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Advocates: We’re Parents Just like You

One of the things I love most about being an advocate is at the end of the initial conversation, when I’ve spoken with a parent Continue reading “Advocates: We’re Parents Just like You”

3 Reasons To Take an Advocate To Your IEP Meeting

This is my personal philosophy: An advocate attends an IEP meeting with a parent for three main reasons.
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Orlando, FL 32861

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The IEP Advocate, Inc.
P.O. Box 618308
Orlando, Florida 32861

Call: 407-342-9836
Email: info@theiepadvocate.com
Hours:
Mon-Fri 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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