(4191,6927,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"16962e7\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"39f64b1e\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ba45851\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individual Advocacy & Peer Counseling\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#000000\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"515f3784\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"12e5ca53\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6693c676\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5011b0b4\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5b116047\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4bc67df\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Individul Advocacy<\\/p>\",\"align\":\"center\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":32,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"ea5f196\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/N94MGEw8hhM\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"17b3565\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>You can advocate to remove barriers in your community! CAC Advocates provides assistance to individuals with disabilities in resolving issues related to obtaining access to benefits, services and programs. We also provide civil rights education, leadership training and networking between businesses and disability groups. If you encounter a problem related to disability, we can provide you with the tools to resolve it.<\\/p><ol><li>Think about what you want to be different. Before you talk to the other person, make sure you know what you want to happen. Do you want to be treated differently? Do you want that person to stop doing something? Do you want a barrier removed?<\\/li><li>Take a deep breath and speak clearly and slowly. Deep breathing gives your body lots of oxygen, and oxygen helps you feel calmer and think more clearly. Start by saying something like, \\u201cI would like to talk with you about\\u2026\\u201d and then calmly describe how you see the situation.<\\/li><li>Do your research. Take the time to gather background information. Who is affected? How does this issue divide segments of the community? Find specific solutions to offer, as it shows you took the time to consider all sides of the issue.<\\/li><li>Let the other person speak. Being a self-advocate doesn\\u2019t mean that only you talk. The other person needs a chance to respond to what you are saying. If that person becomes impatient, try to stay calm and take a deep breath.<\\/li><li>Don\\u2019t expect immediate results. Change is not always instant or lasting. Sometimes it takes many conversations before anything changes. You may even have to remind the person more than once.<\\/li><li>Ask for help. One of the best parts of being your own advocate is that you don\\u2019t have to solve all the problems on your own. You can and should ask for help. Asking for help is also advocating for yourself. Find a like-minded group of people. By organizing and working together it\\u2019s easier to make change.<\\/li><\\/ol><p>\\u00a0Determine if your issue is a local, state or national one. Contact your representatives for help.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#2B2B2B\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true},{\"id\":\"0b99efc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"a7ae015\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"a29e236\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"Peer Counseling\",\"align\":\"center\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":32,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"4538081\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/yUWnzwvUrcg\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"525e25f\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Peer counseling is the process by which an individual gives nonjudgmental, nondirective support to a peer who is experiencing a personal crisis. It is shortterm, often done by telephone, and provided by a lay person rather than a professional therapist. Containing abundant demonstrative case examples, this book is designed to provide the skills necessary to counsel from the initial needs assessment (for resources like food, shelter, medical care, physical protection, or unconditional support) through the conduct of a session (how to start and end one, identifying and reflecting clients\' feelings, typical roadblocks, and confidentiality). It closes with special attention to handling crisis situations, like suicidal emergencies and counseling the dying. Ms. Cox has distilled the wisdom of more than twenty years as a peer counselor and trainer in this comprehensive and sound volume. Her knowhow will endow prospective volunteers with confidence, and provide trainers with an invaluable tool for their instructional programs.<\\/p>\",\"align\":\"center\",\"text_color\":\"#2B2B2B\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7edc7f08\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"db118e4\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"257747ef\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"18510f7\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"2b4630a2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"30ddb8c7\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"450825c9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7230904f\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3b918f0a\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2868e71\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"408fa46f\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4192,6927,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4193,6927,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634218500;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(4194,6928,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4195,6928,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4196,6928,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4197,6928,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4198,6928,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"16962e7\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"39f64b1e\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ba45851\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individual Advocacy & Peer Counseling\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"515f3784\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"12e5ca53\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6693c676\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5011b0b4\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5b116047\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4bc67df\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Individul Advocacy<\\/p>\",\"align\":\"center\",\"text_color\":\"#42864F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":32,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"ea5f196\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/N94MGEw8hhM\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"17b3565\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>You can advocate to remove barriers in your community! CAC Advocates provides assistance to individuals with disabilities in resolving issues related to obtaining access to benefits, services and programs. We also provide civil rights education, leadership training and networking between businesses and disability groups. If you encounter a problem related to disability, we can provide you with the tools to resolve it.<\\/p><ol><li>Think about what you want to be different. Before you talk to the other person, make sure you know what you want to happen. Do you want to be treated differently? Do you want that person to stop doing something? Do you want a barrier removed?<\\/li><li>Take a deep breath and speak clearly and slowly. Deep breathing gives your body lots of oxygen, and oxygen helps you feel calmer and think more clearly. Start by saying something like, \\u201cI would like to talk with you about\\u2026\\u201d and then calmly describe how you see the situation.<\\/li><li>Do your research. Take the time to gather background information. Who is affected? How does this issue divide segments of the community? Find specific solutions to offer, as it shows you took the time to consider all sides of the issue.<\\/li><li>Let the other person speak. Being a self-advocate doesn\\u2019t mean that only you talk. The other person needs a chance to respond to what you are saying. If that person becomes impatient, try to stay calm and take a deep breath.<\\/li><li>Don\\u2019t expect immediate results. Change is not always instant or lasting. Sometimes it takes many conversations before anything changes. You may even have to remind the person more than once.<\\/li><li>Ask for help. One of the best parts of being your own advocate is that you don\\u2019t have to solve all the problems on your own. You can and should ask for help. Asking for help is also advocating for yourself. Find a like-minded group of people. By organizing and working together it\\u2019s easier to make change.<\\/li><\\/ol><p>\\u00a0Determine if your issue is a local, state or national one. Contact your representatives for help.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#2B2B2B\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true},{\"id\":\"0b99efc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"a7ae015\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"a29e236\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"Peer Counseling\",\"align\":\"center\",\"text_color\":\"#42864F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":32,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"4538081\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/yUWnzwvUrcg\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"525e25f\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Peer counseling is the process by which an individual gives nonjudgmental, nondirective support to a peer who is experiencing a personal crisis. It is shortterm, often done by telephone, and provided by a lay person rather than a professional therapist. Containing abundant demonstrative case examples, this book is designed to provide the skills necessary to counsel from the initial needs assessment (for resources like food, shelter, medical care, physical protection, or unconditional support) through the conduct of a session (how to start and end one, identifying and reflecting clients\' feelings, typical roadblocks, and confidentiality). It closes with special attention to handling crisis situations, like suicidal emergencies and counseling the dying. Ms. Cox has distilled the wisdom of more than twenty years as a peer counselor and trainer in this comprehensive and sound volume. Her knowhow will endow prospective volunteers with confidence, and provide trainers with an invaluable tool for their instructional programs.<\\/p>\",\"align\":\"center\",\"text_color\":\"#2B2B2B\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7edc7f08\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"db118e4\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"257747ef\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"18510f7\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"2b4630a2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"30ddb8c7\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"450825c9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7230904f\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3b918f0a\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2868e71\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"408fa46f\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4199,6928,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4200,6928,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634218500;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(4384,6955,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4385,6955,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4386,6955,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4387,6955,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4388,6955,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"16962e7\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"39f64b1e\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ba45851\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individual Advocacy & Peer Counseling\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"515f3784\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"12e5ca53\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6693c676\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5011b0b4\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5b116047\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4bc67df\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Individul Advocacy<\\/p>\",\"align\":\"center\",\"text_color\":\"#42864F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":32,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"ea5f196\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/N94MGEw8hhM\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"17b3565\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>You can advocate to remove barriers in your community! CAC Advocates provides assistance to individuals with disabilities in resolving issues related to obtaining access to benefits, services and programs. We also provide civil rights education, leadership training and networking between businesses and disability groups. If you encounter a problem related to disability, we can provide you with the tools to resolve it.