There are many adults whose dyslexia is only discovered much later in life and others who simply don't realise they are dyslexic.

Knowing is important - it is only when you understand your dyslexia that you can find the right help and maximise your potential.

The Adult Support Group offers advice, information and help to dyslexic people, their families and the professionals who support them.

Contact the Helpline or access the website for further information:

• Croydon Dyslexia Association Helpline: 08442 49 69 49
• Website: www.croydononline.org/dyslexia

Indicators of Dyslexia:

• Making mistakes when writing cheques
• Confusing telephone numbers and PIN numbers
• Poor spelling
• Mixing up dates and times
• Difficulty completing forms
• Confusing bus numbers i.e. 95 and 59
• Difficulty saying months of year
• Difficulty telling left from right
• Reading a page from a book takes longer
• Difficulty with reading and saying long words

Problems with several of the above may possibly be an indicator of dyslexia.

If you think you may be dyslexic, or know someone who may benefit from finding out more information, the following may be of help:

Where to get an assessment:

CALAT

• If you are registered to take a course through Croydon Council's many adult learning classes, free dyslexia assessment is available by contacting Jean Kennedy.
• Tel: 020 8253 8560. This includes evening classes as well as those for improving your English and maths (life and basic skills).

Dyslexia Action

• Telephone for cost of an assessment 01784 222300 or 222337 (Egham).

Helen Arkell Dyslexia Centre

• Telephone for cost of assessment 01252 792400 (Farnham).

General Information

Assistance with driving tests: Theory and practical.  DVLC Tel: 0870 600 0301

Disabled student allowance for dyslexia: Contact Learning Support Department at college of attendance.

British Dyslexia Association: Website: www.bdadyslexia.org.uk Helpline: 0845 251 9002

Adult Dyslexia Association: Tel: 0207 924 9559

Independent Dyslexia Consultants (formerly Adult Dyslexia and Skill Development Centre):
Tel: 020 7388 8744  Helpline: 0845 450 3180

London Adult Support Group: Tel: 020 8870 1407

Dyslexia Adults Link: Website: www.dyslexia-adults.com

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