SPaN 2014 - 2015 Professional Directory SOUTHEAST
P.O. Box 269 Natick, MA 01760 www.spanmass.org [email protected] SPaN 2014 - 2015 Professional Directory Abington Acushnet Attleboro Berkley Bridgewater Brockton Carver Dartmouth Dighton Duxbury East Bridgewater East Taunton Easton Fairhaven Fall River Freetown Halifax Hanover Hanson Hingham Hull Kingston Lakeville Mansfield Marion Marshfield Mattapoisett Middleborough New Bedford North Attleboro Norton Norwell Pembroke Plymouth Plympton Raynham Rehoboth Rochester Rockland Scituate Seekonk Somerset South Dartmouth South Easton Swansea Taunton Wareham West Bridgewater Westport Whitman SOUTHEAST Counties: Bristol, Plymouth SPaN advocates, educational consultants and other professionals are available to work with families, schools, and individuals. Areas of expertise and fees will vary since they are determined by individual advocates, and are not regulated by SPaN. Potential clients are encouraged to make thoughtful, informed decisions based on their own needs. The Special Needs Advocacy Network is not responsible for the performance of individual advocates or service providers. View SPaN Ethics and Standards of Practice All SPaN Member are required to have met 12+ hours of continuing education training during the year ending July 31, 2014 to be included in this Professional Directory Listing. (*) indicates a Span Board of Director Last Updated: Autism Spectrum Advocacy 2/20/2015 Phone: (508) 625-2209 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Autism Spectrum Advocacy Stephanie LeBlanc, Cheryl Temple, Debra Wasilauski, M. Ed. PO Box 122 Hopkinton MA 01748 [email protected] www.autismspectrumadvocacy.com Disability Focus: Phone: (508) 625-2209 Fax: (508) 625-2209 Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles Languages: English Autism Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast Stephanie LeBlanc, Cheryl Temple, Debra Wasilauski, M. Ed. Using our unique group advocacy model, ASA offers comprehensive special educational advocacy services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. For more information and to contact us, please visit our website. i Phone: (781) 209-1166 Fax: (781) 795-1591 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English James Baron Esq., M. Ed. Attorney Law Office of James M. Baron 9 Spring St. Waltham MA 02451 [email protected] www.lawbaron.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Special Education Law - Advocacy and counseling through the special education process; BSEA representation. j Page 2 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (781) 307-2378 Fax: Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Brooke Bayko Parent Advocate/Surrogate Parent 23 Hart Place Woburn MA 01801 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West I have 2 boys with Autism and they have trained me advocate for them in the public school system. I have always had a great relationship with my childrens school and both boys receive all services necessary and are thriving. I took the training through the Federation For Children with Special needs and continue to take what ever trainings I am lucky enough to be able to attend. Ashley Berman Esq. Phone: (781) 231-4332 Fax: (781) 231-3273 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Attorney Education Consulting, Advocacy & Legal Services, LLC 999 Broadway, Suite 301 Stonehill Corporate Center Saugus MA 01906 [email protected] www.educationandjuvenilelaw.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Graduated from Suffolk University Law School in May 2013 and was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in November 2013. Ashley interned with both Attorney Kristin Palace and Attorney Jill Updegraph during my time in law school. I provide legal representation and counseling throughout the entire special education process. Page 3 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (508) 366-6800 Fax: 508-366-2021 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Lyn Billman-Golemme MEd RN MFT MHC CSCS Billman-Golemme Associates 27 Park Street Westborough MA 01581 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Parent information/options, complex situations, IEP, 504. Test/Evaluation interpretation. High Risk behavior. All special education needs and ages. FCSN trained l Phone: (617) 640-1007 Fax: 617-640-1007 Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles Languages: English Marilyn Burke Weber Transition Advocate Parent Consultant 11 Dartmouth Avenue Dedham MA 02026 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Consultation and advocacy 14-22 transition-aged youth. Transition planning for life after high school. FCSN, Wrightslaw, SEAT Trained; FCSN Trainer Turning 14, FCSN Planning A Life. Massachusetts Advocates for Children Autism Committee and Transition Committee. Page 4 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (617) 719-1510 Fax: Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles Languages: Tara Campbell M. Ed. Labor of Love Advocacy Network 48 Edward Rd Newton MA 02465 [email protected] taracampbelladvocacy.