Best IEP Advocate in College Station, TX (2025)

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What to Look For in IEP Advocate

IEP advocates help parents navigate the special education system, attend IEP meetings, understand their rights, and ensure children receive appropriate services from school districts.

✓Knowledge of IDEA and state special education law
✓Experience with your child's disability type
✓Clear communication style
✓Collaborative approach with schools
✓References from other families

Insurance: IEP advocacy is typically not covered by insurance. Costs range from $100-300 per hour. Some advocates offer sliding scale fees. Regional Centers may fund advocacy services.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I hire an IEP advocate?▾

Consider an advocate if you're feeling overwhelmed, disagreeing with the school, or your child isn't making progress with current services.

What's the difference between an advocate and attorney?▾

Advocates help at IEP meetings and negotiations but cannot represent you in due process hearings. Attorneys can represent you in legal proceedings.

Can the school refuse to let my advocate attend?▾

No. Federal law (IDEA) gives you the right to bring anyone to IEP meetings, including advocates.

How much does an IEP advocate cost?▾

Typically $100-300 per hour. Some charge flat rates for IEP meetings. Many offer free initial consultations.

Your Regional Office

MHMR Authority of Brazos Valley

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📍 1504 S. Texas Ave. Bryan, TX 77802, 1504 S. Texas Ave. Bryan 77802

📞 (800) 282-6467

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🕐 Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Eligibility for IDD services generally requires a diagnosis of an intellectual or developmental disability that originated before age 22 and results in substantial functional limitations. ECI serves children birth to age 3 with developmental delays or disabilities.

Texas Resources

Key Laws

SB 1484

Requires health plans to cover ABA therapy for children with autism under age 10.

HB 1481

Expands autism insurance coverage and removes age limits for certain plans.

Funding Sources

LIDDA (Local IDD Authority)

Texas's system of 39 local authorities providing services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Medicaid Waiver Programs

HOME, CLASS, DBMD, and HCS waivers provide community-based services.

Private Insurance

Coverage varies by plan. Many plans now cover ABA therapy.

School District (IEP)

Free Appropriate Public Education through age 22.

IEP Advocate in Nearby Cities

Bryan, TX7.5 mi away Huntsville, TX44.7 mi away Conroe, TX51.7 mi away The Woodlands, TX54.6 mi away Spring, TX65.4 mi away Fulshear, TX66.5 mi away

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