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IEP Advocate Providers in Rochester
📍 1501 East Avenue
Legal Aid Society of Rochester — Education Law Unit
📍 Other Locations (main office contact for Education Law Unit)
Starbridge, Inc. — Parent Training & Information Center (Western NY)
📍 Starbridge offices / regional contact
New Directions Youth and Family Services — Family Support Coordinators / FSC
Empire Justice Center (legal advocacy statewide with Rochester coverage)
Families Together in New York State — Western Region (resource & advocacy supports)
University of Rochester / UR Medicine Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics — Resource Directory (advocacy listings)
Tully Rinckey / Rochester Special Education (Tully Legal)
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
Western NY & Finger Lakes DDRO
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📍 1200 East and West Road, West Seneca, NY 14224, West Seneca 14224
🕐 Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (General Office Hours - may vary by department)
Individuals with developmental disabilities who are residents of New York State. Eligibility is determined by OPWDD.
New York Resources
Key Laws
Autism Insurance Reform Act
Requires health insurance to cover autism diagnosis and treatment including ABA therapy.
Timothy's Law
Mental health parity law ensuring coverage for behavioral health conditions.
Funding Sources
OPWDD (Office for People With Developmental Disabilities)
New York's state agency providing services through DDROs (Developmental Disabilities Regional Offices).
Medicaid Waiver
HCBS waiver provides home and community-based services.
Private Insurance
ABA coverage mandated. Contact your insurer for specifics.
School District (CPSE/CSE)
Services through Committee on Preschool Special Education (ages 3-5) and Committee on Special Education (5+).
Early Intervention (EIP)
Free services for children 0-3 through county health departments.