Resources for Neurodivergent Children and Families
Resources in Illinois
legal assistance
Equip for Equality: “Equip for Equality works to empower people with disabilities to advocate for themselves and their families. We break down barriers for people with disabilities through legal services, monitoring, and training.”
Illinois Legal Aid Online- Students with Disabilities: “Resources to help you if you are the parent of a student with a disability.”
Legal Advocacy Service (LAS): “The Legal Advocacy Service (LAS) was created so that eligible children and adults, who have a disability, could obtain legal advice and representation to protect and enforce their rights guaranteed by Illinois' mental health laws.”
education resources
ISBE State-Sponsored Facilitated IEPs: “Promoting productive child-centered IEP meetings that are conducted in a respectful and collaborative manner.”
resources for LGBTQ+ students
Resources in the U.S.
International Resources