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    Michigan Alliance for Families:

    Your free guide to special education.

    Michigan Alliance for Families provides information, support, and education for families who have children and young adults (birth to 26 years of age) who receive (or may be eligible to receive) special education services. This website can help you with finding information on special education issues as well as disability specific information.

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Special Education Resources

Answers about your child's special education program

Disability Information

Information about your child's disability

Support

Hear from one of our Parent Mentors

Upcoming Events

Find an online workshop or view a recording

Need help navigating the special education system? Talk to a parent who's been there.

Connect directly with one of our local parent mentors to address your family's needs. Their perspective can not only help you navigate the system, but they can also help you be more involved in your child's education. All Michigan families are able to access an extensive collection of electronic or printed resources, informational support and referrals to local community resources. To get in touch with a Michigan Alliance for Families staff member,  Contact Us.

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An IEP is not based on luck or vibes, but built off of individual needs and data! As a parent, your input is critical! Join us online on April 14 to take a closer look at the IEP.This webinar is for parents and caregivers to take a deeper dive into the key parts of the IEP. Time is set aside to ask your questions.This free, online workshop is offered monthly, scheduled at different times of day to meet the needs of parents and caregivers.☔Tuesday, April 14 @ 12:00PM. Register at tinyurl.com/bdfm9s6u🌷Monday, May 11 @ 6:30PM. Register at tinyurl.com/48bc8wrd☀️Monday, June 22 # 6:30PM. Register at tinyurl.com/5ed3vevx You can find our full calendar of events at www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/upcoming-events/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Next month, Wayne State University will begin administering the annual Early On Family Survey on behalf of Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP). They hope to hear from as many families as possible to ensure all voices inform and strengthen their work.Last year, more than 3,000 families completed the survey, increasing the response rate from 33.36% to 36.96%. Additionally, all three of these targets were met 🎯Percent of families participating in Part C who report that early intervention services have helped the family know their rights🎯Percent of families participating in Part C who report that early intervention services have helped the family effectively communicate their children's needs🎯Percent of families participating in Part C who report that early intervention services have helped the family help their children develop and learn ... See MoreSee Less

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🕔March 16 at 5pm Shaping IEPs with Student Strengths with Andrea BeachnauRegister at tinyurl.com/m4wj54c8Focus on the possible! An IEP is more than just a list of challenges—it’s a roadmap built on what your child can do.Your child’s strengths are the foundation of a successful IEP. IEPs should highlight what students do well, using those strengths as a foundation for addressing their needs and setting achievable goals.Register today to join our free online workshop on March 16. We’ll help you reflect on your child’s skills and prepare you to walk into your next IEP meeting with confidence.Register at tinyurl.com/m4wj54c8Full details, easy registration, and more learning opportunities at www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/upcoming-events/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Meeting the mental health needs of students is important for their success at home and at school. Our partners at @acmh_mi are joining us on April 22 for a free webinar on Supporting Student Mental Health.Learn about school-based mental health initiatives, family approaches, and helpful resources. Register at tinyurl.com/2h9ymupdVisit our website calendar for full details, more learning opportunities, and easy registration www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/upcoming-events/ ... See MoreSee Less

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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and our friends at Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council have introduced the Disability Umbrella! ☂Developmental disabilities are not a one-size-fits-all experience. The Disability Umbrella highlights the diversity of disabilities.Inspired by the colors of the Disability Pride flag, each color represents a different part of the community.🔴 Red: physical disabilities💛 Yellow: cognitive and intellectual disabilities⚪ White: invisible and undiagnosed disabilities🔵Blue: mental illness💚 Green: sensory perception disabilities⚫ Black: In Memoriam (In Memory of people with disabilities who lost their lives due to violence, negligence, suicide and/or eugenics.Throughout the month, follow @middcouncil as they highlight a different color, and the lived experiences they represent. ... See MoreSee Less

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Funding Statement

Michigan Alliance for Families is a Michigan Department of Education IDEA Grant Funded Initiative. Michigan Alliance for Families is our state's federally funded Parent Training and Information Center. The contents of this website were developed under a grant from the US Department of Education, H328M200015. However, those contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the US Department of Education, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government. Project Officer, Anna Macedonia.

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