ADHD Community Needs Assessment Survey
CADDAC is looking to expand its programs and services in Canada, and we would like to get a better understanding of how to support individuals living with ADHD and their families.
We would be grateful if you would take a few minutes to fill out this survey. Those who complete the survey will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 $50 Amazon gift cards!
Participate at the button below.
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Continue your ADHD education!
Access 8 premium seminars recorded live in Calgary at our 15th Annual ADHD Conference.
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Mindfulness and ADHD by Dr. Mark Bertin (Keynote Speaker)
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ADHD: Attention Doesn't Half Describe It by Dr. Bertin (Keynote Speaker)
- ADHD Through The Lifespan by Dr. Heather Baker
- ADHD Procrastination Paralysis by Rhiannon Carter BA, B.Ed., PCC, AAMC
- ADHD and Comorbidities by Dr. Sam Chang
- ADHD and Autism: Similarities and Differences by Dr. Michael Lee Zwiers
- Mental Toughness by Dr. Brent Macdonald
- Thriving in the 9 to 5 by Faelyne Templer
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Living as an Older Adult with ADHD by Joan
As a woman nearing 60yrs, a young senior living with ADHD, it was important to me to be diagnosed late in life. This diagnosis became necessary as distractibility, time management, and persistent rejection sensitive dysphoria (RDS) unhinged me in both my academic and professional practice as a registered psychotherapist in Ontario. To the point of risking failure and losing my helping career. I leaned into CADDAC to find a community of support.
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Interested in sharing your ADHD story?
Become a volunteer guest blogger for CADDAC!
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ADHD Support Groups
Feeling overwhelmed with life’s twists and turns? CADDAC’s ADHD Support Groups for Parents and Adults are led by trained facilitators who are all adults with ADHD.
Each session will allow you to share your story or strategies with others who understand what it means to be affected by ADHD. An email with the Zoom link will be sent a day before the session.
For more information about our ADHD Support Groups, contact info@caddac.ca
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ADHD and Substance Use Disorder Peer-led Support Groups
CADDAC's new ADHD and Substance Use Disorder Peer-Led Support Groups are open to any adults with ADHD in Canada who are struggling with Substance Use Disorder. These support groups receive funding support from Health Canada.
Through these virtual group sessions, participants will receive emotional support and mentorship, critical education about ADHD, and strategies on how to manage some of the core symptoms that have led to substance use. These groups are offered in different time zones across Canada and are led by trained Peer Support Facilitators. Feel free to register for whichever timezone works best for your personal schedule!
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Youth ADHD Group Coaching Program: 16-24 years
Runs April to May 2024
Limited spots available!
In the dynamic and engaging Youth ADHD Group Coaching Program, teens and young adults will not only learn more about ADHD and the impact it can have on their lives, but also gain tools and techniques to set themselves up for success and learn how to grow from past experiences and achieve their goals.
Together, we'll work on:
- Living with ADHD
- Managing emotions, time, and money
- Self-advocacy
- Creating their own personal goal plan
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Disability Tax Credit Webinar
If you have ADHD, you may be eligible for the CRA Disability Tax Credit - but how do you start the process?
CPA Stefanie Ricchio explains the process of applying for this and other CRA supports in CADDAC's free webinar recording.
If you have any questions or need further information regarding the Disability Tax Credit, contact our Resource Navigator, Layla, at info@caddac.ca
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Host a Fundraiser
Make a profound impact on the community by hosting a fundraising event for CADDAC!
By rallying support for CADDAC, you're not just raising funds, but also fostering greater awareness and understanding of ADHD. Your efforts will directly contribute to empowering individuals affected by ADHD, providing them with resources, support, and education.Together, we can create a more inclusive and supportive environment for those living with ADHD.
The ADHD community is 2 million strong and by taking action you are helping to ensuring that no one feels alone in their journey. Let's unite in compassion and action to bring positive change to our community! Do you need an idea for an event? Here is a list of Fundraising Event ideas!
From more information, visit our website or contact Christine Lynch at Christine.lynch@CADDAC.ca
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Run for ADHD Awareness - Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend
Race virtually: May 26 to July 31, 2024
In-person: May 25th - 26th, 2024
Join the ADHD Community in downtown Ottawa this May to raise funds for ADHD Awareness!