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast 20 years of experience as a special educator 15 years in a private school for kids with language based learning disabilities. Professional and collaborative TEAM approach designed to empower families. I am available for consultations, IEP and educational testing review, team meetings, observations and home assessments (strategies and suggestions for the carryover of skills from school to home). SPED certified, Licensed Speech Therapy Assistance, Wilson and LindamoodBell trained and certified. Phone: (508) 835-1188 Fax: (508) 835-1187 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Lynne Carlson-LeFort MBA Special Education Advocate and Consultant The Advocate 26 West Boylston St. West Boylston MA 01583 [email protected] Disability Focus: t All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Providing special education advocacy and consulting services to families since 1990. FCSN trained. Experienced, knowledgeable, professional. We service all of Massachusetts. Consultation, TEAM Meetings, Mediations, Training. Page 5 of 29 t S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (617) 549-5065 Fax: Travel Miles: Languages: English Marie Concannon Parent Consultation - Educational Edvocacy 575 California St. Newton MA 02460 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Mental Health, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast 30 years experience as a Special Educator skilled in the Team process and negotiating for the needs of the child. Available for consultation regarding the SPED process review of assessments and attendance at IEP, 504, IEE and Team meetings, as well as mediation. Master Degree in Special Education from Lesley University. FCSN trained. Noreen Q. Curran Phone: (617) 489-2745 Fax: 617-489-2745 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English, Spanish Advocacy Associates 11 Barbara Terrace Watertown MA 02472 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Mental Health, Mental Health, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast Advocacy:all disabilities. Team meetings, Mediations, Pre-hearing Conferences. Consultations available. 35 years experience. Dispute resolution. Page 6 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (617) 926-5916 Fax: Travel Miles: Up to 20 miles Languages: English Ann Davitt BA, M.A., M.Ed. www.annsadvocacy.webs.com/ 66 Duff Street Watertown MA 02472 [email protected] www.annsadvocacy.webs.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories, All Disability Categories, Communication, Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast FCSN trained, 35 years experience; teacher, Special Educator, IEP development, SPED team chairperson. Specializing in: all LD's, dyslexia and other reading disorders, ADHD, NVLD, Autism spectrum, SID. Team meetings, mediation. Low fees. Ruth Diaz, Esq Attorney Law Office of Ruth M. Diaz 8 Intervale Rd. Wellesley MA 02481 [email protected] www.ruthdiazlaw.com Disability Focus: Phone: (781) 772-1273 Fax: (781) 898-3107 Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles Languages: English, Spanish * SPaN Board: Member-At-Large All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast Experienced attorney providing high quality legal representation in all stages of the Special Education process from Team meetings to Bureau of Special Education Appeal hearings on behalf of students (ages 3-21) in all disability categories including Autism, Aspergers Syndrome, Language-Based Learning Disorders, Sensory, Neurological, ADHD, Intellectual, Social/Emotional, as well as Transitions, Discipline, Bullying and Trauma. Page 7 of 29 r S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (617) 217-2014 Fax: (617) 217-2001 Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles Languages: English Rita Donovan Donovan Advocacy and Consulting 225 Franklin St, 26th flr Boston MA 02110 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Central, Northeast, Southeast, West Strategic planning including case evaluation, consultes with providers and school observations in preparation for team meetings. Collaborate with state wide systems and school districts to ensure FAPE. Experienced in complex cases and out of districts placements. BSEA and mediation experience. Retainer required with a signed contract from the parent, guardian or GAL. Jennie DunKley JDK Communications: Special Education Consulting 9 Meetinghouse Lane South Easton MA 02375 [email protected] http://www.jdk-com.com Disability Focus: Phone: (508) 230-7357 Fax: 508-230-7363 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English * SPaN Board: Member-At-Large All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West 12+ years results-focused Advocacy & Consulting. SEAT, FCSN & Wrightslaw trained; FCSN Trainer. Chair Massachusetts SPED Advisory Council. j Page 8 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: 781-925-0532 Fax: Travel Miles: Languages: Kathleen E. Dunn Ked Kids 155 George Washington Blvd Apt 310 Hull MA 02043 [email protected] kedkids.com Disability Focus: Available in these Regions: Cape and the Islands, Southeast Experienced former teacher with references. Parental support and whole child focus. Phone: (508) 755-4557 Fax: 508-791-5135 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Jayne S. Fisher M.S., M.A. Special Education Consultant and Advocate Jayne S. Fisher, M.S., M.A. 124 Newton Avenue North Worcester MA 01609 [email protected] www.jaynefisheradvocate.