The Challenge of Early Intervention Law for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their Families

• By: Sheryl Dicker, JD CUNY Graduate Center
• October 1st, 2013
• early intervention, eligibility, fall 2013 issue, IDEA, infants, law, legal issues, payment for services, policy, toddlers, young children
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In the contentious world surrounding Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), one issue bridges the gap among researchers, parents, advocates, health and educational professionals and policymakers -- Early Intervention (Part C of the IDEA) for infants and toddlers with ASD works and provides the best...

What Are Your Legal Entitlements Now That Your Child Has Been Diagnosed?

• By: Maria C. McGinley, MST, JD Mayerson & Associates
• October 1st, 2012
• diagnosis, early intervention, entitlements, fall 2012 issue, IDEA, IEP, law, legal issues
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The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is the federal law that governs the education of children with disabilities, including developmental delays. Your child with autism has the right to a free appropriate public education under the IDEA. Each state must provide all eligible...

Transition to Housing: A Framework for Planning

• By: Cynthia R. Haddad, CFP John W. Nadworny, CFP Shepherd Financial Partners Leo V. Sarkissian, MSW The Arc of Massachusetts
• April 1st, 2012
• financial planning, housing, IDEA, transition
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Transition is a critical time for young adults. According to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), school systems are required to begin transition services when youth reach the age of 16 years (some states do require it to start at 14 years). IDEA is the law for special education...