Advocacy, Legal & Rights Support

Michael Gilberg, Esq. is a New York attorney who focuses on special education and disability rights law, advocating for children with disabilities and their families. Families can seek legal guidance on issues involving special education services and disability rights, including protections under laws such as IDEA and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). His practice is based in Granite Springs, NY, and he offers a free consultation for families seeking to discuss a disability-related legal matter. Families can contact his office directly at 914-458-1849 or through the website to determine whether his services fit their situation.

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Inclusive Therapists is a mental health directory and resource hub that helps individuals and families find therapists, counselors, coaches, and other mental health providers who offer culturally responsive and identity-affirming care, including providers focused on neurodivergence and disability. Families can search by location and type of service, including individual, family, child, and teen therapy, as well as virtual or in-person care and low-cost options. The site also offers a free human-matched service to help people find a provider based on their needs. Families can review individual provider profiles and should confirm availability, credentials, cost, and insurance directly with the provider.

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The Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) is a national nonprofit organization run by and for autistic people, focused on self-advocacy, disability rights, and inclusion. Its resources are intended for autistic people, families, educators, professionals, and others who want to better understand autism and disability rights. Families can find plain-language guides, advocacy toolkits, information on community living, healthcare, education, employment, and transition to adulthood, as well as policy and legal resources. These materials can help families understand rights, make informed decisions, and support autistic people in advocating for themselves.

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