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18/09/2019 - Juanita Beaudry

Opening Sentences

The message on this video speaks to me because I also have ADHD. As my elected official I would like you to be aware of the information shared in this media release. The message on the video that I am sharing with you speaks to our family because ADHD

18/09/2019 - Juanita Beaudry

Closing Sentences

I look forward to receiving your thoughts on how your government will improve this situation. I would like to book a meeting with you to share our family’s challenges and concerns. I would like to book a time for us to discuss my concerns over the phon

18/09/2019 - Juanita Beaudry

Possible Additional Sentences

As one of your constituents I am asking that my provincial (federal) government form a working committee to address the socioeconomic consequences of not supporting those with ADHD. As one of your constituents I would like you to be aware of the lack o

03/09/2019 - Juanita Beaudry

Becoming an ADHD Coach

I listened to a piece on adult ADHD on CBC radio and my internal voice grew growing louder and louder ... Yes! Yes! Yes! Finally good content on ADHD!!!! This inspired me to share my story. Since my son was diagnosed with ADHD and Dysphasia 10 years ag

27/08/2019 - Juanita Beaudry

Advocating for Those Walking in my Footsteps

I am 30 years old, and currently reside in Timmins, Ontario. I have been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD-combined type (severe). I had the testing completed when I was 17 years old, and I know the struggle of these illnesses and the impact it has all around yo

20/08/2019 - Juanita Beaudry

Getting My Daughter Assessed for ADHD

We asked: Were you able to access an assessment for ADHD easily? What was the wait time and cost? For my daughter it would have taken 1-2 years to get an assessment done through the public system in BC. We ended up borrowing money from family to get it