• Are you dyslexic? See http://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/adultchecklist.html for a quick indication.

• ODA adult helpline – Tel: 079 721 434 95, or 01235 528405. The helpliners can supply contact details for Educational Psychologists, specialist teachers and assessments.

• The Dyslexia Research Trust for information on dietary supplements and the latest research into dyslexia www.dyslexic.org.uk

• Oxfordshire County Council runs a 'Skills for Life' service for adults (over 16) who want help with reading, writing and everyday maths. It offers free, taught courses and workshops up to and including GCSE level. Dyslexic learners attending any accredited course receive one-to-one tuition, an assessment if required, advice and help with exam concessions. Ring Michael White on 01865 340688 for details or email: michael.white@oxfordshire.gov.uk

• Disability Employment Advisor – help for dyslexic people who have problems at work, or those seeking employment. Tel 01865 445106.

• The Dyslexia Handbook 2007 c. 300pages. Published by the British Dyslexia Association (BDA) this book is a wealth of information on dyslexia. Cost: £12.00. Available from ODA and the BDA.

• Birmingham Adult Dyslexic Group http://www.badg.org/

• Adult Dyslexia Centre (Thames Valley) is based in Maidenhead, Berks and aims to help adult dyslexics and employers. http://www.adult-dyslexia-centre.co.uk/

• The British Dyslexia Association http://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/

• Key for learning http://www.key4learning.com/