Non-attorney, special education advocate, credentialed P.E. teacher, Adapted Physical Education (APE) specialist, and parent of a child with special needs helps assess, plan and implement IEPs for individuals with disabilities. Also provides Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE) for APE. Free initial consultation.
Program designed to give young adults (ages 17–24) the opportunity to complete their education, connect with apprenticeships, and receive workforce training, mental health services and housing assistance.
Allan Roth, M.S.Ed. educational consultation and advocacy assisting with IEPs, 504s, SSTs, expulsions, adult services/agencies, training, Regional Center, In-Home Support Services (IHSS) and Dept. of Social Services.
Advocacy for children with disabilities including IEP, IFSP and IHSS help in North County.
Supports families with children with disabilities specializing in the IHSS application process. Ashley Simmons Advocacy also assists families in building collaborative IFSPs, IPPs and IEPs for students in preschool through fifth grade.
Supports all families regardless of age or diagnosis. Provides representation for meetings, mediation, due process and state hearings. Creators of the Secret IEP Guide, found on their website.
Special education advocacy from the parent of a child with special needs supporting students with disabilities and their families through a person-centered approach.
Resources and support for parents, guardians and families of children with disabilities for procedural safeguards and educational nights.
Explains procedures for receiving Medi-Cal and managing care.
888-452-8609
Teaches self-esteem through two programs: AMPLIFY is an educational program teaching self-advocacy skills to girls (5 & up) and women with disabilities; ADVOCATE is a leadership development program that empowers girls and women with disabilities to impact change locally and nationally.
Responsible for ensuring the protection of legal, civil, and service rights of persons who require services through publicly funded agencies that serve persons with developmental disabilities.
Academic, research and advocacy organization working to improve the lives of children (with emphasis on child protection and foster care) and enhance resources for youth aging out of foster care. USD law students serve as advocates.
USD School of Law
Helps individuals with disabilities receive Social Security Disability/SSI and/or Veteran’s Disability benefits, but community resources are available to everyone.
Works to bring about fairness and justice for Californians with disabilities.
Andrea Katz, Ed.D and former special education teacher, provides advocacy to families in East and South San Diego County, including student observation, IEP meeting support and improved district communication. Free initial consultation.
Special education advocate supports families in the special education process to ensure children are provided with a free and appropriate public education (FAPE).
Self-advocate with Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy teaches families how to advocate for their children and to empower them to advocate for themselves. Available for training and speaking engagements.
Special education attorney offers education and disability legal representation through a collaborative and results-oriented approach.
Helps child development through parent education and in-home strategies. Reviews IEPs and helps parents advocate for quality behavioral support plans.
Educates, informs and connects parents and people with disabilities. Encourages efforts to restore, defend and preserve the Lanterman Act and protect rights of individuals with disabilities.
Special education law firm dedicated to giving children a level playing field in their education. Provides legal representation, parent and professional training, community support and consultations. Se habla Español.
Attorney and the mom of a child with special needs, dedicated to protecting the rights of children, provides special education legal services.
Special education advocacy for IEPs, mediation, due process hearings, and children who suffer emotional/physical injuries due to negligence and bullying at school.
Expert representation in divorce, custody and support, bankruptcy, estate planning and immigration for San Diego and Imperial Counties.
Workshops guide people through disability benefits and special needs trust resources to ensure financial stability for families and self-sufficiency for individuals. charlene@ocssandiego.com
Advocacy, parent training, online information center for those
Unique co-advocacy model (each client has two advocates) with a child-centered approach. Builds bridges between clients and school districts to achieve positive outcomes at IEP and 504 meetings.
Provides patients with arbitration, mediation and negotiation to settle issues with access to care, medical debt and job retention related to illness or disability.
Helps parents navigate the special education system, evaluations, classroom observations, reviewing assessments, reports, and IEPs, assisting meetings, and seeking alternate school placements.
Offers self-advocacy, tracks legislation and provides information on writing to governmental offices.
Offers self-advocacy, tracks legislation and provides information on writing to governmental offices.
Bilingual advocacy from parents of children with disabilities. Helps obtain services by reviewing records, collaborating with special education professionals and attending IEP and 504 meetings. Free consultation.
Former special education teacher assists local families with IEP meetings, communication with school districts, eligibility, 504 plans, state compliance complaints and more.
We get you because we ARE you! Certified advocates and SLPs providing IEP advocacy, conferences and 1:1 mentoring through the IEP process for Autism families. Free 15-min. consultation.
Bilingual staff helps people with disabilities, families and professionals navigate special education and disability services. Reviews IEP documents and offers appointments to explore assistive technology options for learning and communicating.
Preventative healthcare advocacy and help with getting insurance.
Helps parents navigate special education law because every child deserves a meaningful education. Free initial consultation. Se habla español.
Marta Victoria Leyva has a bilingual private practice that advocates for educational rights of students. Offers professional and parent training, development and educational consulting.
Accurate, reliable information about special education law, general education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities. Excellent parent trainings.