<\\/p><ol><li>Think about what you want to be different. Before you talk to the other person, make sure you know what you want to happen. Do you want to be treated differently? Do you want that person to stop doing something? Do you want a barrier removed?<\\/li><li>Take a deep breath and speak clearly and slowly. Deep breathing gives your body lots of oxygen, and oxygen helps you feel calmer and think more clearly. Start by saying something like, \\u201cI would like to talk with you about\\u2026\\u201d and then calmly describe how you see the situation.<\\/li><li>Do your research. Take the time to gather background information. Who is affected? How does this issue divide segments of the community? Find specific solutions to offer, as it shows you took the time to consider all sides of the issue.<\\/li><li>Let the other person speak. Being a self-advocate doesn\\u2019t mean that only you talk. The other person needs a chance to respond to what you are saying. If that person becomes impatient, try to stay calm and take a deep breath.<\\/li><li>Don\\u2019t expect immediate results. Change is not always instant or lasting. Sometimes it takes many conversations before anything changes. You may even have to remind the person more than once.<\\/li><li>Ask for help. One of the best parts of being your own advocate is that you don\\u2019t have to solve all the problems on your own. You can and should ask for help. Asking for help is also advocating for yourself. Find a like-minded group of people. By organizing and working together it\\u2019s easier to make change.<\\/li><\\/ol><p>\\u00a0Determine if your issue is a local, state or national one. Contact your representatives for help.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#2B2B2B\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true},{\"id\":\"0b99efc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"a7ae015\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"a29e236\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"Peer Counseling\",\"align\":\"center\",\"text_color\":\"#42864F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":32,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"4538081\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/yUWnzwvUrcg\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"525e25f\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Peer counseling is the process by which an individual gives nonjudgmental, nondirective support to a peer who is experiencing a personal crisis. It is shortterm, often done by telephone, and provided by a lay person rather than a professional therapist. Containing abundant demonstrative case examples, this book is designed to provide the skills necessary to counsel from the initial needs assessment (for resources like food, shelter, medical care, physical protection, or unconditional support) through the conduct of a session (how to start and end one, identifying and reflecting clients\' feelings, typical roadblocks, and confidentiality). It closes with special attention to handling crisis situations, like suicidal emergencies and counseling the dying. Ms. Cox has distilled the wisdom of more than twenty years as a peer counselor and trainer in this comprehensive and sound volume. Her knowhow will endow prospective volunteers with confidence, and provide trainers with an invaluable tool for their instructional programs.<\\/p>\",\"align\":\"center\",\"text_color\":\"#2B2B2B\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7edc7f08\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"db118e4\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"257747ef\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"18510f7\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"2b4630a2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"30ddb8c7\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"450825c9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7230904f\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3b918f0a\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2868e71\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"408fa46f\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4203,6929,'_edit_lock','1639012072:1'),(4204,6929,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4205,6929,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4206,6929,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4207,6929,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4226,6934,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4225,6934,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4224,6934,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4223,6934,'_wp_page_template','default'),(4222,6929,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":40.8070000000000021600499167107045650482177734375,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"25\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":59.1929999999999978399500832892954349517822265625,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p class=\\\"root-block-node\\\" data-changed=\\\"false\\\" data-paragraphid=\\\"82\\\">Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children on mainstreaming, health intervention plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p class=\\\"root-block-node\\\" data-changed=\\\"false\\\" data-paragraphid=\\\"83\\\">In the United States, an individualized education program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the<\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\">Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>.<\\/p><p class=\\\"root-block-node\\\" data-changed=\\\"false\\\" data-paragraphid=\\\"84\\\">In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an \\\"Individual Education Plan.\\\"<\\/p><p class=\\\"root-block-node\\\" data-changed=\\\"false\\\" data-paragraphid=\\\"85\\\">An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children achieve educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>.<\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\">34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases, the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as para-professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"1637073a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#767676\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#019C3F\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"20\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3049c5e5\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a5fdc17\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p class=\\\"root-block-node\\\" data-changed=\\\"false\\\" data-paragraphid=\\\"87\\\">The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning, and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to known disabilities, simultaneously considering their ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p class=\\\"root-block-node\\\" data-changed=\\\"false\\\" data-paragraphid=\\\"88\\\">As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e., up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends a university upon graduation, the university\'s own systems and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education,\\\" \\\"mainstream classes,\\\" and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p class=\\\"root-block-node\\\" data-changed=\\\"false\\\" data-paragraphid=\\\"89\\\">An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p class=\\\"root-block-node\\\" data-changed=\\\"false\\\" data-paragraphid=\\\"90\\\"><strong>If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <a>IEP<\\/a>.<\\/strong><\\/p><p class=\\\"root-block-node\\\" data-changed=\\\"false\\\" data-paragraphid=\\\"91\\\"><strong>What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>\\\"individualized education plan<\\/em>.\\\"<\\/strong><\\/p><p class=\\\"root-block-node\\\" data-changed=\\\"false\\\" data-paragraphid=\\\"92\\\"><strong>There\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.<\\/strong><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#3F3F3F\",\"align\":\"center\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true},\"_background_background\":\"gradient\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"20\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"336011c\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>What Is an IEP?<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Each program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term \\\"<em>IEP\\\"\\u00a0<\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education laws, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\">Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"7541ca8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Who Gets IEPs<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span><\\/p><p>Even before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span><\\/p><p>There are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"dfd5b37\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"29b0741\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span><\\/p><p>With an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.<\\/p><p>Kids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Having an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>All of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.<\\/p><div><p>One of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li><li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li><\\/ul><p>You can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span><\\/p><\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#42864F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4214,6932,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4215,6932,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4216,6932,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4217,6932,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4218,6933,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4219,6933,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4220,6933,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4221,6933,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4227,6934,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"70\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5cd6e3d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"70\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4073990\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"d470e82\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\",\"align\":\"justify\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"00\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span>\\n\\nThere\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.\\n<p style=\\\"color:#40864D;\\\"><h3>What Is an IEP?<\\/h3><\\/p>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span>\\n\\nEach program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\n<h2>Who Gets IEPs<\\/h2>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span>\\n\\nEven before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span>\\n\\nThere are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\n<h3>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/h3>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\n<h2>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/h2>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span>\\n\\nWith an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.