I didn’t even know hiring a Parent advocate was a thing…

Question: I didn’t even know hiring a parent advocate was a thing…?

Answer:

While hiring an advocate is definitely “a thing”, theoretically it shouldn't be needed in the educational system for students with disabilities because the system is set up that parents and schools should work together. But sometimes there is a breakdown of communication. Sometimes there's a breakdown of what is best for the student, and parents feel at a loss. So they hire an advocate to be their voice, to help them through the red tape, so they can sit in the role of just being a parent—the person who knows the child the best.

If you would like to learn more about Special Education Advocacy for your child, please schedule a free intro call with Laurie McDevitt, Special Education Advocate & Consultant. Serving families in the Chicagoland area and throughout the country.