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast I have 30 years experience as a special education consultant and advocate. I partner with parents in their quest for a meaningful education for their children with disabilities. My practice now includes mentoring for new and experienced advocates. Page 9 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Cheryl Follett Special Education Advocate Southeast Advocate Associates, Inc. 4 Carleton Road Plainville MA 02762 [email protected] www.southeastadvocateassociates.com Disability Focus: Phone: (508) 272-0010 Fax: (774) 827-3010 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English * SPaN Board: Member-At-Large All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West 30+ yrs. Experience, Comprehensive Advocacy & Consultation, NE states, References on request. Advocate Trainer and Coach. My experience includes advocating for children with disabilities in thirteen states simultaneously. I have extensive knowledge of the federal laws and regulations in addition to the MA state laws and regulations governing Special Education. Phone: (978) 338-6611 Fax: (978) 561-1124 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Laura Gillis Esq. Law Office of Laura G. Gillis, LLC 27 Main St. Topsfield MA 01983 [email protected] legillislaw.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Attorney & parent of a child diagnosed with Autism. IEP review; TEAM meetings; LD, ASD, Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD; out of district placements; BSEA hearings and mediation, suspensions/expulsions, manifestation determination hearings. Page 10 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (508) 285-5504 Fax: (508) 285-6022 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Beth Karon Goldberg Esq. Attorney at Law 250 E.Main St. Suite 4 Norton MA 02766 [email protected] www.bethkgoldberglaw.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories, Emotional Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Southeast Special education advocacy and legal representation at school meetings, mediation, and the BSEA regarding 504 and IEP process, discipline, bullying and more. The goal is to assist parents and guardians to procure appropriate educational services for their student. Past special education teacher and social worker. Sliding fee scale available. Please call our office. Phone: (781) 585-5864 Fax: Travel Miles: Up to 20 miles Languages: English Theresa Gormley Special Needs Education Advocate PreSchool to High School Advocacy 7 Green St. Kingston MA 02364 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Cape and the Islands, Southeast PreSchool to High School, 30+ years working with children and families. Strong in Parent support. FCSN trained. Team approach. Page 11 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (508) 965-4175 Fax: (508) 405-4544 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English * SPaN Board: Member-At-Large Susan L. Haberman M. Ed. Susan L. Haberman, M. Ed. 60 Davidson Road Framingham MA 01701 [email protected] www.slhaberman.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Susan is a certified special educator with over 20 years experience teaching in public and private schools. Shas been in private practice as a consultant for 7 years. Susan has taught and advocated for children with a range of diagnoses including Learning Disabilities, Mental Health Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Intellectual Impairments and other health conditions. Susan offers a range of services including advocacy, consultation, transition planning and observations. Phone: (781) 930-3127 Fax: Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Alisa Hall Sankey Law Offices 25 Braintree Hill Park, Ste 200 Braintree MA 02184 [email protected] www.sankeylaw.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Representing parents in all special education matters, including: team meetings, mediation and due process hearings, out of district placements, school discipline and expulsion hearings and juvenile court cases. Page 12 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (617) 431-1200 Fax: (617) 431-5905 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Connie Hilton Attorney-at-Law Constance M. Hilton Attorney-at-Law 2 Fayette Park Cambridge MA 02139 [email protected] www.cmhiltonlaw.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Constance M. Hilton specializes in the representation of children with disabilities and their families in special education cases and other school related matter. Connie is also available to serve as a guardian ad litem or family coordinator in probable court and juvenile court matters. Connie previously served as a hearing officer for the Bureau of Special Education Appeals (BSEA) and as Deputy General Counsel for the Office for Children (OFC) before entering private practice over twenty years ago. She was previously the co-chair of the Special Education Parents’ Advisory Committee for Cambridge, a board member for the Cambridge Guidance Center, a member of the Cambridge Kids’ Council, and a board member for the Child Care Resource Center. Connie was a founding member of the Cambridge Women’s Commission. She is a frequent speaker at conferences and workshops for parents and advocates as well as for legal professionals and mental health professionals. Connie is a member of the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA), the Massachusetts Association of Guardians ad litem (MAGAL), and the Special Needs Advocacy Network (SPaN). Connie graduated from the University of Illinois and Suffolk