\\n\\nKids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n\\nHaving an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n\\nAll of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.\\n<div>\\n\\nOne of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li>\\n \\t<li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\nYou can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span>\\n\\n<\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4228,6929,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4237,6936,'_wp_page_template','default'),(4238,6936,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4239,6936,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4240,6936,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4241,6936,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"70\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5cd6e3d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"70\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4073990\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"d470e82\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\",\"align\":\"justify\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"00\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span>\\n\\nThere\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.\\n<p style=\\\"color:#40864D;\\\"><h3>What Is an IEP?<\\/h3><\\/p>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span>\\n\\nEach program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\n<h2>Who Gets IEPs<\\/h2>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span>\\n\\nEven before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span>\\n\\nThere are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\n<h3>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/h3>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\n<h2>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/h2>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span>\\n\\nWith an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.\\n\\nKids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n\\nHaving an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n\\nAll of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.\\n<div>\\n\\nOne of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li>\\n \\t<li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\nYou can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span>\\n\\n<\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4254,6938,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4275,6941,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4276,6941,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4277,6941,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4278,6941,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4279,6941,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"70\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"1637073a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#767676\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#019C3F\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"20\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3049c5e5\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a5fdc17\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong>There\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.<\\/strong><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\",\"align\":\"center\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true},\"_background_background\":\"gradient\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"336011c\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>What Is an IEP?<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Each program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"7541ca8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Who Gets IEPs<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span><\\/p><p>Even before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span><\\/p><p>There are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"dfd5b37\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"29b0741\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span><\\/p><p>With an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.<\\/p><p>Kids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Having an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>All of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.<\\/p><div><p>One of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li><li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li><\\/ul><p>You can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span><\\/p><\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4257,6929,'_oembed_5502b984dfc76f786d7a9924a96b1ac7','<iframe title=\"What Are IEPs? IEP, IDEA, and Special Education Services Explained\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/7qkNsR6Cgsk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen></iframe>'),(4258,6929,'_oembed_time_5502b984dfc76f786d7a9924a96b1ac7','1634225898'),(4259,6939,'_wp_page_template','default'),(4260,6939,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4261,6939,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4262,6939,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4263,6939,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"70\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"1637073a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#767676\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#019C3F\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"20\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3049c5e5\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a5fdc17\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong>There\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.<\\/strong><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\",\"align\":\"center\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true},\"_background_background\":\"gradient\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"336011c\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>What Is an IEP?<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Each program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"7541ca8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Who Gets IEPs<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span><\\/p><p>Even before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span><\\/p><p>There are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"dfd5b37\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"29b0741\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span><\\/p><p>With an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.<\\/p><p>Kids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Having an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>All of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.<\\/p><div><p>One of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li><li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li><\\/ul><p>You can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span><\\/p><\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4249,6938,'_wp_page_template','default'),(4250,6938,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4251,6938,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4252,6938,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4253,6938,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"70\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"1637073a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#767676\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#019C3F\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"20\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3049c5e5\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a5fdc17\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong>There\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.<\\/strong><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\",\"align\":\"center\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true},\"_background_background\":\"gradient\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"336011c\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>What Is an IEP?<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Each program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"7541ca8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Who Gets IEPs<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span><\\/p><p>Even before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span><\\/p><p>There are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"dfd5b37\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"29b0741\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span><\\/p><p>With an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.<\\/p><p>Kids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Having an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>All of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.<\\/p><div><p>One of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li><li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li><\\/ul><p>You can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span><\\/p><\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4242,6936,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4243,6937,'_wp_page_template','default'),(4244,6937,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4245,6937,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4246,6937,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4247,6937,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"70\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5cd6e3d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"70\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4073990\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"d470e82\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\",\"align\":\"justify\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"00\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span>\\n\\nThere\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.\\n<p style=\\\"color:#40864D;\\\"><h3>What Is an IEP?<\\/h3><\\/p>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span>\\n\\nEach program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\n<h2>Who Gets IEPs<\\/h2>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span>\\n\\nEven before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span>\\n\\nThere are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\n<h3>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/h3>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n \\t<li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\n<h2>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/h2>\\n<span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span>\\n\\nWith an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.\\n\\nKids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n\\nHaving an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span>\\n\\nAll of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.