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Dyslexia Adult Support Group
The following information is supplied by The Dyslexia Adult Support Group
Answers to your questions about dyslexia
Q. How do I recognise if my child is
dyslexic?
A. The problem is normally recognised when an
otherwise bright and alert child is slow at reading, writing, and spelling but
may be good at other things.
Q. If I think that my child is dyslexic what
can I do?
A. Contact your
child’s head teacher and say what you suspect. There is a special needs
procedure as recommended in the Code of Practice 1993 for those found to have
problems. This process includes;
Early identification
Procedures for
monitoring progress
Local approach procedure
Statementing procedure
Q. How will this help?
A. The
appropriate remedial help should be given. Remember you are not alone. It is
estimated that 1 in 10 have some form of problem from dyslexia.
Q. Is dyslexia something that comes out of the
blue? Can it affect anyone?
A. The research tells us that it is
something that often can go from generation to generation. So if there has been
a known problem or a difficulty in past education, our advice would be for you
to contact your local Association.
Q. Can the problem be overcome?
A. Yes, with the right kind of help. We only need look at those people
(many famous) who have learned to control their Dyslexia.
Q. What are the aims of the DASG?
A.
1. To support adults and
parents of children who have been or who may be assessed as dyslexic.
2. To
publicise dyslexia and to bring the DASG to the notice of the LEA’s,
teaching profession, the general public and Industry .
3. To support
research and to give practical aid to adults and children with dyslexic
problems. To see the Benefits of dyslexia!
Q. What are the benefits of the Association?
A. Representation locally and nationally through our
connections to the British Dyslexia Association founded in 1972. The BDA has
been very influential in gaining recognition for dyslexic people in our country
and overseas; working constantly to improve understanding and for the
appropriate provisions to be made accessible to those who need them. A chance
to meet other parents and children who have coped with dyslexia.
Keeping
you up to date with LEA provision and policy.
Lists of Qualified Tutors and
Educational Psychologists and offering talks from experts.
Membership is for anyone interested in dyslexia
For further information contact the Dyslexia Adult Support Group . Dyslexia Centre . 115A Market Street . Chorley . Lancashire . PR7 2SL http://www.futurenet.co.uk/charity/ado/adogray/addsupp.htm