Helpful Tips

• Connect with other families as they are, a wonderful source of information.

• Get involved and stay involved if you think your child needs help.

• Be persistent with your child’s school or when trying to access services. Sometimes schools and others providing services may try to downplay your child’s problems.

• The goals described in your child’s treatment plan or IEP should be very clear and concrete.  You should be able to measure your child’s progress.

• Ask questions, write everything down and be prepared to advocate for your child.