\\n<div>\\n\\nOne of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li>\\n \\t<li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\nYou can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span>\\n\\n<\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4248,6937,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4264,6939,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4265,6939,'_elementor_controls_usage','a:7:{s:7:\"heading\";a:3:{s:5:\"count\";i:5;s:15:\"control_percent\";i:7;s:8:\"controls\";a:3:{s:7:\"content\";a:1:{s:13:\"section_title\";a:4:{s:5:\"title\";i:5;s:4:\"size\";i:5;s:5:\"align\";i:5;s:11:\"header_size\";i:4;}}s:8:\"advanced\";a:1:{s:14:\"_section_style\";a:2:{s:7:\"_margin\";i:5;s:8:\"_padding\";i:1;}}s:5:\"style\";a:1:{s:19:\"section_title_style\";a:8:{s:11:\"title_color\";i:5;s:21:\"typography_typography\";i:5;s:22:\"typography_font_family\";i:5;s:22:\"typography_font_weight\";i:5;s:20:\"typography_font_size\";i:5;s:22:\"typography_line_height\";i:5;s:28:\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\";i:2;s:23:\"text_shadow_text_shadow\";i:2;}}}}s:7:\"divider\";a:3:{s:5:\"count\";i:3;s:15:\"control_percent\";i:2;s:8:\"controls\";a:2:{s:7:\"content\";a:1:{s:15:\"section_divider\";a:3:{s:5:\"width\";i:1;s:5:\"align\";i:3;s:5:\"style\";i:2;}}s:5:\"style\";a:1:{s:21:\"section_divider_style\";a:2:{s:5:\"color\";i:3;s:6:\"weight\";i:3;}}}}s:6:\"column\";a:3:{s:5:\"count\";i:9;s:15:\"control_percent\";i:2;s:8:\"controls\";a:3:{s:6:\"layout\";a:1:{s:6:\"layout\";a:1:{s:12:\"_inline_size\";i:9;}}s:8:\"advanced\";a:2:{s:16:\"section_advanced\";a:2:{s:6:\"margin\";i:2;s:7:\"padding\";i:1;}s:19:\"_section_responsive\";a:2:{s:11:\"hide_tablet\";i:1;s:11:\"hide_mobile\";i:1;}}s:5:\"style\";a:3:{s:14:\"section_border\";a:5:{s:12:\"border_width\";i:3;s:12:\"border_color\";i:4;s:13:\"border_border\";i:3;s:26:\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\";i:1;s:21:\"box_shadow_box_shadow\";i:1;}s:13:\"section_style\";a:5:{s:21:\"background_background\";i:1;s:16:\"background_color\";i:1;s:16:\"background_image\";i:1;s:19:\"background_position\";i:1;s:15:\"background_size\";i:1;}s:26:\"section_background_overlay\";a:5:{s:29:\"background_overlay_background\";i:1;s:24:\"background_overlay_color\";i:1;s:26:\"background_overlay_color_b\";i:1;s:33:\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\";i:1;s:26:\"background_overlay_opacity\";i:1;}}}}s:7:\"section\";a:3:{s:5:\"count\";i:8;s:15:\"control_percent\";i:6;s:8:\"controls\";a:3:{s:8:\"advanced\";a:1:{s:16:\"section_advanced\";a:2:{s:7:\"padding\";i:5;s:6:\"margin\";i:3;}}s:6:\"layout\";a:2:{s:14:\"section_layout\";a:2:{s:3:\"gap\";i:2;s:13:\"content_width\";i:1;}s:17:\"section_structure\";a:1:{s:9:\"structure\";i:1;}}s:5:\"style\";a:4:{s:18:\"section_background\";a:4:{s:21:\"background_background\";i:5;s:16:\"background_color\";i:3;s:18:\"background_color_b\";i:3;s:25:\"background_gradient_angle\";i:3;}s:26:\"section_background_overlay\";a:8:{s:29:\"background_overlay_background\";i:2;s:24:\"background_overlay_color\";i:2;s:26:\"background_overlay_color_b\";i:2;s:33:\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\";i:2;s:24:\"background_overlay_image\";i:2;s:27:\"background_overlay_position\";i:2;s:23:\"background_overlay_size\";i:2;s:26:\"background_overlay_opacity\";i:2;}s:14:\"section_border\";a:3:{s:19:\"border_hover_border\";i:1;s:18:\"border_hover_width\";i:1;s:18:\"border_hover_color\";i:1;}s:21:\"section_shape_divider\";a:4:{s:17:\"shape_divider_top\";i:1;s:23:\"shape_divider_top_color\";i:1;s:20:\"shape_divider_bottom\";i:1;s:26:\"shape_divider_bottom_color\";i:1;}}}}s:5:\"image\";a:3:{s:5:\"count\";i:1;s:15:\"control_percent\";i:4;s:8:\"controls\";a:2:{s:7:\"content\";a:1:{s:13:\"section_image\";a:3:{s:5:\"image\";i:1;s:10:\"image_size\";i:1;s:22:\"image_custom_dimension\";i:1;}}s:8:\"advanced\";a:2:{s:14:\"_section_style\";a:1:{s:8:\"_z_index\";i:1;}s:15:\"_section_border\";a:3:{s:14:\"_border_border\";i:1;s:13:\"_border_width\";i:1;s:13:\"_border_color\";i:1;}}}}s:11:\"text-editor\";a:3:{s:5:\"count\";i:8;s:15:\"control_percent\";i:2;s:8:\"controls\";a:3:{s:7:\"content\";a:1:{s:14:\"section_editor\";a:1:{s:6:\"editor\";i:8;}}s:5:\"style\";a:1:{s:13:\"section_style\";a:2:{s:10:\"text_color\";i:8;s:5:\"align\";i:2;}}s:8:\"advanced\";a:2:{s:14:\"_section_style\";a:1:{s:8:\"_padding\";i:2;}s:19:\"_section_background\";a:1:{s:22:\"_background_background\";i:1;}}}}s:5:\"video\";a:3:{s:5:\"count\";i:1;s:15:\"control_percent\";i:1;s:8:\"controls\";a:2:{s:7:\"content\";a:1:{s:13:\"section_video\";a:1:{s:11:\"youtube_url\";i:1;}}s:8:\"advanced\";a:1:{s:14:\"_section_style\";a:1:{s:8:\"_padding\";i:1;}}}}}'),(4266,6939,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634225848;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(4308,6945,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4309,6945,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4310,6945,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4294,6943,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4295,6943,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634225848;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(4311,6945,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4312,6945,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"70\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"1637073a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#767676\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#019C3F\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"20\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3049c5e5\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a5fdc17\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong>There\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.<\\/strong><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#3F3F3F\",\"align\":\"center\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true},\"_background_background\":\"gradient\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"336011c\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>What Is an IEP?<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Each program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"7541ca8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Who Gets IEPs<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span><\\/p><p>Even before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span><\\/p><p>There are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"dfd5b37\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"29b0741\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span><\\/p><p>With an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.<\\/p><p>Kids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Having an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>All of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.<\\/p><div><p>One of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li><li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li><\\/ul><p>You can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span><\\/p><\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4292,6943,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4293,6943,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"70\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"1637073a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#767676\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#019C3F\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"20\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3049c5e5\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a5fdc17\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong>There\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.<\\/strong><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#3F3F3F\",\"align\":\"center\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true},\"_background_background\":\"gradient\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"336011c\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>What Is an IEP?<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Each program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"7541ca8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Who Gets IEPs<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span><\\/p><p>Even before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span><\\/p><p>There are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"dfd5b37\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"29b0741\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span><\\/p><p>With an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.<\\/p><p>Kids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Having an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>All of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.<\\/p><div><p>One of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li><li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li><\\/ul><p>You can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span><\\/p><\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4289,6943,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4290,6943,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4291,6943,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4280,6941,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4281,6941,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634225848;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(4282,6942,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4283,6942,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4284,6942,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4285,6942,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4286,6942,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"70\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"1637073a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#767676\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#019C3F\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"20\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3049c5e5\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a5fdc17\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong>There\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.<\\/strong><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\",\"align\":\"center\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true},\"_background_background\":\"gradient\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"336011c\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>What Is an IEP?<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Each program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"7541ca8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Who Gets IEPs<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span><\\/p><p>Even before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span><\\/p><p>There are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"dfd5b37\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"29b0741\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span><\\/p><p>With an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.<\\/p><p>Kids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Having an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>All of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.<\\/p><div><p>One of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li><li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li><\\/ul><p>You can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span><\\/p><\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4287,6942,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4288,6942,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634225848;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(4327,6947,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4328,6947,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634226062;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(4361,6952,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4362,6952,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4363,6952,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4364,6952,'_elementor_version','3.4.4');
INSERT INTO `wpio_postmeta` VALUES (4365,6952,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":40.8070000000000021600499167107045650482177734375,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"25\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":59.1929999999999978399500832892954349517822265625,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"1637073a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#767676\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#019C3F\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"20\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3049c5e5\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a5fdc17\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong>There\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.<\\/strong><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#3F3F3F\",\"align\":\"center\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true},\"_background_background\":\"gradient\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"336011c\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>What Is an IEP?<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Each program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"7541ca8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Who Gets IEPs<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span><\\/p><p>Even before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span><\\/p><p>There are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"dfd5b37\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"29b0741\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span><\\/p><p>With an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.<\\/p><p>Kids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Having an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>All of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.<\\/p><div><p>One of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li><li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li><\\/ul><p>You can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span><\\/p><\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4322,6947,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4323,6947,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4324,6947,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4325,6947,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4326,6947,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":40.8070000000000021600499167107045650482177734375,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"25\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":59.1929999999999978399500832892954349517822265625,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"1637073a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#767676\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#019C3F\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"20\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3049c5e5\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a5fdc17\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong>There\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.<\\/strong><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#3F3F3F\",\"align\":\"center\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true},\"_background_background\":\"gradient\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"336011c\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>What Is an IEP?<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Each program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"7541ca8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Who Gets IEPs<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span><\\/p><p>Even before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span><\\/p><p>There are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"dfd5b37\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"29b0741\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span><\\/p><p>With an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.<\\/p><p>Kids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Having an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>All of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.<\\/p><div><p>One of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li><li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li><\\/ul><p>You can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span><\\/p><\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4307,6565,'_wp_attachment_image_alt','special needs student with a female teacher painting on a table'),(4313,6945,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4314,6945,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634226062;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(4315,6946,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4316,6946,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4317,6946,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4318,6946,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4319,6946,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"472e7a23\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6ddaeab7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3393896e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Individualized Education Program\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"683545e2\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"16dcd6dc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"70\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2b98b2d9\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6a993c16\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/special-needs-student-with-a-female-teacher-painting-on-a-table-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6565,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"7d88292c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"fd40667\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"352068ec\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"758839c4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Staff in this project attend Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings. They also work with parents of children with mainstreaming, Health Intervention Plans (504 Plan), and assistive technology programs.<\\/p><p>In the United States an Individualized Education Program, commonly referred to as an IEP, is mandated by the <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/en.wikipedia.org\\/wiki\\/Individuals_with_Disabilities_Education_Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)<\\/a>. In Canada and the United Kingdom, an equivalent document is called an Individual Education Plan.<\\/p><p>An IEP is designed to meet the unique educational needs of one child, who may have a disability, as defined by federal regulations. <em>The IEP is intended to help children reach educational goals more easily than they otherwise would<\\/em>. <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/edocket.access.gpo.gov\\/cfr_2007\\/julqtr\\/34cfr300.320.htm\\\"> 34 CFR 300.320<\\/a> In all cases the IEP must be tailored to the individual student\'s needs as identified by the IEP evaluation process, and must especially help teachers and related service providers (such as Para-Professional educators) understand the student\'s disability and how the disability affects the learning process.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"1637073a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#767676\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#019C3F\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"20\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3049c5e5\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a5fdc17\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>The IEP should describe how the student learns, how the student best demonstrates that learning and what teachers and service providers will do to help the student learn more effectively. Key considerations in developing an IEP include assessing students in all areas related to the known disabilities, simultaneously considering ability to access the general curriculum, considering how the disability affects the student\\u2019s learning, developing goals and objectives that correspond to the needs of the student, and ultimately choosing a placement in the least restrictive environment possible for the student.<\\/p><p>As long as a student qualifies for special education, the IEP must be regularly maintained and updated over the student\'s primary educational years (i.e. up to the point of high school graduation, or prior to the 22nd birthday). If a student in special education attends university upon graduation, the university\'s own system and procedures take over. Placements often occur in \\\"general education\\\", mainstream classes, and specialized classes or sub-specialties taught by a specifically trained individual, such as a special education teacher, sometimes within a resource room.<\\/p><p>An IEP is meant to ensure that students receive an appropriate placement, not \\\"only\\\" special education classrooms or special schools. It is meant to give the student a chance to participate in \\\"normal\\\" school culture and academics as much as is possible for that individual student. In this way, the student is able to have specialized assistance only when such assistance is absolutely necessary, and otherwise maintains the freedom to interact with and participate in the activities of his or her more general school peers.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"5d6bd12e\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"67342808\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"2503b461\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5e8d76c8\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"62065014\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard about something called an <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/understanding-individualized-education-programs\\\"> IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">What is an IEP? <em>IEP <\\/em>is an acronym that stands for <em>Individualized Education Program<\\/em>. Some people may refer to it as an <em>Individualized Education Plan<\\/em>.<\\/span><\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong>There\\u2019s a lot to know about IEPs and how they support kids with learning and attention issues. Understanding IEP basics can help you decide if you want to seek out an IEP for your child.<\\/strong><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#3F3F3F\",\"align\":\"center\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true},\"_background_background\":\"gradient\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"0b92a9b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"youtube_url\":\"https:\\/\\/youtu.be\\/7qkNsR6Cgsk\",\"vimeo_url\":\"https:\\/\\/vimeo.com\\/235215203\",\"dailymotion_url\":\"https:\\/\\/www.dailymotion.com\\/video\\/x6tqhqb\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"video\"},{\"id\":\"336011c\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>What Is an IEP?<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>An IEP is more than just a written legal document (or \\u201cplan\\u201d). It\\u2019s a map that lays out the program of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"special education\\\"> special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> instruction, supports and services kids need to make progress and succeed in school.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Each program is designed to meet a child\\u2019s exact needs. The term <em>IEP <\\/em>is also used to refer to the written plan that spells out the specific types of help the child will get. Both the program and the plan are covered by special education law, or the <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"Individuals with Disabilities Education Act\\\"> Individuals with Disabilities Education Act<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (IDEA).<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>Debunk common <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/5-common-misconceptions-about-ieps\\\"> myths about IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/10-myths-parents-may-hear-about-special-education\\\"> myths about special education<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Start to get an idea of <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/at-a-glance-anatomy-of-an-iep\\\"> what goes into an IEP<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you\\u2019re interested in learning about special education law, read <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/individuals-with-disabilities-education-act-idea-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> more about IDEA<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"7541ca8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Who Gets IEPs<\\/strong><\\/h2><p>IEPs are a part of public education. They\\u2019re given to eligible kids who attend public school. That includes <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/are-charter-schools-required-to-provide-accommodations-to-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> charter schools<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/finding-right-school\\/6-things-to-know-about-private-schools-and-special-education\\\"> Private schools don\\u2019t offer IEPs<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But students in private school may be able to get special education through what\\u2019s known as a <em>service plan<\\/em> (also called an <em> Individual Services Plan<\\/em>).<\\/span><\\/p><p>Even before they attend school, babies and toddlers can get services through <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"early intervention\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. Once kids turn 3, they can get an IEP through their local public school district.