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    Michigan Alliance for Families:

    Your free guide to special education.

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

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Special Education Resources

Answers about your child's special education program

Disability Information

Information about your child's disability

Support

Hear from one of our Parent Mentors

Upcoming Events

Find an online workshop or view a recording

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

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

 

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2 days ago

Michigan Alliance for Families
🎆Happy July! 🎆RSVP to join our monthly IEP webinar on Tuesday, July 15 IEP: A Closer Look with Stephanie Nicholls from 12:00pm-1:30pm. Register at tinyurl.com/53667pevThe Youth Self Determination Series begins July 7, meeting on Zoom for four Mondays. Registration closed June 27.On Wednesday July 30 at 12pm, our Return to School Webinar Series begins with Picture This! Developing Your Student Snapshot. Register at tinyurl.com/rtsw2025On July 31, learn more about School Options with an IEP with Michelle Driscoll and Stephanie Nicholls. For the 12pm webinar, register at tinyurl.com/y4uw9r58 For the 7pm webinar, register at tinyurl.com/5ydz8h2t Full details on our website calendar www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/upcoming-events/ ... See MoreSee Less

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3 days ago

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Summertime is finally here, a break from the full calendar of the school year. 🥳 But a schedule can help children and teens plan their day. Using a calendar and knowing what to expect next can make switching to a summer schedule go a bit smoother. Printables for Creating Routines from PBS KIDS www.pbs.org/parents/routinesFrom @Understood Five Smart Summer Routineswww.understood.org/en/articles/5-summer-routines-for-adhd-kids ... See MoreSee Less

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3 days ago

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Choosing where your child goes to school is a big decision. One size doesn’t fit all. Each child is unique and there are many different types of schools in Michigan. Join us on Thursday July 31 for a free webinar to gain a better understanding of different types of schools that may be options for your child. 🏫 Options like charter, virtual, and school of choice📑 Big ideas from the IDEA🙋🏼‍♀️Questions to consider when exploring school optionsWe know parents and caregivers are busy, so we're offering the same webinar at two different times on July 31. 📍RSVP for School Options with an IEP today!For the noon webinar, register at tinyurl.com/y4uw9r58For the 7pm webinar, register at tinyurl.com/5ydz8h2tVisit the calendar page of our website for full details, more events, and easy registration www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/upcoming-events/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Michigan Alliance for Families

4 days ago

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Meet Kara Clarke, Michigan Alliance for Families Parent Mentor for Northwestern Wayne County.Learn more about who we are and what we do by visiting our website www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/about/ Find our Parent Mentor in your part of the state: www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/maf-officesLooking for Parent Advocacy tools? Visit www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/advocacy/#meetMAF #michiganallianceforfamilies ... See MoreSee Less

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6 days ago

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Self-care is essential for caregivers. Taking time for yourself, even in small ways, helps recharge and prevent burnout. Prioritize your needs too—self-care isn't selfish, it's essential. ... See MoreSee Less

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Funding Statement

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

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