Southern Maine Parent Awareness & the Learning Disabilities Association of Maine's Second Southern Maine Fall Conference October 17, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Village by the Sea, Wells, Maine. Information & Inspiration for Parents & Educators for Children with Learning Disabilities & Related Disorders Back by Popular Demand: Rick Lavoie,M.A., M.Ed. "Rick's experiences as an educator, father, and consultant shine through as he describes obstacles to motivation and eloquently articulates interventions that will be most effective in sparking the interest and joy of kids, especially given their different needs." Southern Maine Parent Awareness & the Learning Disabilities Association of Maine's Second Southern Maine Fall Conference Southern Maine Parent Awareness & the Learning Disabilities Association of Maine's Second Southern Maine Fall Conference

Support Groups: Adult support group (this group is currently not accepting new members, however, it will be opening up to new members soon)

History:

Since 1963, the Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDAA/LDA) and since 1980 the Learning Disabilities Association of Maine (LDA-ME/LDA) have provided support to people with specific learning disabilities (SLD/LD), their parents, teachers and other professionals. At the national, state and local levels, LDA provides cutting edge information on specific learning disabilities and its co-existing disorders, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources. These services make the Learning Disabilities Association of America the leading resource for information on SLD.
LDA believes that every person with specific learning disabilities can be successful at school, at work, in relationships, and in the community -- given the right opportunities.