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Autism 
ADHD
Learning Differences
Mental Health

Life changes in countless ways when you're the parent of a neurodivergent child.

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Their journey becomes yours and is intricately connected to your ability to advocate for their needs.

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I am here to help as you lead the way.

It's called exceptional caregiving because
it requires more of you.
More time, knowledge, expertise,
support, flexibility & resources.

Navigating school, special education & the complexities of life with a uniquely skilled partner will make all the difference.


 

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From their early years through college,

when your child or teen is neurodiverse,

their life revolves around school.

Your life revolves around them.

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And when your child is struggling, you are too.

It impacts everything. Marriages. Families. Jobs. Time. Mental health.

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Increasing your competence & confidence will bring results.

In school. At home. In your child's life. And yours.

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I will show you how. It starts now.

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Mother-to-Motherâ„ 

 A tailored coaching program where your parenting & life realities guide and determine how to support your child & their needs.

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Navigating school, family & home.

Work-related issues & strategies.

Locating resources & providers.

Caregiving & burnout.

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Bi-weekly or as-needed sessions.

Regular e-mail communication.

Weekly check-ins.

Rapid urgent/crisis response.

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The Deep Diveâ„ 

Review of school-related documents...evaluation reports, independent evaluations, IEPs, 504s, behavior & transition plans.

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Understanding/interpreting evaluation reports & data, addressing progress/regression, school placement options.

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Post-document review consultation & written recap. 

Requesting/preparing for new evaluations & next steps.

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IEP Meetings

Navigating IEP meetings...the most critical and emotion laden 

aspect of your school-focused

parent advocacy efforts.

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The process & players.

IEP goals. Accommodations, modifications, direct instruction. District accountability. 

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90-minute preparation &

60-minute post-meeting sessions.

Timelines & next steps.

(IEP meeting participation optional &

upon request.)

Navigating special education isn't for the faint of heart.

Either is being the parent of
a child with complex needs.

We'll be focusing on both.
 

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Why me.

I know you because I've been you.

A working parent raising a neurodivergent child diagnosed at a young age where ongoing school struggles defined life. For both of us.

With a business background and approach, I've been coaching, advising, and providing special education advocacy and related support for 25 years, centered on increasing your ability to effectively navigate the complex special education arena solely focusing
on one child.
Yours.
 

Why now.

Every day counts.

What's working, what's not, why, and what changes are needed to the services, supports, and
other areas across domains.

It may involve special education eligibility, "front-loading" interventions,
IEP development/implementation and revisions, data collection to monitor progress or regression, modifications & accommodations, or ongoing
school engagement & communication.
All and more are integral to navigating the process and arena.
Your advocacy & role are pivotal.
 

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