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Calgary moms concerned about lack of special needs support in Alberta’s education system

These three Moms feel let down...frustrated by the lack of support and resources, but ultimately, very worried for their children's futures. Listen to or read the full news clip.

2023 CADDAC Conference in Calgary!

Don't miss out on the best learning opportunity for individuals with ADHD & their families, educators & healthcare professionals.

Two full days featuring local, national and international experts sharing their knowledge and strategies to make your life easier and more successful.

Early bird registration pricing is now live...and it includes lunch!

If you are an organization interested in participating in the resource fair, vendor applications are available on the conference website.

Parent to Parent: Making the Most of Summer For Your Child with LD

School can be frustrating for children with learning challenges but their summer shouldn't be. It's a time to relax and recharge but what that means for your child is as unique as they are.

S.T.A.R. - New Program!

Supporting Transitions to Adult Responsibilities

Calling all young adults ages 18 to 23 with ADHD and/or Learning Disabilities!

Are you ready to take charge of your future and achieve independence? 

Do you want to develop essential life skills for adulthood? 

Are you eager to gain valuable work experience?

The S.T.A.R. Program supports the development of these skills by providing volunteer opportunities to gain workplace experience, build fundamental life skills like budgeting and how to rent their first home after they move out and develop general employment skills.

Teacher's Guide to Anxiety

Sometimes anxiety is easy to identify — when a child is too nervous to read aloud or make a presentation in class. Other times anxiety in the classroom can look like something else entirely — an upset stomach, disruptive or angry classroom behaviour, ADHD or even a learning disorder. 

In this guide we outline the types of anxiety that are common in children, and the symptoms of anxiety you might see in your classroom.

Parent AND Employer of Your Adult Child

Do you run our own business and also employ your adult child with a disability? It's not uncommon for parents to continue worrying and caring for their adult child with a Learning Disability or ADHD by hiring them to work in the family business.

It's difficult enough to run a business, but when it also involves your kids, the usual entrepreneurial challenges can quickly get bogged down by an additional, weighty layer of emotional and relational complexity.

Check out these two organizations whose sole purpose is to provide support, networking and resources to family-run businesses.