<\\/span><\\/p><p>There are <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/are-there-ieps-and-504-plans-in-college\\\"> no IEPs in college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But eligible students often can still get accommodations through <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/7-things-to-know-about-college-disability-services\\\"> college disability services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a side-by-side <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-service-plans\\\"> comparison of IEPs and service plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If you have a very young child, learn more about <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/learning-attention-issues\\/treatments-approaches\\/early-intervention\\/early-intervention-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> early intervention<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>If your teen is college-bound, find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/choosing-starting-school\\/leaving-high-school\\/types-of-college-accommodations-and-services\\\"> what types of supports are available at college<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"dfd5b37\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>IEPs vs. 504 Plans<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">You may have heard of students getting support at school under something called a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"504 plan\\\"> 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, rather than an IEP. Both can provide supports like <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"accommodations\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" title=\\\"\\\" data-original-title=\\\"\\\" data-term=\\\"assistive technology\\\"> assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. But a 504 plan isn\\u2019t part of special education, and it serves a different purpose than an IEP.<\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>See a chart that shows <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> the differences between IEPs and 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Find out <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/can-a-student-have-both-an-iep-and-a-504-plan\\\"> whether a child can have both an IEP and a 504 plan<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><li>Dive into our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/504-plan\\/understanding-504-plans\\\"> comprehensive guide to 504 plans<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/li><\\/ul>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"},{\"id\":\"29b0741\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h2 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The Benefits of an IEP<\\/strong><\\/h2><p><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">There are many benefits to getting an IEP. The process begins with a <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/evaluation-basics\\/understanding-evaluations\\\"> full evaluation<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> that shows your child\\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. The results allow you and the school to create a program of services and supports tailored to meet your child\\u2019s needs. (Read more about the <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/evaluations\\/should-child-be-evaluated\\/the-benefits-of-getting-your-child-evaluated\\\"> benefits of getting your child evaluated<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.)<\\/span><\\/p><p>With an IEP, your child will get individualized instruction that focuses on improving specific skills. But there are other types of help that can also be included in an IEP.<\\/p><p>Kids might get <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/partnering-with-childs-school\\/instructional-strategies\\/classroom-accommodations-to-help-students-with-learning-and-attention-issues\\\"> accommodations<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like extended time on tests, or <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/special-education-basics\\/related-services-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues-what-you-need-to-know\\\"> related services<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, like speech-language therapy. <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-what-it-is-and-how-it-works\\\"> Assistive technology<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> (AT) is another type of support that can be part of an IEP. Learn about AT that can help kids with <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-reading\\\"> reading<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-writing\\\"> writing<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> and <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/assistive-technology\\/assistive-technologies-basics\\/assistive-technology-for-math\\\"> math<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>Having an IEP gives you and your child <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/10-key-procedural-safeguards-in-idea\\\"> certain legal protections<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">, too. It allows you to be involved in decisions that impact your child\\u2019s education and learning goals. It also gives your child specific rights when it comes to <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/your-childs-rights\\/basics-about-childs-rights\\/school-discipline-the-rights-of-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans\\\"> school discipline<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">.<\\/span><\\/p><p>All of these factors can help your child build skills, improve self-esteem, and find success at school.<\\/p><div><p>One of the best ways to understand the benefits of IEPs is to hear from other parents who\\u2019ve been there. Here are two comments from parents in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.facebook.com\\/Understood\\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener\\\"> Facebook community<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">: <\\/span><\\/p><ul><li>\\u201cI knew my child\\u2019s IEP was working when my child was happy just to attend school and was coming home smiling instead of in tears and feeling sick.\\u201d<\\/li><li>\\u201cI knew [my son\\u2019s] IEP was working when the child I knew was finally the child they had in the classroom.\\u201d<\\/li><\\/ul><p>You can connect with parents who\\u2019ve gone through the IEP process in our <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/community-events\\/groups\\\"> online community groups<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\">. You may also want to explore <\\/span> <a class=\\\"auto-style8\\\" href=\\\"https:\\/\\/www.understood.org\\/en\\/school-learning\\/special-services\\/ieps\\/iep-personal-stories\\\"> IEP personal stories<\\/a><span class=\\\"auto-style8\\\"> to get a sense of the challenges and successes some families have faced with IEPs.<\\/span><\\/p><\\/div>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"48e63fdc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"1a06eb73\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4de2b2b9\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"49e8258e\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"107e2442\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"39a279fd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"4b07fbf4\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"24d5af1d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"30d629a7\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5ade29f1\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"12030254\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4320,6946,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4321,6946,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634226062;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(4336,6948,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4337,6948,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634220272;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(4338,6949,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(4339,6949,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(4340,6949,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(4341,6949,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(4342,6949,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"453d69cc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"663ce11f\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6b21d834\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Assistive Technology\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"1107df3b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"6944d71a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"70\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"70\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6bc4b206\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"7fb5cf79\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/pexels-marcus-aurelius-4064417.jpg\",\"id\":6605,\"alt\":\"Woman in wheelchair using computer\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"61d9a193\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4b65e5bd\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"184eebcf\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3e4e962\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"What is assistive technology and who can use it?\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_css_classes\":\"dekoline dekoline_large\",\"title_color\":\"#42864F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":34,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":38,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"1da3054\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Assistive technology is a term commonly used to refer to adaptive, assistive or rehabilitation products or devices geared towards providing greater independence to those with disabilities or limited abilities. These products can assist people with a variety of things, including communication, mobility, learning, recreation; overcoming or dealing with physical or mental challenges and help with daily life activities. The whole goal of assistive technology is to enhance a person\\u2019s quality of life through the use of such devices.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"94c509d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"44cfce1b\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"7bef4c51\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5c0fd89c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3d73180f\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><strong>Examples of assistive technology<\\/strong><\\/p><p>These are just a few examples of adaptive devices available today. Some are relatively easy to acquire, while others are more difficult to obtain due to availability or cost.<\\/p><p>-furniture with lifts, or made for easy standing\\/sitting<br \\/>-clothing with Velcro or snaps<br \\/>-extended bath brushes<br \\/>-mobility devices like scooters or walkers<br \\/>-grab bars in bathroom<br \\/>-hearing devices and amplifiers<br \\/>-seat lifts<br \\/>-large button phones<br \\/>-audio books<br \\/>-wheelchair ramps and lifts<br \\/>-special lights on smoke detectors, phones and doorbells<br \\/>-talking clocks<br \\/>-motion sensors for lights<br \\/>-\\u2018reachers\\u2019 to help pick up, or reach up to, items<br \\/>-easy-grip utensils<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true},{\"id\":\"33383cc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false},\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"7cec33f\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"e967927\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h3>The AT Network Information and Referral Service can provide you with information on:<\\/h3><ul><li>Devices for daily living<\\/li><li>AT Funding Resources<\\/li><li>AT Service Providers<\\/li><li>AT Community Resources<\\/li><\\/ul><p>Assistive Technology is simply the tools and resources used by individuals with disabilities to help improve their quality of life. Assistive technology comes in many shapes and forms. It can be as simple as eyeglasses, hearing aids, knee braces or manual and power wheelchairs, or as technologically sophisticated as voice-activated computer systems<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true},{\"id\":\"614ae83f\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false},\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6f16cc2a\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"73f68033\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h3>Assistive Technology Links<\\/h3><p>The following Internet Web sites are listed for your convenience. Inclusion of any web site should not be construed as an endorsement of the accuracy of, or support for, the information or views expressed by that site.