Advocacy

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.

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.

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.

Ensures 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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.