Parent Supports
You are the most important teacher for your child. We support you!
O&M for Parent Workshop 9-29-18.pptx"Orientation & Mobility (O&M) for Your Child"
Parent-focused slide presentation describing the definition, content, and importance of O&M instruction.
National Federation of the Blind - California
Parents of Blind Children
Parent support network run by and for people with visual impairments. A branch of a statewide chapter of a nationally based nonprofit organization.
Jeanette Jones
(209) 589-6058
Facebook: California Parents of Blind Children
California Council of the Blind (CCB)
A statewide chapter of a nationally based nonprofit organization run by and for people with visual impairments. CCB's mission is to increase the independence, security, equality of opportunity, and quality of life for all Californians who are blind and visually impaired. Through CCB's office in Sacramento and its 40 local chapters and statewide special interest associations, the Council provides information and referral, technical assistance, advocacy, leadership development, publications, emergency funds, accessible technology loans, and scholarships.
Jeff Thom, Director of Governmental Affairs jsthom@comcast.net
A statewide chapter of nationally based parent support network. CAPVI is dedicated to providing information and opportunities to connect to parents of children with visual impairments with each other as well as the professional resources that are available to help in the education and raising of their children. Assistance with IEP advocacy is available.
inland2wards@gmail.com
Disability Rights of California (DRC)
A nonprofit advocacy organization. DRC's Youth Practice Group (YPG) advocates ensure that students with disabilities benefit from the vast array of educational services and supports guaranteed under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. YPG works to remove barriers for students with disabilities so they can learn, play, and participate in extracurricular activities in neighborhood schools with their peers. Our work includes due process and compliance complaints, litigation, and systemic advocacy.
1-800-776-5746
Disability Rights and Education Defense Fund (DREDF)
A nonprofit advocacy organization. DREDF helps families
Obtain appropriate education and services for their children with disabilities
Work to improve education results for all children
Train and inform parents and professionals on a variety of topics
Resolve problems between families and schools or other agencies
Connect children with disabilities to community resources that address their needs
510.644.2555 v
510-841-8645 fax/tty
info@dredf.org
CHRISTIAN M. KNOX is a private disability rights attorney with Ruderman & Knox, LLP. She brings over 20 years of experience in working with special needs children and practicing law. Previously, Ms. Knox served as a Special Education Hearing Officer and traveled throughout the State of California conducting administrative hearings and issuing decisions.
916-563-0100
christian@rudermanknox.com
To report violations in California of special education law:
To report violations to the federal special education law:
(Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA):