Community
Parent Resource Center (Serving city of Boston)
Urban/PRIDE
1472 Tremont Street
Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
(617) 445-3191
Email: c.spinkston.urbanpride@att.net
Web: http://www.doe.mass.edu/sped/
Community
Resources for People with Autism
116 Pleasant St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
(413) 529-2428
Email: crautism@crocker.com
Serving families with children with autism in western MA.
Connections
Child and Adolescent Group Program
120 School Street
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 863-5555; (617) 895-0011 (fax)
Email: connectionscagp@aol.com
Web: http://connectionscagp.com
Social-emotional development groups for children and adolescents,
whose social abilities are affected by mood disorders, ADHD, mild
Autism Spectrum Disorders, or other learning or behavioral challenges.
Corey
Consulting Services
Melinda M. Corey
P.O. Box 807
Gloucester, MA 01930
(978) 309-8039
Email: coreyconsultingservices@hotmail.com
"Empowering Parents, Improving Educational Outcomes" -
I provide parent education and advocacy for the North Shore. Specializing
in autism and the transition at age three. Se habla espanol.
Cornerstones of Hope, LLC
Pamela Wordsworth
501 Belmont Avenue, Second Floor
Springfield, MA 01108
(413) 736-2338
Email: cofhope1@hotmail.com
Providing Special Education Advocacy, education & support for
families. We work with families to get the best services for their
child. C of Hope works with all ages and specializes in mental health
issues/disabilities...
Robert
K. Crabtree, Esq.
Attorney at Law
One Bowdoin Square
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 227-7031; (617) 367-2988 (fax)
Email: rcrabtree@kcslegal.com
Web: http://kcslegal.com
I've represented parents of children with disabilities in disputes
with LEAs for over 25 years and have lectured and written extensively
about sped issues and advocacy.
Ann
V. Crowley, Esq.
Attorney at Law
PO Box 130
Prides Crossing, MA 01965
(978) 921-5656; (978) 565-1211 (fax)
Email: ann.crow@gmail.com
I represent parents and children in Special Education, CHINS, Care
and Protection and Adoption, interested in Aspergers and FAS. Attorney
for over 25 years.
Department
of Mental Health
25 Staniford Street
Boston, MA 02114
(617)
626-8123
Web: www.state.ma.us/dmh
Department
of Mental Retardation
500 Harrison Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
(617)
727-5608
Web: www.dmr.state.ma.us
Leslie
Deutchman, MS
285 Clarendon St.
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 839-3707
Email: l.deutchman.ms@comcast.net
ABA/Verbal behavior model consulting. Development and implementation of programs
for children and adolescents with autism, developmental disabilities, behavior
problems, learning disabilities. Home and school based.
Developmental
Consultation
Lisa Mandelblatt, OTR/L, MPH
7 Hartwell Street
Waltham,
MA 02453
(617) 388-7439
Email: onsite_ot@yahoo.com
Web:
http://www.onsite-ot.com
Occupational
Therapy services provided in your child's home, school or other community-based
location. Expertise in International Adoption, Sensory Integration, Visual-Perceptual
and Coordination Disorders.
Sangeeta
Dey, Psy.D.
594 Marrett Road, Suite 22
Lexington, MA 02421
(781)
652-9594; (781) 652-9557 (fax)
Email: dey.kids@gmail.com
Neuropsychological
and Developmental Evaluations and School Consultations
Diagnostic
Testing 1-2-3
K Birner, K Reynolds, E Gilmore
Topsfield, MA 01983
(978) 359-0053
Email: diagnostictesting123@gmail.com
Web: http://www.diagnostictesting123.com/
Demystifying the Special Education Process. Testing, Consultation,
Evaluation, Clinical Tutorials, Observation, Public and Independent
School Consulting, Educator Instruction.
Disability
Law Center, Inc.
11 Beacon Street, Suite 925
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 723-8455; (800) 872-9992; (617) 227-9464 (TTY); (800) 381-0577 (TTY)
Email: mail@dlc-ma.org
Web: www.dlc-ma.org/
Cynthia
DiStefano, Advocate for Children with Special Needs
12 Binney Street
Andover,
MA 01810
(978) 474-0052
Email: spedadvocate71b@yahoo.com
Special education advocate specializing in dyslexia and ADHD in the Merrimack
Valley and North Shore areas. Will provide help with other disabilities as well.
Division
for Children with Special Health Care Needs
Department of Public Health
250 Washington Street, 4th Floor
Boston, MA 02108-4619
(617) 624-5959
Email: cheryl.bushnell@state.ma.us
Web: www.state.ma.us/dph/
Dore
Achievement Centers
Deirdre Donchian
75 Second Ave, Suite 360
Needham, MA 02494
(617) 842-0179
Email: Deirdre.Donchian@doreusa.com
Web: http://doreusa.com
The Dore Program
is a home based, clinically proven, medication-free, permanent solution for AD/HD,
dyslexia, Asperger’s and other learning differences. Discover Dore, developing
skills for life.
Dore
at The Hallowell Center
Christine Robinson
142 North Rd
Sudbury,
MA 01776
(978) 287-9570 Ext. 100
Email: christine.robinson@doreusa.com
Web: http://www.doreusa.com
The Dore
Program is a home based, clinically proven, medication-free, permanent solution
for AD/HD, dyslexia, Asperger’s and other learning differences. Discover
Dore, developing skills for life.
Michael
F. Dorsey, Ph.D., BCBA
Dorsey & Associates
16 Priest Rd.
Plymouth,
MA 02360
(508) 789-5061; (508) 256-7745 (fax)
Email: mfdorsey@comcast.net
I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Psychologist with over 20
years experience completing Educational Evaluations.
The
Down Syndrome Resource Group of Western Massachusetts
Jason Dorval, Vice
President
243 King Street, Suite 248
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 586-8196,
(800) 337-7791; (413) 582-9098
Email: info@dsresource.org
Web: www.dsresource.org
We provide
comprehensive resources to families, individuals, and professionals with an interest
in Down syndrome throughout Western Massachusetts including advocacy, support,
and educational workshops.
Roberta
Mann Driscoll, Esq.
Attorney at Law
505 Waltham Street, Ste. 6
West Newton, MA 02465
(617) 558-1818; (617) 304-5513; (617) 558-1819 (fax)
Email: rmdesq@RobertaDriscollLaw.com
Web: http://www.RobertaDriscollLaw.com
Law firm specializing in child welfare and educational advocacy, including DSS
involvement; educational assessments and the IEP process; child custody, guardianship,
and support issues.
Jennie
DunKley
JDK Communications
9 Meetinghouse Lane
South Easton, MA 02375
(508)
230-7357; (508) 230-7363 (fax)
Email: jdk@jdk-com.com
Web:
http://jdk-com.com
Special Education Family
Consultant and Child Advocacy, providing services to families throughout the Special
Education process.
Easter
Seals Massachusetts (Assistive technology, recreation, and therapy)
484
Main Street
Worcester, MA 01608
(508) 757-2756
Web:
http://ma.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=MADR_homepage
Educating
for Life
Miriam Biurci Scrivener
8 Yoke Road
Bridgewater, MA 02324
(508) 279-1033; (508) 846-8211
Email: miriamscrivener@verizon.net
Advocacy services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder ages
5 to 15. Trained by the Federation for Children with Special Needs.
Bilingual (Spanish and English).
Education
Consulting, Advocacy & Legal Services
Pamela S. Milman, Esq.
999 Broadway, Suite 301
Saugus, MA 01906
(781) 231-4332; (781) 231-3273 (fax)
Email: ecalsdan@comcast.net
Web: http://www.educationandjuvenilelaw.com
Former teacher, administrator and education specialist at the MA
Dept. of Ed., providing representation, training, consulting and
advocacy services throughout the Commonwealth.
Education,
Consulting, Advocacy and Legal Services
Beth
Leopold Ross, Esq.
220 Broadway, Suite 205, Lynnfield Woods North
Lynnfield,
MA 01940
(781) 581-7266; (781) 599-8980 (fax)
Email: beleopold@msn.com
Web:
http://www.educationandjuvenilelaw.com
Provide
representation, training and consultation services throughout the entire special
education process. Attend meetings. Former educator. Previously represented school
districts.
Educational
Advocacy and Consulting Services, Inc.
Rachel
Wilson
P.O. Box 309
Winchester, MA 01890
(781) 369-1394; (781) 369-1002
(fax)
Email: wilson.rachel@comcast.net
Provide educational advocacy services to families in the Boston area.
Educational
Advocates
Laurie Sorota, M. Ed.
10 Carmel Road
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 470-4752
Email: LSorota@aol.com
Providing special education advocacy/consultation services for areas north of
Boston, including the Merrimack Valley and the seacoast community. Will work with
all disabilities and ages.
Educational
Advocates & Consulting Services, Inc.
Susan Ankeles Wilchins
27
Water Street, Suite 314
Wakefield, MA 01880
(781) 224-0007; (617) 901-9960;
(781) 224-0007 (fax)
Email: EducationalAdvocates@verizon.net
Web:
http://www.educationaladvocatesandconsultingservicesinc.com
Advocating
for children with special needs, assisting parents with understanding the IEP
process to ensure an appropriate education, overseeing and monitoring the continuum
of care.
Educational
Advocates of SE Massachusetts
Chair: Pamella Hettwer
30 Margerie Street
Plymouth, MA 02360
(508) 747- 1136
Email: advocplus@aol.com
Small non-profit professional organization designed specifically for Educational
Advocates, Consultants and Agencies. Provide referral system amongst members who
concentrate practice in Southeastern Ma./ Cape area. Expertise in all areas of
educational services.
Educational
Consultant
Shelly Greene, M.Ed.
79 Langdon Street
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 244-2350; (401) 339-0658; (617) 244-3797 (fax)
Email: shellygreene1@verizon.net
Educational Advocate - emotional, social, behavioral, learning, all types of differences,
ten years experience, over 100 school districts, over 500 families, parent/teacher
training, program evaluation.
Educational
Consultants of New England, Inc.
Alex Michaels
460 Totten Pond Road,
Suite 300
Waltham, MA 02451
(781) 895-3200; (781) 895-3226 (fax)
Email:
alex@stopthatbehavior.com
Web:
http://www.StopThatBehavior.com
For
students with Autism Spectrum, NLD, Anxiety, OCD, bipolar, ADD, Tourette’s,
and related disorders we have a day school, summer camp, EI, home based services,
consultation, and workshops.
Educational
Consultation & Advocacy
Ann Killion, BS Ed, MS, FCSN Trained
97 Willard Street
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 461-8728; (617) 571-0824; (781) 461-8729 (fax)
Email: akillio1@comcast.net
Educational Consulting, training, and advocacy for children with
Special Needs. 20+ years as a MA K-8 certifed Teacher with training
in Autism & Asperger's Syndrome.
Educational
and Family Advocate
Tina C. Rae
Springfield, MA
(413) 827-7807
Email: spedmomof1@yahoo.com
Working
with parents and schools to provide the most appropriate educational plans for
our children. Experience with developmental disabilities and mental illnesses
in children. Federation trained, serving western Mass.
Educational
Options, LLC
Renee L. Goldberg, Ed.D.
160 Fremont Street, Unit 414
Worcester, MA 01603
(508) 304-9672; (617) 864-8864; (508) 304-9257 (fax)
Email: renee@optionsined.com
Web: http://www.optionsined.com
Comprehensive educational planning and placement services for students
with LD, AD/HD and behavioral issues. Offices in Newton and Worcester.
Educational Solutions
Allison J. Traxler, M.Ed.
Educational Consultant
184 State Street
Newburyport, MA 01950
(978) 462-1888 ext. 7
Email: traxlered@yahoo.com
Educational Solutions offers independent educational evaluations
in reading and writing, tutoring lessons for students preK-8 in
reading and writing, consulting, advocacy, and parent workshops.
Educational
Testing Resources
Cheryl B. Smith
163 North Main Street
South Deerfield, MA 01373
(413) 687-2942
Email: schpsychsmith@yahoo.com
Licensed school psychologist providing psychological and educational
testing and advocacy services.