Take part in the Kids Marathon, 2k, 5k, 10k, Half marathon, or full marathon. If you choose the virtual marathon, you can choose any date and location in May to complete your event.
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Run for ADHD Awareness - Servus Calgary Marathon
Race virtually: May 26 to June 23, 2024
In-person: May 26th, 2024
Join the ADHD Community in downtown Calgary this May to raise funds for ADHD Awareness!
Participants will be able to choose between an in-person event on May 26, 2024 or the virtual race experience from May 26th to June 23rd.
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What's New - Articles on ADHD | | |
Does ADHD Affect Women Differently?
The differences between boys and girls with ADHD has been a topic of much discussion over the years, and has evolved continually. Just as our understanding of ADHD itself has evolved. It used to be thought that only boys could have the condition. It also used to be thought that boys always grew out of it. We now know that neither of those is true.
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ADHD in Adults: Heidi Bernhardt on The Art of Science & Learning Podcast
Heidi Bernhardt is the founder of the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), a charity dedicated to awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD. There are many misconceptions on what ADHD is and particularly on how it impacts adults in the workplace.
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The Transformative Power of an ADHD Diagnosis for Older Women
Receiving an ADHD diagnosis (not to mention treatment), is tremendously healing – and life-changing. That’s the overwhelming message I heard from the dozens of women I interviewed, all over 60, who were diagnosed with ADHD later in life. Here are solutions to the Top 5 challenges facing women with ADHD.
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ADHD Women's Palooza
Monday, April 1st to 6th, 2024
Free access available!
Don't miss this life-changing week! Yes, ADHD IS different for women, so we’ve invited the world’s top ADHD experts to talk specifically about women’s issues. It’s truly a cream-of-the-crop lineup of experts including Ned Hallowell, Terry Matlen, Sari Solden, and many more…
Free participation details:
- Each day's sessions will be released at 9 am EDT that morning and expire at 12 pm EDT the following day.
- Video and audio will be available at no cost for 27 hours.
- Access to 5 daily meditations for ADHD Women
Paid access available. Learn more and sign up at the button below!
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ADHD and Anxiety: Considerations, Connections, and Strategies
Wednesday, April 3rd
7:00pm to 9:00pm MT
This free online presentation will focus on the relationship between ADHD and Anxiety. Our discussion will include the following topics:
- different types of anxiety that affect children and common symptoms
- when parents should consider intervention
- describe the relationship between ADHD and Anxiety
- overlapping symptoms
- comorbidity: how does having one impact the other
- treatment considerations
- parent-led supportive strategies
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Free Employment Skills Virtual Workshop
Saturday, April 6, 2024
This one hour FREE virtual webinar is hosted by WonderTree Child, Adolescent, and Family Services. The webinar is designed for youth living in Ontario, Canada, ages 15-21 who are seeking to learn more about employment readiness skills, and their caregivers. Ideal for youth and young adults that are autistic, have ADHD, or mental health concerns. This event will be hosted by a WonderTree Job Coach and Executive Functioning Coach, Abbie Cameron.
Topics included the webinar:
- Interviewing
- Advocacy
- Employer's Duties
- Workplace Accommodations
- Additional resources
A free take away document will be provided to participants on Advocacy for the workplace.
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Emotion dysregulation in the family: Clinical interventions for family members of youth with emotion dysregulation
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
This training webinar provided bySickKids Centre for Community Mental Health Learning Institute will focus on clinical interventions for family members of youth with emotion dysregulation. It will provide both education and intervention strategies for working with family members and focus on ways to support families who struggle with chronic relationship challenges due to emotion dysregulation.
This training is suitable for:
Mental Health Professionals: psychotherapists, counsellors, psychologists, social workers
Medical Professionals: nurses, psychiatrists, pediatricians, family doctors
Direct Service Workers: drop in workers, shelter and hostel workers, child and youth workers, youth justice workers.
The Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada (CADDAC) members can use the discount code CADDAC15 to save 15% off all upcoming programs by SickKids CCMH LI! Check out their programming and use the code during the registration: https://sickkidscmh.ca/learning-institute/our-courses/
*Please note: The CADDAC15 discount code only applies to new registrations and is not stackable with other active discount codes or promotional offers by SickKids CCMH LI.
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