Relocating means Change. Changing Schools, Changing Doctors, Locating New Service Providers. This can be overwhelming when combined with the actual physical elements of moving!
It is difficult enough for children and parents when there are no physical or emotional obstacles. But if you have a child who does now or may potentially need Special Services, and you will be in an area you are totally unfamiliar with....Where do you start.
Here is some information that should put you on the right track!!
Here in New Hampshire we have a wonderful Organization known as PIC (Parent Information Center)
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PIC is a Statewide Organizationproviding information, support and also educational programs for parents/family members, educators and the community redarding the Special Education Process. PIC's Mission Statement is: "To guide and encourage families in supporting the unique learning potential of their children"
PIC is a place to start.... In addition to providng support services they help Familys find resources.
Some of the programs under the "PIC Umbrella" are:
- PIRC - This program supports children from birth. It is a US Department of Education -funded program supporting Reading/Literacy, School Readiness, Assessments and workshops for Parents and Educators, many of which are Free.
- PTI- Parent Training and Information. This program holds workshops on The Special Education Process, Section 504 and IDEA, IEP clinics, Behavior Interventions and more...again most are Free
- SSECT- Supporting successful Early Childhood Transitions
Many other services are provided in other areas such as Autism, Hearing, Home Schooling and Advocacy to name a few.
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So don't be discouraged by what may seem to be a Mission Impossible. There are many Organizations in place that can smooth the way. PIC is one of them.
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Joan Mirantz - Joni is a Realtor® with Homequest Real Estate, a locally owned, Customer Service oriented Firm.
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Joan works in Buyer and Seller Representation with concentrations in the Merrimack Valley Area and towns surrounding Concord NH - the Capital City.
"I love what I do, and it shows in how I do it"
Having crossed over to the "other side of Middle Age" herself....Joan is an ongoing source of information about local programs, facilities and issues specific to her peers!
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Rosario...I beg to differ.
The Public Schools are not always current with their information and are continuously being updated on what is available by (non-profit) Service Agencys in their respective States.
Special needs children are not their primary concern!
How right you are Joan
The bulk of the funding for the smaller organizations is Federal. It has been cut drastically. They must rely heavily on Grants. Now that the money pool is shrinking...the grant competition is increasing!
They really have to jump through hoops!
And many familys are losing services because of it.
Joan great information. Moves are indeed stressful both the parents and to children as you pointed out. Their concerns are simplified to us as adults-however with good resources a parent new to the area can immediately find organizations, school information, and recreational activities which will help make their children's adjustment go smoother.
Well Done!
Joan, this is wonderful information. I have a nephew with cerebral palsy due to stress during being born and I know that he is by far the most sensitive child of all of my nephews. I also know that the school boards are not that supportive of special needs children. They have programs, however they do not know half of what is out there for parents to help with the needs of their children.
Thanks for being such a caring REALTOR and person !!
Jo
Thank you Allison...coming from you tha't a great compliment!
We had "issues" when my son was in school. I eventually found this organization and it was a life saver!
Thanks Jo...hopefully there are some clearing house organizations where your nephew lives!
If he's in the States I believe there are Sister organizations in all of them!