University Law School. She is the parent of two children. Page 13 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (508) 868-0822 Fax: Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Kathleen A. Hultgren Ed.D. Educational Consultant/Advocate KBR Industries Inc. 11 Prouty Lane Rutland MA 01543 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Communication, Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West FCSN trained and 12 years as an advocate with 35 years experience in a public school as a classroom teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Learning Disability Specialist and a Team Chairperson working with language based learning disabilities, intellectual/development impairments, ADHD, emotional and behavioral impairments, Autism, transition and bullying issues. IEP, 504, mediations, discipline, evaluation interpretations, observations, certified Speech and Language Path, Certified Wilson I Phone: (781) 784-9225 Fax: Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles Languages: English Marcy Kaplan Full Potential Consulting 19 Inca Tr. Sharon MA 02067 [email protected] www.fullpotentialconsult.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Intellectual, Neurological, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Southeast Trained by the Federation for Children with Special Needs, Full Potential Consulting offers a broad range of services including attending school meetings. We also review with parents and caregivers the student's evaluations and documentation. It is our goal to strongly advocate for students while also working hand in hand with their parents/caregivers to navigate the special education process. We work collaboratively and professionally with school districts and other service providers. Page 14 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (781) 329-6874 Fax: Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Lois M. Kraus M.Ed. Special Education Solutions 371 Mt. Vernon Street Dedham MA 02026 [email protected] www.spedsolutionsma.com Disability Focus: Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Intellectual, Neurological, Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast Educ. Advocate & Parent with 15 years’ experience. My mission is to empower parents in understanding the SPED process & in developing the most appropriate IEP/504 child centered educational plan. I use a professional and collaborative TEAM approach. I am available for consultations, team meetings, mediations, l transition planning, observations & evaluations of current & proposed IEP/504 & placements. I have extensive knowledge with regard to many disabilities specializing in Autism/Asperger.Asperger. John Krieger M. Ed. Education Consultant and Advocate John Krieger, M.ED., Education Consulting and Adovcacy 300 West Main St. Bldg B Northborough MA 01532 [email protected] www.kriegeredconsult.com Disability Focus: Phone: (413) 522-2908 Fax: (508) 393-4270 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Experienced Educator, Consultant and Advocate: ADHD, Autism, Bullying, Developmental Delay, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, Etc… Page 15 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (617) 699-0364 Fax: Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Mary-Beth Landy Educational Advocate Special Kids with Needs 67 Prescott St. Medford MA 02155 [email protected] Disability Focus: Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Specific Learning Disability, Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast I have served as a Family Advocate for 9 years. I am the parent of two special needs children. I am trained by appointed Federation for Children with Special Needs and Wrightslaw, and serve as a state Special Education Surrogate Parent. I work for FCSN as an Information Specialist, Trainer, and consultant. I am a Certified Trainer for the National Alliance for Mental Illness of Massachusetts. I accept credit cards and work with families through a sliding scale for fees. Phone: (508) 625-2209 Fax: (508) 625-2209 Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles Languages: English Stephanie L. LeBlanc Autism Spectrum Advocacy PO Box 122 Hopkinton MA 01748 [email protected] www.autismspectrumadvocacy.com Disability Focus: Autism Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast Stephanie LeBlanc, Cheryl Temple, Debra Wasilauski, M. Ed. Using our unique group advocacy model, ASA offers comprehensive special educational advocacy services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. For more information and to contact us, please visit our website. I Page 16 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (857) 891-3271 Fax: Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Mary Lewis-Pierce Parent Advocate and Special Education Attorney 61 Walk Hill Street #2 Jamaica Plain MA 02130 [email protected] lewispierce.org Disability Focus: All Disability Categories, Autism, Emotional Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast I am a Special Education Attorney and Advocate. I am a former prosecutor who is now dedicated to serving families with children with special needs. I have been trained by FCSN, and I am a Special Education Surrogate Parent. I can help with all stages of the education process from reviewing IEPs, attending Team l Meetings, to Mediation and Hearings. I will be a zealous advocate for your family. Ellen