Useful Tools
It may seem like the last thing you have time to do is organize a notebook to hold all the information you have on your child and the effects of the brain injury. However, your ability to find this information could determine how quickly—or even whether—your child receives necessary benefits or services. Here are some tips, tools, and forms to help you Create a Notebook.
IEP/504
There are two important federal laws that help children with special needs or disabilities in school. They are the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. These laws help insure that students receive the services or accommodations needed to learn and succeed in school. But, what does this mean? How do you make the laws work for you? IEP/504
Big List
Many parents find it helpful to create a Big List of their child's information.
When nothing seems to work...
You've been in multiple meetings about your child. You've used excellent communication skills, kept a positive attitude, offered solutions, and been open to negotiating. But you're still not getting what your child needs. It may be time to call in an advocate. Advocacy.