<\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.abilityfirst.org\\\"> Ability First<\\/a><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.abledata.com\\\"> Able Data<\\/a><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.adapt.org\\\"> Adapt<\\/a> \\u00a0The official ADAPT website. It features information on ADAPT, grassroots disability activism, community based attendant services and more!<\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.spinlife.com\\\"> Spinlife<\\/a><\\/strong><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.handspeak.com\\\"> Online handspeak<\\/a><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.loc.gov\\/nls\\\">The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped<\\/a> The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped administers a free library program of Braille and recorded materials circulated to eligible borrowers.<\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.loc.gov\\/nls\\/reference\\/directories\\/address.html#ca\\/\\\"> The Library of the Braille Institute of American, Inc.<\\/a> NLS Reference Directories Cooperating Library Address List<\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.brailleinstitute.org\\/\\\"> Braille Institute<\\/a> Braille Institute is a private non-profit organization whose mission is to eliminate blindness and severe sight loss as a barrier to the fulfillment of life.<\\/strong><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.hotbraille.com\\/\\\"> Hot Braille<\\/a><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.ctcnet.org\\/\\\"> Community Technology Centers\' Network<\\/a><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"4b1d503b\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"57c5d962\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a84e914\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"334446dc\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"69934f1d\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"77a3f2dd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"765a0f69\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"419b7e2b\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"887ce12\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"361c73e3\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"2925c3b8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(4343,6949,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(4344,6949,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634220272;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(5207,7081,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(5208,7081,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(5209,7081,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(5210,7081,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(5211,7081,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"453d69cc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"663ce11f\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6b21d834\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Assistive Technology\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"1107df3b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"6944d71a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6bc4b206\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"7fb5cf79\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/pexels-marcus-aurelius-4064417.jpg\",\"id\":6605,\"alt\":\"Woman in wheelchair using computer\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"61d9a193\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4b65e5bd\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"184eebcf\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3e4e962\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"What is assistive technology and who can use it?\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_css_classes\":\"dekoline dekoline_large\",\"title_color\":\"#42864F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":34,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":38,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"1da3054\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Assistive technology is a term commonly used to refer to adaptive, assistive or rehabilitation products or devices geared towards providing greater independence to those with disabilities or limited abilities. These products can assist people with a variety of things, including communication, mobility, learning, recreation; overcoming or dealing with physical or mental challenges and help with daily life activities. The whole goal of assistive technology is to enhance a person\\u2019s quality of life through the use of such devices.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"94c509d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"44cfce1b\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"7bef4c51\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5c0fd89c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3d73180f\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h3 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Examples of assistive technology<\\/strong><\\/h3><p>These are just a few examples of adaptive devices available today. Some are relatively easy to acquire, while others are more difficult to obtain due to availability or cost.<\\/p><p>-furniture with lifts, or made for easy standing\\/sitting<br \\/>-clothing with Velcro or snaps<br \\/>-extended bath brushes<br \\/>-mobility devices like scooters or walkers<br \\/>-grab bars in bathroom<br \\/>-hearing devices and amplifiers<br \\/>-seat lifts<br \\/>-large button phones<br \\/>-audio books<br \\/>-wheelchair ramps and lifts<br \\/>-special lights on smoke detectors, phones and doorbells<br \\/>-talking clocks<br \\/>-motion sensors for lights<br \\/>-\\u2018reachers\\u2019 to help pick up, or reach up to, items<br \\/>-easy-grip utensils<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true},{\"id\":\"33383cc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false},\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"7cec33f\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"e967927\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h3 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The AT Network Information and Referral Service can provide you with information on:<\\/strong><\\/h3><ul><li>Devices for daily living<\\/li><li>AT Funding Resources<\\/li><li>AT Service Providers<\\/li><li>AT Community Resources<\\/li><\\/ul><p>Assistive Technology is simply the tools and resources used by individuals with disabilities to help improve their quality of life. Assistive technology comes in many shapes and forms. It can be as simple as eyeglasses, hearing aids, knee braces or manual and power wheelchairs, or as technologically sophisticated as voice-activated computer systems<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true},{\"id\":\"614ae83f\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false},\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6f16cc2a\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"73f68033\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h3 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Assistive Technology Links<\\/strong><\\/h3><p>The following Internet Web sites are listed for your convenience. Inclusion of any web site should not be construed as an endorsement of the accuracy of, or support for, the information or views expressed by that site.<\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.abilityfirst.org\\\"> Ability First<\\/a><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.abledata.com\\\"> Able Data<\\/a><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.adapt.org\\\"> Adapt<\\/a> \\u00a0The official ADAPT website. It features information on ADAPT, grassroots disability activism, community based attendant services and more!<\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.spinlife.com\\\"> Spinlife<\\/a><\\/strong><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.handspeak.com\\\"> Online handspeak<\\/a><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.loc.gov\\/nls\\\">The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped<\\/a> The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped administers a free library program of Braille and recorded materials circulated to eligible borrowers.<\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.loc.gov\\/nls\\/reference\\/directories\\/address.html#ca\\/\\\"> The Library of the Braille Institute of American, Inc.<\\/a> NLS Reference Directories Cooperating Library Address List<\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.brailleinstitute.org\\/\\\"> Braille Institute<\\/a> Braille Institute is a private non-profit organization whose mission is to eliminate blindness and severe sight loss as a barrier to the fulfillment of life.<\\/strong><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.hotbraille.com\\/\\\"> Hot Braille<\\/a><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.ctcnet.org\\/\\\"> Community Technology Centers\' Network<\\/a><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"4b1d503b\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"57c5d962\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a84e914\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"334446dc\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"69934f1d\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"77a3f2dd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"765a0f69\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"419b7e2b\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"887ce12\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"361c73e3\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#0A9F4F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"2925c3b8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(5233,7084,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(5234,7084,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),(5235,7084,'_elementor_data','[{\"id\":\"453d69cc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"663ce11f\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-59\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6b21d834\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Assistive Technology\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#40864D\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"1107df3b\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"width\":{\"unit\":\"%\",\"size\":40,\"sizes\":[]},\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#019557\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"6944d71a\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"content_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":1340,\"sizes\":[]},\"gap\":\"wide\",\"structure\":\"20\",\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"background_color_b\":\"#F9F9F9\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6bc4b206\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":36.71399999999999863575794734060764312744140625,\"hide_tablet\":\"hidden-tablet\",\"hide_mobile\":\"hidden-phone\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"7fb5cf79\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/pexels-marcus-aurelius-4064417.jpg\",\"id\":6605,\"alt\":\"Woman in wheelchair using computer\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"image_size\":\"custom\",\"image_custom_dimension\":{\"width\":\"500\",\"height\":\"700\"},\"_z_index\":1,\"_border_border\":\"solid\",\"_border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"_border_color\":\"#F9F9F9\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"image\"}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"61d9a193\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":50,\"_inline_size\":63.28600000000000136424205265939235687255859375,\"_inline_size_tablet\":100,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"4b65e5bd\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"gap\":\"no\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"184eebcf\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"padding_tablet\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"40\",\"right\":\"20\",\"bottom\":\"40\",\"left\":\"20\",\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3e4e962\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"What is assistive technology and who can use it?