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Education-Related Resources
Center for Parent Information & Resources
Center for Parent Information & Resources is the central “hub” of information and products created for the network of Parent Centers serving families of children with disabilities.
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, Inc. (COPAA)
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, Inc. (COPAA) is a nonprofit organization of attorneys, advocates, parents and related professionals who work to protect the legal and civil rights of and secure excellence in education on behalf of tens of thousands of students with disabilities and their families each year at the national, state and local levels.
U.S. Department of Education’s Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
U.S. Department of Education’s Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) - The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a law that makes available a free appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities throughout the nation and ensures special education and related services to those children.
The IDEA governs how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education, and related services to eligible infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities. Infants and toddlers, birth through age 2, with disabilities and their families receive early intervention services under IDEA Part C. Children and youth ages 3 through 21 receive special education and related services under IDEA Part B.
inclusion press
Inclusion Press is a collection of articles, videos, books – resources that summarize both the evolution and practice of inclusion – as told by many of the key authors and developers of Person Centered Practices – Circles of Support, MAPS, PATH, and more.
Intelligent
Intelligent - College Planning Guide for Students with Learning Disabilities. In this extensive planning guide, there are tools to aid in being successful in understanding the college environment for students with learning disabilities as well as your rights and potential accommodations. Whether it’s in-person or online college you’re pursuing, they'll show you where to find the best resources to achieve your goals.
Parent and Educator Resource Guide to Section 504 in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools
Parent and Educator Resource Guide to Section 504 in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools Section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 requires public schools to offer accommodations for eligible students with disabilities. These accommodations help students with disabilities participate in school activities with their peers who do not have disabilities.
Think College
Think College is a national organization dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education options for people with intellectual disabilities. With a commitment to equity and excellence, they support evidence-based and student-centered research and practice by generating and sharing knowledge, guiding institutional change, informing public policy, and engaging with students, professionals and families.
Understood
Understood is a non-profit dedicated to serving the millions of families of kids who learn and think differently. Their programs for families, educators, and young adults focus on empowering people who learn and think differently and those who support them, offering customized, accessible resources and a compassionate community.
Disability-Related Resources
Cerebral Palsy Guidance
Cerebral Palsy Guidance was created to provide answers and assistance to parents of children with cerebral palsy. Their goal is to reach as many members of the cerebral palsy community as possible, building up a network of support, as well as providing necessary assistance. Their information is meant to complement and not replace any advice or information from a health professional.
CHILDHOOD APRAXIA OF SPEECH (CAS)
Apraxia Kids supports parents and professionals in understanding and raising awareness for childhood apraxia of speech (CAS). Upon hearing the diagnosis for the first time, the amount of information can be overwhelming. This guide will help you answer some of the questions you may be having.
INSURANCE ADVOCACY GUIDE
This Insurance Advocacy Guide was developed because the cost of intensive therapy creates a huge burden for families. Apraxia Kids developed the This guide provides families and therapists with resources and information to help advocate for insurance coverage of required therapy for children with high needs including speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and other health related treatment.
Open Books Open Doors
Open Books Open Doors provides free literacy screenings for Connecticut children with Down syndrome in pre-school through grade 3 as well as resources for parents and teachers on best practices in literacy instruction for students with Down syndrome.
Orange Effect Foundation
Orange Effect Foundation makes sure children with speech disorders receive the speech therapy and technology equipment they need...especially when the children's family doesn't have the financial means.