McGee M.M. SPED Consultant/Advocate 33 Bedford St. Burlington MA 01803 [email protected] Disability Focus: Phone: (617) 721-0648 Fax: (781) 273-0202 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English * SPaN Board: Member-At-Large Emotional, Mental Health, Physical, Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Dyslexia specialty includes the often-associated issues with anxiety, Social, emotional, and attention. I am committed to helping students with special needs gain access to the services and secure the placement they require. I provide parents with guidance throughout the special education process, including, but not limited to, attending meetings, observations, securing effective educational assessments and analyzing documents. Disability Focus: Dyslexia, Specific Leaning Disabilities, ADHD, and Physical Disabilities. Page 17 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (781) 231-4332 Fax: (781) 231-3273 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Daniel Mikolajewski Jr. Esq. Attorney Education Consulting, Advocacy & Legal Services, LLC 999 Broadway, Suite 301 Stonehill Corporate Center Saugus MA 01906 [email protected] www.educationandjuvenilelaw.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Specializing in Special Needs Estate Planning including Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, Health Care Proxy, & Durable Power of Attorney. In addition he practices Special Education Law, Education Law, Juvenile Law, Mental Health Law, and Disability Law. Daniel has extensive experience working with children and adults with moderate to severe special needs. Phone: (978) 969-6281 Fax: (978) 522-8459 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Michelle Moor Esq. Law Office of Michelle Moor, LLC PO Box 299 Beverly MA 01915 [email protected] www.michellemoor.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West My legal practice is devoted entirely to assisting children with special needs receive free appropriate public educations. I help families with a wide range of legal issues, including establishing eligibility for 504 plans and IEPs, navigating the Team process successfully, securing an out of district placement when necessary, transition service planning, as well as with discipline and bullying matters. I also represent clients at mediations and due process hearings. Page 18 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (508) 857-9396 Fax: Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles Languages: English Christina Moore M. Ed. Educational Consultant/Academic Coach 5 Oriole Drive North Attleboro MA 02760 [email protected] www.learnmoore.net Disability Focus: Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Neurological, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Southeast Certified teacher and student advocate. Strategic and collaborative WHOLE TEAM focus. Empowering families for students to reach their full potential. Master’s level in Education. Member of CEC, International Dyslexia Association, SPaN and Special Education Surrogate Parent Program. Wilson Level 1 Certified. Remediation, tutoring and executive functioning support. Phone: (617) 393-3704 Fax: (617) 393-3704 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Faith Morgan Special Education Advocate d/b/a Massachusetts Family and Child 126 Main St. #19 Watertown MA 02471 [email protected] www.mafamilyandchild.org Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast Master's Level Special Education Advocate with over 20 years experience in education and advocacy. Professional, systematic approach to achieving results for your child. FCSN Advocate, MA DESE Surrogate. FCSN, Wrightslaw, Suffolk Law ALS, COPAA, SPAN. f Page 19 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Tracey Morgan Advocate for Special Education A Bright IDEA Advocates 1661 Massachusetts Ave #241 Lexington MA 02420 [email protected] www.abrightideaadvocates.com Disability Focus: Phone: (781) 734-0419 Fax: (781) 734-0419 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English * SPaN Board: 1st Vice President All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast Affordable rates, sliding-scale, call for details. Experience with behavior assessment/modification, out-of district and residential placements. FCSN & Orton-Gillingham training. 25 years of experience, education, and training in presentation, negotiation and conflict resolution. Effective and collaborative communication with school districts, collateral agencies, and insurance companies. COPAA Phone: (978) 494-0401 Fax: Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English, Spanish Scott Nicholas Esq. The Nicholas Law Office 21 Central Street Andover MA 01810 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West A Massachusetts special education attorney, now accepting new clients throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts needing assistance in special education matters including: IEP review, drafting and negotiation; IEP team meeting attendance; Section 504 plans; mediation and BSEA hearing representation; out of district placements, and disciplinary proceedings. Page 20 of 29 t S.P.A.N Advocate Listing James F. O'Donnell M. Ed., JD Advocacy Alliance of Greater Boston 222 Northampton Street Boston MA 02118 [email protected] 2thrive4life.org Disability Focus: Phone: (617) 266-6807 Fax: (617) 266-6807 Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles Languages: American Sign Language/SEE, English * SPaN Board: Member-At-Large Sensory(Hearing/Vision) Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast JD, Ms.Ed, Administrator for 7 years Boston, 19 years in disability law or field. Specialty is hearing loss: hard of hearing, Deaf, oral, signing and those with cochlear implants: also where hearing loss is one of the disabilities. First consultation is free. Services include as counselor legal representation at IEP meeting level, j mediation or hearing. My goal is to ensure full services for children with disability and empower parents to be effective advocates themselves. Debra Pedersen M. Ed. Phone: (508) 529-4777 Fax: 508-529-4777 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Special Education Consultant & Advocate Pedersen Educational Associates, LLC 25 Hopkinton Road Upton MA 01568 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Special Education Consultant/Advocate, Former SpEd teacher, Master Level, 30+ yrs. experience ADHD, Dyslexia (LBLD), NVLD, Tourette's; FCSN & Wright'sLaw trained. Page 21 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (978) 247-7101 Fax: Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Daniel Perlman Attorney Law Office of Daniel S. Perlman, LLC 42 Davis Road (Stes 3 & 4) Acton MA 01720 [email protected] http://www.perlmanlegal.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West I previously served as the case law attorney for Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC), where I represented parents from across the state. I routinely represent and advise families on all aspects of special education disputes including the team process (evaluations, eligibility, IEP development, program and placement disputes), school discipline, mediation, unilateral and out-of-district placements, litigation at the Bureau of Special Education Appeals, and settlement negotiation Tina Qvarnstrom Phone: (508) 776-5484 Fax: (508) 815-0959 Travel Miles: Languages: English Education Advocate & Parent Consultant Cape Cod Advocate PO Box 1614 Marston Mills MA 02648 [email protected] http://capecodadvocate.com/ Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Cape and the Islands, Southeast Tina is FCSN trained and has extensive experience in adoption issues impacting education, Reactive Attachment Disorder and Austism. We invite you to visit www.capecodadvocate.com to learn more about the services we provide. Page 22 of 29 t S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (508) 428-2288 Fax: (508) 613-7627 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Christine M. Riley Cape Cod Advocate PO Box 1614 Marstons Mills MA 02648 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Cape and the Islands, Southeast Christine Riley & Tina Qvarnstrom Experienced advocates providing educational consultation & advocacy for children of all ages & disabilities. Christine is a former board member of SPaN, FCSN, ISEA, SEAT & Wrightslaw trained as well as a certified mediator. Tina is FCSN trained with extensive experience with adoption issues impacting education and autism. We invite you to visit www.capecodadvocate.com for more information about us and the services provided. Phone: (781) 930-3127 Fax: (781) 930-3128 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Jeffrey Sankey Sankey Law Offices, P.C. 25 Braintree Hill Park, Suite 200 Braintree MA 02184 [email protected] www.sankeylaw.com Disability Focus: i All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast Special Education Attorney. Provides legal representation in all special education matters, including team meetings, settlement conferences and BSEA hearings. Out-of-District Placements. School discipline, expulsions and manifestation hearings. Bullying and harassment cases. Experienced Juvenile Court representation. Page 23 of 29 j S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (781) 249-9808 Fax: Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Ellen M. Scoggins MBA EMS Advocacy PO Box 750100 Arlington MA 02475 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories, Autism Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast Special Education Advocacy & Consultation; Team meetings, IEP's, ASD Specialty, FCSN trained, Experienced Negotiator Phone: (617) 842-6384 Fax: Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Charlotte Simpson Special Education Consultant-Advocate 170 Monroe St Pembroke MA 02359 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Cape and the Islands, Southeast As an adoptive parent of a child with complex special needs, I have thirteen years of first hand experience working with the schools to find creative solutions to difficult educational challenges. I am FCSN certified and welcome any parent with special education concerns, especially, those whose children are struggling with adoption, attachment and/or other complex trauma related emotional issues. Disability Focus: Attachment and Trauma Related Disorders Page 24 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (508) 981-4617 Fax: Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Jonathan P. Smith Ed. D Educational Consultant/Parent Advocate 38 Prospect St. Whitinsville MA 01588 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Special Education director, teacher, consultant. 