advocate Archives - In Support of Families

Advocate for Your Child

Parents as Advocates An advocate fights for the rights of someone else, typically someone who is not able to speak for themselves. Children, especially children with special needs, are not always able to speak for themselves. They need an advocate,

Inclusion-What it Means for Your Child

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was written with the concept that every child should be included in the mainstream classroom and curriculum to the fullest extent possible. When that setting does not meet their needs, alternatives are considered.