Parent+Mentor+Services

__** Do I Need A Parent Mentor? **__ __** Then You Need A Parent Mentor! **__
 * Do you have a child with a disability?
 * Do you need help locating services and funding for your child?
 * Would you like someone to talk to another parent who understands you concerns?
 * Are you having difficulty dealing with education issues?

__**A Parent Mentor is someone who CAN provide assistance to families, agencies, and school personnel by: **__
 * Acts as a liaison between parents and schools;
 * Collaborates with county agencies and schools that provide services to children with disabilities and their families;
 * Listens to concerns and helps to find answers and/or solutions;
 * Guides parents through the special education process;
 * Offers one-on-one support regarding services, IEP's, assessments, program options, agency contacts;
 * Offers one-on-one support regarding services, IEP's, assessments, program options, agency contacts, and support groups;
 * Provides a resource lending library;
 * Publishes a biannual newsletter with up-to-date information, new ideas, and calendar of upcoming events.