There are additional advocacy organizations that provide you with tactical information to help you become a strong and knowledgeable advocate for your child. Incredible information and resources are available online to help families navigate the Special Education system. See our Related Website Links section, Educational Information and Resources for starters!

Another resource available from the Illinois State Board of Education is the Illinois Statewide Technical Assistance Center for Parents (ISTACP). “The project advances the ISBE's priority to improve the delivery of training and technical assistance to parents of students with disabilities throughout the State of Illinois.”

If you need help finding Advocacy/Service Providers, use the Advocacy/Service Providers section on this site or contact the Illinois Life Span Project at 800-588-7002.