The learning disabilities community loses a courageous, dedicated advocate

The learning disabilities community loses a courageous, dedicated advocate

LDAO was very sad to learn that our longtime colleague and friend, Heather Holden, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Heather provided leadership in the learning disabilities movement for over 35 years. She was an integral part of the Halton Chapter and also served on the LDAC and LDAO board of directors, and as President of LDAO from 1989 to 1992.  Heather was a tireless advocate for persons with LDs and their families, and showed her dedication in continuing this work right through her illness.

To honour of her legacy, LDA Halton will welcome visitors to their centre on Saturday September 28th, 2013 when they formally dedicate the Heather Holden Resource Library in her name.