Autism Society chapters are your best source of information and support. Most chapters are volunteer-led by parents, care providers and other professionals. The Autism Society has chapters in nearly every state reaching out to individuals with autism and their families with information, support, and encouragement.
*Please note that in the context of Special Education Law, an "advocate" differs from an attorney in several ways. By definition, an "advocate" is one that supports or promotes the interests of another while an "attorney" is a practitioner in a court of law who is legally qualified to prosecute and defend actions in such court on behalf of his or her clients. Although both may be able to help with your legal situation, under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) only attorney's fees are recoverable to families prevailing in lawsuits. This delineation was the outcome of the Supreme Court's decision in Arlington Central School District Board of Education v. Murphy, 548 U.S. 291 (2006). There is currently legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives that would reverse this outcome (the IDEA Fairness Restoration Act, HR 434).
The Developmental Disabilities Committee (DD) is a standing committee of the Governor’s Council. The members are parents of children or adults with developmental disabilities, providers, state agency staff and others who are involved in the systems impacting individuals with developmental disabilities. The website provides resources and links to information about special education, Medicare and Medicaid, as well as support groups and information about current legislation.
The AARC serves the needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorders, their families, caregivers and service providers throughout the state of Alaska. We provide information, referral, training and consultation via on-site and distance delivery. Our website includes links to support groups as well as local resources.
Stone Soup Group is a statewide, non-profit agency based in Anchorage, Alaska, that provides assistance and support to families of children with special needs. The organization operates several programs, each with a specific focus on different ways to help families supporting children with special needs to become informed, experienced, self-sufficient advocates for their children and themselves.
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