Resources for Families

Knowledge is one of your most powerful tools as an advocate. These resources are curated to help you understand ABA, special education law, and effective advocacy.

Understanding ABA

  • What Is ABA Therapy? – An overview of applied behavior analysis, what it is (and isn't), and how it's used with autistic children and others.
  • Questions to Ask Your ABA Provider – A printable checklist to use when evaluating or monitoring an ABA program.
  • Reading a Behavior Intervention Plan – A guide to understanding the BIP documents you'll encounter during treatment.

IEP & Special Education

  • IDEA Basics for Parents – Your rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, plain language version.
  • IEP Meeting Prep Checklist – What to bring, what to ask, and what to do after the meeting.
  • Understanding Evaluations – What different assessments mean and how they affect your child's services.

More to Come

This section grows regularly. Check the Blog and ABA News sections for the latest updates.