Epilepsy
Foundation of Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Programs and Services Office
540 Gallivan Boulevard, 2nd Floor
Boston, MA 02124
(617) 506-6041; (888) 576-9996
Web: http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/local/massri
Every
Body Centered
Marykate Smith-Despres
44 Maple Street, Suite One
Danvers, MA 01923
(781) 913-8598
Email: mksmith-despres@everybodycentered.org
Web: http://everybodycentered.org
At Every Body Centered, traditional behavior therapy is combined
with the flexibility of relationship-based learning. The art of
yoga compliments the science of evidence-based practices.
FAAAS,
Inc.
Families and Adults Afflicted with Asperger's Syndrome
P. O.
Box 514
Centerville, MA 02632
Web: http://www.faaas.org
Susan
Fagan, Esq.
Attorney at Law
30 Second Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 491-4044; (617) 491-4045; (617) 491-1099 (fax)
Email: sffagan@msn.com
Special Education, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability, Civil Litigation
Family
TIES of Massachusetts
Mary Castro Summers, Director
MDPH-Donovan Health
Bldg., 3rd Floor
5 Randolph Street
Canton, MA 02021
(800) 905-8437;
(781) 774-6736; (781) 774-6618 (fax)
Email: mcsummers@fcsn.org
Web: http://www.massfamilyties.org
Statewide network for families of children with special needs, offering information
and referrals, parent-to-parent support, and free trainings.
Federation
for Children with Special Needs
1135 Tremont Street, Suite 420
Boston, MA 02120-2140
(617) 236-7210 (V/TTY); (800) 331-0688 (in MA only)
Email: fcsninfo@fcsn.org
Web: www.fcsn.org/
Deborah
B. Fencer, Educational Therapist (M.Ed. ET/P)
2 Canton St. A5
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 363-6223
Email: deb@deborahfencer.com
Web: http://www.deborahfencer.com
Assessment and individual therapy services for children, adolescents
and adults with learning challenges due to dyslexia/literacy weaknesses,
ADHD, Executive Function weakness, and Asperger's Disorder.
First
Signs, Inc.
Nancy Wiseman
P.O. Box 358
Merrimac, MA 01860
(978) 346-4380; (978) 346-4638 (fax)
Email: info@firstsigns.org
Web: www.firstsigns.org
First Signs is a national public awareness program to inform physicians
and parents about the early warning signs of autism and other developmental
disorders and the importance of early identification and timely
intervention.
Beth
Foley-Cox LMFT, MA
375 Redemption Rock Trail
Sterling, MA 01564
(978) 422-8132; (978) 422-8650 (fax)
Email: bfoleycox@comcast.net
Individual and/or family therapy for children,teens and families
Insurance accepted, private pay scale also avail. handicapped accessible.
Follow
Your Art
Kristina Rodolico MA LMHC ATR
14 Sewall Woods Road
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 665-5652
Email: info@follow-your-art.com
Web: http://www.follow-your-art.com
Creative art experiences honoring the artist in Everyone. Groups
and individual sessions for children and adolescents foster creativity,
self-awareness and healthy expression of emotions.
Framingham
Special Ed Parent Advisory Council
Cathryn S. Kaner-Taytslin
c/o 1257 Worcester Road, PMB 508
Framingham, MA 01701
(508) 879-2110; (508) 558-7220; (508) 243-4945 (fax)
Email: info@f-sepac.org
Web: http://www.f-sepac.org/index.html
F-SEPAC is a parent-run, district-wide resources for parents/guardians
who are concerned about the special needs of children in Framingham
School District.
Eva
M. Friedner - Speech/Language Pathologist
38 Sunset Drive
Milford, MA 01757
(508) 473-9460; (508) 488-6049 (fax)
Email: afriedner@comcast.net
Private Practice providing diagnostics and treatment for children
K-12 for disorders of articulation, receptive and expressive language
- focusing on academic and social/pragmatic skills.
Full
Spectrum Advocacy
Kimberly Baker
Lighthouse Place
11 Cape Drive, Suite 10
Mashpee, MA 02649
(508) 292-3134
Email: kbakeradvocate@aol.com
Web: http://www.fullspectrumadvocacy.com
Special Education Advocacy and Consultation Services. Concentration
in Autism Spectrum, Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, Transitional
Age Youth. Compassionate, collaborative approach.
