An important part of our work here at FSO is giving families like yours access to resources for schools, mental health, developmental disabilities, and so much more! If you are in need of any information regarding these topics, please see below or contact us today. |
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Special Education Resources Letter/Template Downloads NJ Parental Rights in Special Education (PRISE) Parental Rights in Special Education in Spanish, Arabic, Chinese and Portuguese: parental rights and engagement NJ State Imposed Rules, Regulations and Policies NOT required by IDEA or Federal Regulations A Day In Our Shoes Parent-run advocacy resource that is parent-friendly and extremely comprehensive Wrightslaw This site can be difficult to navigate but offers a wealth of code-based information Understood.org For learning and thinking differences. The “ lifelong guide for those who learn and think differently.” Disability Rights New Jersey New Jersey’s designated Protection and Advocacy agency under federal law. SPAN Parent Advocacy Network: SPAN Parent Advocacy Network | Empowered Parents: Educated, Engaged, Effective! Committed to children and families with the greatest need due to disability or special health/mental health needs;. SPAN’s individual assistance, workshops, and resources are available in languages other than English. 504 Plan vs. Individualized Education Plan- Understood.org: IEP vs. 504 Plan: What's the Difference? Both a 504 Plan and an IEP are legally binding documents designed to offer your student the supports and services needed to best access their education, but which one is right for your child?https://nj.gov/education/specialed/home/docs/RulesforPartBApplication.pdf |
Youth Mental Health
211 NAMI Mental Health & Wellness Resources for Young Adults National Institute of Mental Health Developmental Disability
NJ Performcare Developmental Disability Parent Portal This link will allow you to create an account ( user name & login). PLEASE NOTE: if your youth has a cyber number, please be prepared to enter it. Intellectual and Developmental Disability Services available through the NJ Children's System of Care (PDF) Getting ready checklist (PDF)Opens a new window Citizenship and residency requirements (PDF)Opens a new window Timeframes for Clinical Assessments Submitted for Developmental Disability Eligibility Determination (PDF) Disability Information Hub 
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