\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_css_classes\":\"dekoline dekoline_large\",\"title_color\":\"#42864F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":34,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":38,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"1da3054\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p>Assistive technology is a term commonly used to refer to adaptive, assistive or rehabilitation products or devices geared towards providing greater independence to those with disabilities or limited abilities. These products can assist people with a variety of things, including communication, mobility, learning, recreation; overcoming or dealing with physical or mental challenges and help with daily life activities. The whole goal of assistive technology is to enhance a person\\u2019s quality of life through the use of such devices.<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"94c509d\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":0,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"44cfce1b\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"7bef4c51\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5c0fd89c\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"3d73180f\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h3 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Examples of assistive technology<\\/strong><\\/h3><p>These are just a few examples of adaptive devices available today. Some are relatively easy to acquire, while others are more difficult to obtain due to availability or cost.<\\/p><p>-furniture with lifts, or made for easy standing\\/sitting<br \\/>-clothing with Velcro or snaps<br \\/>-extended bath brushes<br \\/>-mobility devices like scooters or walkers<br \\/>-grab bars in bathroom<br \\/>-hearing devices and amplifiers<br \\/>-seat lifts<br \\/>-large button phones<br \\/>-audio books<br \\/>-wheelchair ramps and lifts<br \\/>-special lights on smoke detectors, phones and doorbells<br \\/>-talking clocks<br \\/>-motion sensors for lights<br \\/>-\\u2018reachers\\u2019 to help pick up, or reach up to, items<br \\/>-easy-grip utensils<\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true},{\"id\":\"33383cc\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false},\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"7cec33f\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"e967927\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h3 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>The AT Network Information and Referral Service can provide you with information on:<\\/strong><\\/h3>\\n<ul>\\n \\t<li>Devices for daily living<\\/li>\\n \\t<li>AT Funding Resources<\\/li>\\n \\t<li>AT Service Providers<\\/li>\\n \\t<li>AT Community Resources<\\/li>\\n<\\/ul>\\nAssistive Technology is simply the tools and resources used by individuals with disabilities to help improve their quality of life. Assistive technology comes in many shapes and forms. It can be as simple as eyeglasses, hearing aids, knee braces or manual and power wheelchairs, or as technologically sophisticated as voice-activated computer systems\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true},{\"id\":\"614ae83f\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"10\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false},\"background_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_color\":\"#F9F9F97A\",\"background_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":340,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"6f16cc2a\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"5\",\"right\":\"5\",\"bottom\":\"5\",\"left\":\"5\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#03732E\",\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"15\",\"right\":\"15\",\"bottom\":\"15\",\"left\":\"15\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"73f68033\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<h3 style=\\\"color: #40864d;\\\"><strong>Assistive Technology Links<\\/strong><\\/h3><p>The following Internet Web sites are listed for your convenience. Inclusion of any web site should not be construed as an endorsement of the accuracy of, or support for, the information or views expressed by that site.<\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.abilityfirst.org\\\"> Ability First<\\/a><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.abledata.com\\\"> Able Data<\\/a><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.adapt.org\\\"> Adapt<\\/a> \\u00a0The official ADAPT website. It features information on ADAPT, grassroots disability activism, community based attendant services and more!<\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.spinlife.com\\\"> Spinlife<\\/a><\\/strong><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.handspeak.com\\\"> Online handspeak<\\/a><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.loc.gov\\/nls\\\">The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped<\\/a> The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped administers a free library program of Braille and recorded materials circulated to eligible borrowers.<\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.loc.gov\\/nls\\/reference\\/directories\\/address.html#ca\\/\\\"> The Library of the Braille Institute of American, Inc.<\\/a> NLS Reference Directories Cooperating Library Address List<\\/strong><\\/p><p><strong> <a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.brailleinstitute.org\\/\\\"> Braille Institute<\\/a> Braille Institute is a private non-profit organization whose mission is to eliminate blindness and severe sight loss as a barrier to the fulfillment of life.<\\/strong><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.hotbraille.com\\/\\\"> Hot Braille<\\/a><\\/p><p><a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/www.ctcnet.org\\/\\\"> Community Technology Centers\' Network<\\/a><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#000000\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":true}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"4b1d503b\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"border_hover_border\":\"solid\",\"border_hover_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"2\",\"right\":\"2\",\"bottom\":\"2\",\"left\":\"2\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_hover_color\":\"#11DD75\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"20\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"57c5d962\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_image\":{\"url\":\"https:\\/\\/ilcac7717.dev34.info\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2021\\/10\\/ada-sign-1.jpeg\",\"id\":6576,\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_position\":\"center center\",\"background_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#000000\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"box_shadow_box_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":10,\"spread\":0,\"color\":\"rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.5)\"},\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.8000000000000000444089209850062616169452667236328125,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"5a84e914\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"},{\"id\":\"334446dc\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Community Access Center Never Charges A Fee For Services Provided.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-28\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h3\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":83,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"69934f1d\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"We Advocate for you!\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"-30\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-30\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h1\",\"_padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"77a3f2dd\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Investigation of discrimination claims and mediation on behalf of people with disabilities in order to resolve conflicts that impede the attainment of needed benefits and services.\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-25\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]},\"header_size\":\"h4\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow_type\":\"yes\",\"text_shadow_text_shadow\":{\"horizontal\":0,\"vertical\":0,\"blur\":63,\"color\":\"rgba(0,0,0,0.3)\"}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"765a0f69\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"align\":\"center\",\"text\":\"Divider\",\"color\":\"#05C65E\",\"weight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":2,\"sizes\":[]},\"style\":\"double\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"divider\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false},{\"id\":\"419b7e2b\",\"elType\":\"section\",\"settings\":{\"background_background\":\"classic\",\"background_overlay_background\":\"gradient\",\"background_overlay_color\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_color_b\":\"#FFFFFF\",\"background_overlay_gradient_angle\":{\"unit\":\"deg\",\"size\":230,\"sizes\":[]},\"background_overlay_image\":{\"url\":\"\",\"id\":\"\",\"alt\":\"\",\"source\":\"library\"},\"background_overlay_position\":\"center center\",\"background_overlay_size\":\"cover\",\"background_overlay_opacity\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":0.60999999999999998667732370449812151491641998291015625,\"sizes\":[]},\"padding\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"50\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"50\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"shape_divider_top\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_top_color\":\"#42864F\",\"shape_divider_bottom\":\"waves\",\"shape_divider_bottom_color\":\"#42864F\",\"margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"30\",\"right\":0,\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":0,\"isLinked\":false}},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"887ce12\",\"elType\":\"column\",\"settings\":{\"_column_size\":100,\"_inline_size\":null,\"border_border\":\"solid\",\"border_width\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"0\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":true},\"border_color\":\"#FFFFFF\"},\"elements\":[{\"id\":\"361c73e3\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"title\":\"Consumer Rights Notification\",\"size\":\"xxl\",\"_margin\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"top\":\"0\",\"right\":\"0\",\"bottom\":\"-13\",\"left\":\"0\",\"isLinked\":false},\"title_color\":\"#42864F\",\"typography_typography\":\"custom\",\"typography_font_family\":\"Roboto\",\"typography_font_weight\":\"600\",\"align\":\"center\",\"typography_font_size\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":44,\"sizes\":[]},\"typography_line_height\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"size\":50,\"sizes\":[]}},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"heading\"},{\"id\":\"2925c3b8\",\"elType\":\"widget\",\"settings\":{\"editor\":\"<p><em><strong>Every consumer of the Community Access Center has the right to appeal any decision which denies you service. (NOTE: The appeal must follow certain guidelines and time limitations; ask your service provider for a copy of the procedure).If you desire representation in addressing your concerns\\/dissatisfaction with the Community Access Center (CAC), you have the right to contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP) for assistance. Contact the CAP at 1 (800) 776-5746, (and for the hearing impaired their TTY 1 (800) 576-9269), and you will be referred to a Client Assistance Program not connected with CAC. This will prevent any potential conflict of interest.<\\/strong><\\/em><\\/p>\",\"text_color\":\"#030303\",\"align\":\"center\"},\"elements\":[],\"widgetType\":\"text-editor\"}],\"isInner\":false}],\"isInner\":false}]'),(5227,7083,'_elementor_page_assets','a:0:{}'),(5228,7083,'_elementor_css','a:6:{s:4:\"time\";i:1634912944;s:5:\"fonts\";a:1:{i:0;s:6:\"Roboto\";}s:5:\"icons\";a:0:{}s:20:\"dynamic_elements_ids\";a:0:{}s:6:\"status\";s:4:\"file\";i:0;s:0:\"\";}'),(5222,7083,'_wp_page_template','template-left-sidebar.php'),(5223,7083,'_elementor_edit_mode','builder'),(5224,7083,'_elementor_template_type','wp-page'),(5225,7083,'_elementor_version','3.4.4'),