Parents are often baffled by the problems presented by a child with learning disabilities. Often this “invisible disability� does not become obvious until a child reaches school age. Even then, difficulties may be subtle.

On our website you will find articles about:

Accommodations
Wendy Carver from the Utah State Office of Education wrote this amazing article on accommodations.

Understanding Evaluations
A through reference the evaluation process. Including what to do if you do not agree with the evaluation results.

The IEP Process walks parents through the IEP process from referral to IEP meeting.

Utah Parent Center's Disability Resource Book
This is a direct link to the Utah Parent Center's Disability Resource Book. It is the most comprehensive guide to resources available in Utah for parents of a child with a disability.

On the LDA national website, you will find articles about:

Overviews of several types of learning disabilities, associated processing problems and characteristics plus strategies to help at home and school.

Early Childhood

Helpful resources for understanding the early signs of learning disabilities, early assessments and ways to help your child.

Assessment and Evaluation

Critical information on the process used to determine whether a child has a disability.

Help with Your Child

These suggestions on how to assist your child and ways to cope yourself are sure to help.

Special Education

These excellent resources will help you negotiate the special education process and get the best services for your child.

Mental Health

Tips and guidelines for preventing, identifying, and addressing mental health issues linked to learning disabilities.