Support & resources

Your child is a star — and you deserve support too. Here's where to start, and where to turn when you need a hand.

Just getting started? Your first 30 days

Request an evaluation in writing

A written request starts the legal timeline. We can draft it for you.

Gather your records

Report cards, past evaluations, work samples, and any medical or therapy notes — keep them in one place.

Learn your core rights

A 10-minute overview of what the law guarantees your child.

Connect with your state Parent Center

Every state has a free, federally-funded center that helps parents one-on-one.

Start a simple timeline

Track requests, meetings, and deadlines so nothing slips. EveryIEP does this for you.

Find your people

You don't have to do this alone — join the parent community and a support org.

Ask about communication & sensory supports

Speech-language and occupational therapy evaluations are common and important.

This journey is hard. Please don't carry it alone.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Free, confidential support 24/7 if you're overwhelmed or in crisis. Call or text 988.

Call/text 988 →

NAMI HelpLine

Mental-health information and support for you and your family.

1-800-950-6264 →

Parent to Parent USA

Get matched with an experienced parent of a child with a similar disability.

p2pusa.org →

The Arc

Advocacy and local chapters supporting people with disabilities and their families.

thearc.org →

Family Voices

Family-centered care resources and family leaders in every state.

familyvoices.org →

ARCH National Respite Network

Find respite care so you can rest and recharge.

archrespite.org →

If you or your child are in immediate danger, call 911. For emotional crisis support, call or text 988.

Looking for a specialist?

Learn what OTs, SLPs, behavior analysts and others do, and where to find one.