This packet provides information on seven skills that you can learn to use to increase your ability
to advocate for your child. Matrix Parent Advisors are also available to coach you and offer advice
on your journey. You know your child best and are the one who is the constant from year to year.
Parents’ advocacy reflects their values, hopes, and dreams for their children. You are your child’s
advocate. Matrix can be your advisor in that process.
Our website has links to information from other agencies on this topic, and we have other
information packets on specific disabilities, Special Education, and Regional Centers that relate
to advocacy. The following packets have specific information on skills and tools needed for your
advocacy:
Getting Organized
IEP Toolkit
Resolving Disagreements
Our libraries in Novato and Fairfield have books, DVDs/videos, magazines, and other materials