Advocacy Is More Than Attending a Meeting
Effective advocacy often begins well before an IEP meeting. Much of the work happens behind the scenes as your advocate reviews information, identifies concerns, researches options, and prepares a strategy based on your child’s individual needs. This preparation may include:
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In-depth parent interviews
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Reviewing your child's records and student materials
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Preparing you for the meeting and potential scenarios
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Analyzing data and draft documents
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Researching relevant services, supports, programs, and placement options
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Addressing potential challenges and crafting solutions
You're Investing in Expertise
When you hire an advocate, you’re investing in much more than time spent in a meeting. You’re gaining preparation, experience, knowledge, strategy, and individualized support throughout the special education process. This may include:
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Experience and specialized knowledge: Our expertise allows us to strategize and develop a personalized plan tailored to your child's specific needs.
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Problem-solving skills: We help anticipate potential challenges, consider solutions, and prepare families to navigate IEP meetings effectively.
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Understanding of available options: We research relevant services, supports, programs, and placement options to identify possibilities that may meet your child's individual needs.
Expect Dedicated Time
The amount of preparation needed varies depending on the complexity of your child’s situation. Your advocate may review records, analyze data, research options, prepare for meetings, and develop an individualized advocacy strategy.
Transparent Pricing
Advocacy services are billed hourly in 15-minute increments, so families are billed only for the time spent working on their case. We discuss pricing and payment details before services begin, so families know what to expect. Contact The IEP Guru for current pricing information.
Let’s work together to help you navigate the special education process with knowledge, preparation, and confidence.