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Essential resources every special needs parent should read

Ultimate Guide to Choosing an Autism Therapy Center
Complete guide to selecting the best autism therapy center. Covers ABA therapy evaluation, BCBA credentials, BHCOE accreditation, red flags, and comprehensive checklists for informed decisions.
Autism Centers ABA Therapy BCBA Credentials Parent Guide
Ultimate Checklist for Choosing a Special Needs School
Complete guide with evaluation criteria, visit checklists, and comparison tools for selecting the perfect special needs school for your child.
School Selection Evaluation Criteria Checklists Red Flags
Complete IEP Guide for Parents
Master the IEP process from start to finish. Includes legal rights, meeting preparation, goal setting, and advocacy strategies.
IEP Process Legal Rights Goal Setting Advocacy
How to Request a Special Education Evaluation
Step-by-step guide to requesting evaluations, understanding timelines, and preparing for the process.
Evaluation Process Legal Timelines Documentation Preparation
504 Plan vs IEP: Complete Parent's Guide
Comprehensive comparison guide to help parents understand the differences between 504 Plans and IEPs and choose the right support for their child.
504 Plan IEP Comparison Decision Framework School Support
Understanding Early Intervention Services
Complete guide to early intervention services for children birth to 3 years. Learn about developmental milestones, evaluation process, and IFSP development.
Early Intervention Birth to 3 IFSP Developmental Milestones
ADHD School Support: Complete Guide
Comprehensive guide to supporting children with ADHD in school. Learn about accommodations, IEPs, 504 plans, and advocacy strategies.
ADHD Support School Accommodations Behavior Strategies Parent Advocacy

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School Selection

Choosing the right educational environment

3 Guides

IEP & Legal

Understanding your rights and processes

4 Guides

Support & Therapy

Finding and working with specialists

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Home Strategies

Daily life and behavior management

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More comprehensive guides are on the way

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Comprehensive guide to autism signs, interventions, and support strategies.
Autism Early Intervention Therapies
Transition Planning for Special Needs Students
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Guide to post-secondary planning and life skills development.
Transition Planning Life Skills Post-Secondary
Dyslexia and Learning Differences
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Understanding learning differences and educational support strategies.
Dyslexia Learning Disabilities Reading Support
Building Self-Advocacy Skills
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Teaching children and teens to advocate for their own needs.
Self-Advocacy Independence Communication

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