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The mission of the American Diabetes Association (the Association) is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin.  Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life.  The cause of diabetes continues to elude the medical community, although research has shown that both genetics and environmental factors such as obesity and lack of exercise appear to play roles.

Our mission is to be a relentless force in building a world of strong, healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Our mission drives everything we do. We’re the nation’s leader in CPR education training. We help people understand the importance of healthy lifestyle choices. We provide science-based treatment guidelines to healthcare professionals to help ensure the best treatment for every patient, every time. We educate lawmakers, policy makers and the public as we advocate for changes to protect and improve the health of our communities.

The MLPD is a membership-based organization representing the concerns of people with all types of disabilities in Manitoba. Since its establishment in 1974, the MLPD has developed expertise on numerous issues affecting the lives of people with disabilities. A few such issues are accessibility, education, employment, housing, income security, support services, and transportation. The MLPD supports Manitobans with disabilities with social policy research and consultation, public education programs, information and referral services, and class advocacy. MLPD Philosophy -Manitobans with disabilities have the same rights and responsibilities as any other person. -All persons, regardless of abilities, must have access to opportunities in order to exercise these rights.

We support younger people living with young onset dementia and their families in Berkshire, Surrey Heath, NE Hants and Farnham.We provide one to one support and activity based workshops across the working week for people with a young onset dementia diagnosis, providing respite for their carers.

The Learning Disabilities Association provides information, support, guidance and resources to people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). We try to help people increase their opportunities and realize their potential.

Since 1963, LDAC has provided support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals. At the national, provincial/territorial and local levels, LDA provides cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources. These services make the Learning Disabilities Association of Canada the leading resource for information on learning disabilities.

The purposes of this Association are: 1. To ensure that persons with developmental disabilities have the same opportunities as other citizens to live in a manner consistent with their needs and capabilities. 2. To ensure that the services provided will offer developmental options/opportunities to the individual with the ultimate option being community integration. 3. To monitor the quality of services to persons with developmental disabilities and to ensure that human rights and dignity are respected. 4. To offer support to families of persons with developmental disabilities. 5. To promote improved public understanding and positive attitudes toward persons with developmental disabilities.

Learning Disabilities Association of Chatham-Kent (LDACK) is a volunteer based, non-profit organization in existence in Chatham-Kent since 1976. We provide structured programs, an excellent resource library, mentoring, advocacy, support and information and referral to individuals of Chatham-Kent (parents, families, professionals) with or involved with Learning Disabilities (LD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and related issues. Programs and services include after-school and summer tutoring, after-school and summer social skills, assistive technology training, after-school and summer secondary school preparation course - SOAR (SOme Assembly Required), information and referral, resource library, information meetings, newsletters, advocacy, and membership.

The Learning Disabilities Association of Kingston is a volunteer based charitable organization and chapter of the provincial LDA of Ontario. We provide a lending library, self-help advocacy support, a quarterly newsletter, support and information, referrals to other agencies, workshops, presentations, information meetings and membership. Our lending library includes books, DVD's and video's on learning disabilities and co-existing conditions as well as assistive technology. From time to time, we offer direct service programs for children and adults. We have representation on SEAC (Special Education Advisory Committee) with local school boards. We facilitate special programming from time to time, such as a social skills program called the Friendship Club for 9-11 year olds run by LDA Kingston in collaboration with two local school boards. Visit our website at: www.ldakingston.com

As the provincial office of the LDAA, our programs ans services are directed toward province wide concerns. We provide support and coordination to our chapters and informaiton and advice to individuals in the province. A primary role is to ensure public awareness of learning disabilities. The programs and services of the LDAA fall into 6 categories; public awareness and education, advocacy, chapter development, resource development, scholarships, and collaboration and coordination with other related groups. Direct community service and programming is provided by our chapters.

We offer a number of programs and services that individuals and families can draw from to better understand and deal with LDs: - Parent Support/Education Nights (October-June) – a monthly forum to share experiences, concerns and solutions - Lending library and resource materials at the Roy Cooper Memorial Resource Centre - Workshops for parents, teachers, workplaces and community groups on a variety of topics related to LDs/ADHD - One-on-one consulting sessions with children, their families and adults with LDs, including advocacy coaching and referrals - Advocacy coaching, particularly related to navigating the education and workplace systems - Sunshine Day Social Skills Summer Camp – summer programs providing children with LDs a positive, supportive environment in which to learn social skills, build problem-solving skills and increase confidence and self-esteem - Advice and samples of assistive technologies