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IEP Advocate Providers in Riverside
Autism Society Inland Empire — Special Education Advocacy / Advocates for Angels
📍 6848 Magnolia Avenue, Suite 150
JDM Advanced Advocacy (listed on OAH advocate list)
📍 6421 Central Avenue
📍 6421 Central Avenue
📍 6421 Central Avenue
📍 6421 Central Avenue
📍 6421 Central Avenue
📍 6421 Central Avenue
📍 4164 Brockton Avenue
📍 6848 Magnolia Ave, Ste. 150
📍 6848 Magnolia Avenue, Suite 150
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
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Your Regional Office
Inland Regional Center
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📍 1365 S. Waterman Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92408, San Bernardino
🕐 Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Individuals must have a developmental disability that originates before the age of 18, continues, or can be expected to continue, indefinitely, and constitutes a substantial disability. Qualifying conditions include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, and conditions closely related to intellectual disability or requiring treatment similar to that required for individuals with an intellectual disability.
California Resources
Key Laws
SB 946
Requires health insurance to cover behavioral health treatment for autism, including ABA therapy.
Lanterman Act
Guarantees services and supports for Californians with developmental disabilities through Regional Centers.
AB 1062
Requires school districts to use evidence-based practices for students with autism.
Funding Sources
Regional Center
Provides services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism. Free evaluation and services.
Medi-Cal
California's Medicaid program covers ABA, speech therapy, OT, and other autism services.
Private Insurance
SB 946 mandates autism coverage. Contact your insurer for specific benefits.
School District (IEP)
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for children ages 3-22 with disabilities.
Early Start
Early intervention for children 0-3 through Regional Centers. Free evaluation.