If you are a parent or teacher of a child with a learning disability – or have learning disabilities yourself – you are not alone.
The good news is that the Learning Disabilities Association of Michigan is here to help! Since 1969, LDA of Michigan has been an affiliate of LDA of America and provided support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals with cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources. These services make LDA, and LDA of MI, the leading resources for information on learning disabilities.
Affiliate News
Disability Fair in Warren
For Our Friends and Members in Macomb County The City of Warren will host its first ever Disability Fair on Friday, October 26th from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in …
Toxins Have No Place in Mac and Cheese
Toxic chemicals called “phthalates” can harm babies’ brain development and were found in macaroni and cheese powder! LDA is part of a coalition that just launched a campaign asking Kraft …
Scholarship Opportunities for High School Seniors
NCLD’s Anne Ford and Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship Applications Now Open for High School Seniors with LD and ADHD The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) is now accepting applications …
Qualifying for SSI
Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, is a Federal income supplement program. These funds come from tax revenues rather than social security revenue. SSI provides cash to meet basic needs for …
You Can Take action for Healthy Children
Healthy Children Project: Calling on dollar stores to sell safe products We believe all families have a right to affordable and safe products. That is why the LDA is …
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National News
Learning Disabilities Association Announces New Executive Director
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) is pleased to announce Cynthia Cipoletti, JD, has been named Executive Director of the nonprofit devoted to supporting, educating, and advocating for individuals ...
Myths Create Misunderstanding about Learning Disabilities
Poor diet, too much television, and kids “just being lazy” are not causes of learning disabilities, although one-third of the respondents in a recent study thought these were accurate. During ...
Feature Articles
Questions Parents and Educators Can Ask to Start Conversations About Using Terms Like Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia
When parents and educators use the same terms to describe a child’s challenges, it’s easier for them to communicate and work together. Parents and educators may have different opinions about ...
LDA Exclusive Information
The membership newsletter, LDA Today, offers more information not found on the LDA website. To gain access to this exclusive content and be in the know about current legislation, educational ...
