Resources for Learning Disability and Dyslexia

Thank you for visiting LDRFA Resource Page. This is a growing list of links and online resources for people with learning disabilities. Government Resources NYC Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities Resources – The directory of government and non-profit organizations specializing in helping people with learning disabilities. Education Resources Kurzweil Education: Learning without boundaries, without…

Governor Cuomo, Thank You For Signing The Dyslexia Legislation

On behalf of LD Resources Foundation (LDRFA), the learning disabled individuals, students and their families that we support; we applaud you for signing into law A.8262/S.6581, The Bipartisan Dyslexia Legislation to Address Common Learning Disability in Students.  Your action to enact, and the tireless advocacy of Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon and Senator Martin Golden…

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Famous People and Celebrities with Learning Disabilities and Dyslexia

Celebrities with Learning Disabilities You are not alone! There are many famous people and celebrities with learning disabilities who achieved great success. Find out who these people are and learn how these remarkable personalities have overcome challenges and become influential figures in their respective fields. Some of the most brilliant minds of our era have…

Dyslexia, ADHD AND Learning Disabilities Facts

What Is a Learning Disability? A learning disability is a neurological disorder. People with learning disabilities may have difficulty reading, writing, spelling, reasoning, recalling and/or organizing information with working memory. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NIH) learning disabilities affect the ability: Learning disabilities are disorders that affect the ability to:…

How Henry Winkler transformed private battle with dyslexia into comedy

Henry Winkler is having plenty of “Happy Days” lately. The 71-year-old beloved actor, best known by fans for his role as leather-wearing greaser Arthur “The Fonz” Fonzarelli in the 1970s hit sitcom, is successfully pursuing another passion. Winkler is the co-author of a best-selling children’s book series based on humorous Hank Zipzer, a fourth-grader with learning…