Resources
Below are a few resources to help you and your family navigate the IEP process. You can also join our Google Group to ask questions of POEMS members. Use the Contact Us link.
Help with the IEP process
The handbook provides a roadmap for the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. Each part of the IEP process highlights your rights as a parent/ guardian.
The Special Education Local Plan Agency (SELPA) is a free, neutral resource for families navigating special education. Serving 15 school districts and the Contra Costa County Office of Education, SELPA helps parents by:
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Reviewing and facilitating IEPs
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Offering consultations and training
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Supporting communication with schools
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Assisting with alternative dispute resolution
SELPA provides guidance and resources as a supportive step before seeking an advocate or attorney. For districts, SELPA offers professional development, mentoring, and dispute resolution support – all to ensure students receive the services they need.
Website: ccselpa.org
SELPA contact for Moraga:
Tricia Facteau, Program Coordinator
925-827-0949 tfacteau@ccselpa.com
Care Parent Network supports families of children with disabilities in Contra Costa County by providing free information, resources, and advocacy. They help parents navigate education, healthcare, and community services through workshops, support groups, and one-on-one assistance. Services and programs include:
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Peer-facilitated support groups for parents of school-age children
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1:1 help IEP
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Navigation assistance with RCED (Regional Center) and other community resources
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Parent training workshops & conferences
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Assistance in organizing reports & assessments
Website: www.careparentnetwork.org/
Contact:
info@careparentnetwork.org
925-313-0999
Other Resources
1 / SEED Lafayette
SEED offers additional resources to Lamorinda families including social events, workshops and parent meetings.
Through her comprehensive website and Facebook group, advocate Lisa Lightner, helps parents navigate the IEP process.
A network of parent-led grassroots movements across the country concerned with the limited access to educational interventions for dyslexia within the public education system.