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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

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Upcoming Events

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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.

News & Updates

  • SBOE LISTENING SESSIONS

    The State Board of Education Special Education Committee is holding meetings across the state to share your feedback on special education services. 

  • NEW VIDEO

    If you suspect a disabilities and are seeking a special education evaluation, this video is a great starting point for better understanding of IEP Eligibility .

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Michigan Alliance for Families

13 hours ago

Michigan Alliance for Families
ADULTING 101 for young adults with IEPs continued today discussing emergency preparedness, including considering what medications or tools you might need in your emergency kit to be prepared for your unique needs.Check out: Communication Resources for Emergency Preparedness from the CDC available at www.cdc.gov/disability-emergency-preparedness/communication-resources/index.htmlYoung people (and their supporters) can register to join on us on the second Monday of each month at 4:30PM for topics you need to live the life you want. Full details at tinyurl.com/adultingMAF ...

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Michigan Alliance for Families

17 hours ago

Michigan Alliance for Families
🕟 November 9 @ 4:30PM Adulting 101- Emergency PreparednessRegister at tinyurl.com/adultingMAF🆕 𝗔𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟭𝟬𝟭 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝗘𝗣𝘀 🆕𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁.Monday November 9: Emergency Preparedness 🚨Emergencies: what they are, where they happen, how to be prepared 🚨Types of emergencies 🚨Importance of planning for the unexpected Teens and young adults with IEPs and the people who care about them are invited to join us on the second Monday of the month at 4:30PM, starting October 12.𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗤𝗥 𝗼𝗿 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 tinyurl.com/adultingMAFNovember - Emergency Preparedness December - Healthy Relationships January - Mental Health February - Problem Solving & Decision Making March - Sleep Wellness & Nutrition April - Organization & Time Management May - Community Involvement June - Housing & Employment🔗One registration, then select the sessions you want to attend. tinyurl.com/adultingMAF ...

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Michigan Alliance for Families

23 hours ago

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🕙 November 9 @ 10AMTots and TransitionsRegister at tinyurl.com/ymk6f6ss ...

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Michigan Alliance for Families

2 days ago

Michigan Alliance for Families
📢Special Education Committee - Listening Sessions BeginFamilies, educators and other stakeholders are invited to share their feedback on services for students with disabilities as the State Board of Education Special Education Committee holds meetings in local communities.On November 9 the first Special Education Committee – Listening Sessions will be held at Saginaw Intermediate School District Unity Hall, 3860 Fashion Square Blvd.People will have the opportunity to meet in small groups during engagement sessions to share their feedback about special education services. There will be a public comment period and information sharing from the State Board of Education Special Education Committee and Saginaw ISD. RSVPs are not required, but are requested for planning purposes. Full details and more information on the committee's work at www.michigan.gov/mde/about-us/state-board/special-education-committee ...

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Michigan Alliance for Families

2 days ago

Michigan Alliance for Families
Navigating early childhood services and school transitions can feel overwhelming - but you don't have to do it alone. Families with young children are invited to join us this November for three online learning opportunities.1️⃣First, on November 9, families with a child who is exiting Early On services are invited to join us to learn more about developing a transition plan to plan for the change. Register for Tots and Transitions at tinyurl.com/ymk6f6ss2️⃣We also want to invite preschool-age families to join us again on November 19 for From Puzzled to Prepared: Present Level for Preschool. Learn the importance of the PLAAFP section of the IEP, and about sharing your insights on your child's daily routines and developmental strengths or concerns to strengthen the IEP. Register for this new presentation now at tinyurl.com/rtf76zbn3️⃣Then, on November 20, families with a child under 3 who has an IFSP, as well as parents who have concerns about their young child's development are invited to attend Early Intervention and Individualized Family Service Plans: A Closer Look. Register at tinyurl.com/3ne3jfdr🔗See our website calendar for full details, more dates www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/upcoming-events/ ...

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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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