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A curated library of guides, organizations, and tools to help families, self-advocates, and professionals navigate the IDD landscape with confidence.

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IEP & EducationWebsite

Wrightslaw: Special Education Law & Advocacy

A comprehensive resource for parents, educators, and advocates covering special education law, IEP rights, and dispute resolution under IDEA.

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PACER Center: Champion for Children with Disabilities

National parent training and information center offering guides, workshops, and tools to help families participate effectively in their child's education.

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IEP & EducationFederal Resource

IDEA — Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

The full text of IDEA and related regulations, maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Essential reading for understanding your child's federal rights.

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HCBS & WaiversFederal Resource

Medicaid.gov: Home & Community Based Services

Official CMS resource covering HCBS waiver programs, eligibility criteria, and state-by-state program information for individuals with disabilities.

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NASDDDS: National Association of State DD Directors

State-level resources and policy information for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receiving community-based supports.

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The Arc: Community Living Resources

Guides and advocacy tools focused on community living, supported decision-making, and access to HCBS for individuals with IDD.

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Transition & Adult ServicesWebsite

NTACT:C — National Technical Assistance Center on Transition

Evidence-based practices and resources for improving transition outcomes for students with disabilities moving from school to adult life.

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APSE: Employment First Resources

Resources supporting competitive integrated employment for individuals with disabilities, including policy briefs and state-level Employment First information.

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Think College: Higher Education for People with IDD

A national clearinghouse on college options for students with intellectual disabilities, including program directories and transition planning tools.

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Self-AdvocacyOrganization

Self Advocates Becoming Empowered (SABE)

A national self-advocacy organization run by and for people with disabilities, offering resources on rights, leadership, and community participation.

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ASAN: Autistic Self Advocacy Network

Policy resources, toolkits, and advocacy guides developed by and for autistic people, including materials on supported decision-making and disability rights.

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Rights & LegalLegal Resource

Disability Rights Advocates

A nonprofit legal center advancing the rights of people with all types of disabilities through high-impact litigation and advocacy.

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ADA National Network

Information, guidance, and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act, including a helpline for individuals and organizations with ADA questions.

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Center for Public Representation

Specializes in systemic advocacy and legal representation for people with disabilities in institutional and community settings.

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Key Terms & Definitions

A plain-language glossary of terms commonly encountered when navigating IDD systems.

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