35 years experience in all aspects of special education; all disabilities;behavior/curriculum assessment: IEP/Team meetings; FCSN trained. j Phone: (508) 244-7081 Fax: (508) 778-4773 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Elena Stuhl M. Ed. Special Needs Advocate Duffy & Associates Advocacy 8 Massachusetts Ave. West Yarmouth MA 02673 [email protected] http://www.duffyspedadvocates.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories, Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Health, Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Sensory(Hearing/Vision), Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West TWhat do we do? Duffy and Associates Advocates Inc. provides superior service to the parents of children with challenges. We may be hired by a parent or guardian, but unlike other advocates, we believe we work for the child. Our mission is to help children with challenges reach their greatest potential. An advocate works with the parents, the school, and any other needed outside sources to provide the best possible opportunities for our precious clients. Page 25 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (508) 733-0999 Fax: 508-405-0974 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: American Sign Language/SEE, English * SPaN Board: Member-At-Large Margaret Sunners Special Education Consultant and Advocate Advocacy Alliance of Metrowest 209 West Central Suite 203 Natick MA 01760 [email protected] Disability Focus: Sensory(Hearing/Vision) Available in these Regions: Boston, Cape and the Islands, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast, West Signing and/or Oral Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, Cochlear advocate, parent/professional resources and training for groups/individuals. FCSN/ WrightsLaw trained and advocating since 1995. Phone: (781) 308-2424 Fax: Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles Languages: English Shanna Townley Parent Consultant 247 Taylor St. Pembroke MA 02359 [email protected] Disability Focus: Communication, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Cape and the Islands, Southeast I have completed the course through the Federation for Children with Special Needs for Parent Consultants. I am available for phone consultations as well as IEP meetings. Page 26 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Beth Tremblay Hall Education Advocate/Paralegal Education Consulting, Advocacy & Legal Services, LLC 999 Broadway, Suite 301 Saugus MA 01906 Phone: (781) 231-4332 Fax: (781) 231-3273 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English * SPaN Board: Vice PresidentProgramming [email protected] www.educationandjuvenilelaw.com Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast I have enjoyed my role as a professional Educational Advocate for over seven years. Currently serving as the V.P. of Programming for SPaN, and an active member of COPAA. My training consists of an array of workshops with experts in related fields, Fundamentals/Suffolk Law School, Wrightslaw, in addition I studied with two mentors. Services include: IEP/504 development; Care Plan Meetings; Mediation; PQA; Hearing Prep; Consultation/case review; supported documentation and more. Thank you for your consideration! Phone: (781) 449-8367 Fax: 781-444-2268 Travel Miles: Up to 40 miles Languages: English Andrea Wizer Andrea Wizer, Special Education Consultant 7 Emerson Road Needham MA 02492 [email protected] Disability Focus: Autism, Developmental Delay, Emotional, Health, Neurological, Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Boston, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast 30+ years experience working with children and familiesl. Provde special ed consulting, advocacy, and assessment. M. Ed., Special Ed. FCSN trained. Page 27 of 29 S.P.A.N Advocate Listing Phone: (781) 489-2270 Fax: (781) 431-8726 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: Armenian, English Michael A. Zeytoonian Dispute Resolution Counsel, LLC 110 Cedar St. Ste. 250 Wellesley Hills MA 02481 [email protected] Disability Focus: All Disability Categories Available in these Regions: Boston, Central, Metrowest, Northeast, Southeast I am a lawyer, mediator and ombudsman,. My areas of practice are Special Education, employment, consumer protection, business and homeowner/contractor law. Our approach is through negotiation focus on satisfying the needs and interests of our clients and view litigation as a last resortt when no other less draining process will work. Phone: (508) 759-3831 Fax: 508-302-8484 Travel Miles: 50+ miles Languages: English Ina B. Zibbell M.A. Ina B. Zibbell, M.A, 25 Sea Breeze Drive Bourne MA 02532 [email protected] Disability Focus: Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Neurological, Physical, Specific Learning Disability Available in these Regions: Cape and the Islands, Southeast Educational Advocate/Consultant; educational remdiation - tutoring; Reading Specialist - OG and Wilson; Specializing in reading, math, all academics - tutoring; Learning Disabilities - Studies Skills, MCAS, SAT preparation; College preparation - choosing schools, scholarships available, preparing applications, essay support.; GED, SAT, and other professional testing preparations, College Preparation-applications, scholarships. College application prep, choosing colleges to meet one's needs 1-508-566-0885 Page 28 of 29 Total Listings: 53
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