Futures
Behavior Therapy Center
100 Cummings Center Suite 151-B
Beverly, MA
01915
(617) 519-3374; (617) 519-3374
Email: futuresbtc@gmail.com
Web: http://www.futuresbtc.com
Social
skills program, in-center therapy and home therapy for children ages 2-6 with
Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Jennifer
R. Gavin, Esq.
Attorney at Law
1330-1354 Beacon Street, Suite 246
Brookline, MA 02446
(617) 876-2631; (617) 417-0272; (617) 906-5519 (fax)
Email: jgavin.law@verizon.net
Web: http://www.educationjustice.com
I concentrate in the legal representation of young children and
teens in matters related to their rights as students.
Claudette-Jean
Girard, Esq.
Attorney at Law
P.O. Box 278
Monson, MA 01057
(413) 626-3699; (413) 886-0200 (fax)
Email: attorneygirard@verizon.net
Web: http://www.familyneedslaw.com
Attorney/advocate providing advocacy and representation of children
with special needs in western Massachusetts.
Beth
K. Goldberg, Esq.
Attorney at Law
250 East Main Street, Suite 4
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 285-5504; (508) 285-6022 (fax)
Email: BethKGoldberg
@comcast.net
Attorney concentrating in: education law, special education,
student disciplne, discrimination and CHINS. Experienced Master's level special
ed. teacher and social worker.
Michael
R. Goldberg, Esq.
Attorney at Law
P.O. Box 598
Marblehead, MA 01945
(781) 631-1255; (781) 631-4819 (fax)
Email: mgoldberg@mgoldberglaw.com
Web: http://mgoldberglaw.com
Representing
parents in special education matters as diverse as learning disabilities, disciplinary
actions and health issues, including attendance at Team Meetings. Offices in Marblehead
and Newton.
Golden
Law Center
60 Dedham Avenue
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 433-8665 Needham; (508) 429-3035 Metrowest; (781) 433-0132
(fax)
Email: eag@goldenlawcenter.com
Providing Greater Boston and Metrowest services in elder law, guardianship
and conservatorship, estate planning for persons with disabilities
and their families, and wills and trusts.
Denise
R. Goudreault, Wilson Reading Tutor
51 Village Woods Road
Haverhill, MA 01832
(978) 372-5226
Email: brigoud@comcast.net
Wilson Reading tutor with over 5 years of experience. Will work
with all ages. Mass. certified teacher with M.Ed. in Moderate Disabilities
Greater
Boston Arc
1505 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02135
(617) 783-3900
Web: www.gbarc.org
Mary
W. Grimm M. Ed (Special Education)
P.O. Box 502
Harvard, MA 01451
(978) 456-9356; (978) 456-9356 (fax)
Email: mwgrimm@verizon.net
Advocacy services in the metro and central Massachusetts area by
certified special ed teacher with fifteen years experience in Advocacy,
Federation trained, advocating for children of all disabilities.
Susan
L. Haberman, M.Ed.
Ed. Consultant & Advocate
60 Davidson Road
Framingham, MA 01701
(508) 965-4175
Email: slhaberman@rcn.com
Advocacy, consulting, testing, Wilson Reading. Multiple diagnoses
including LD, ASD, ADHD and psychiatric disorders. 15+ years in
education.FCSN and Wilson trained. Serving Boston to MetroWest.
Matt
Hanna, Esq.
Attorney at Law
411 Waverley Oaks Road, Suite 314
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 547-5599; (781) 547-5851 (fax)
I’m a special ed attorney in Massachusetts. I accept cases
in Suffolk, Norfolk, Middlesex, and Essex counties.
Healing
Mothers and Children
Mary Kate Christie M.Ed
1 Tiffany Circle
Millbury, MA 01527
(508) 259-4665
Email: mkchristie@charter.net
Educator, 20 Years Experience, Reflex Integration, Brain Gym, Academic
Tutoring, Children and Adults, Pay What You Can, No One Turned Away.
Healthy
Kids: The Key to Basics
Ellie Goldberg, M.Ed.
79 Elmore Street
Newton, MA 02459-1137
(617) 965-9637; (617) 930-4327
Email: healthykids@rcn.com
Web: http://www.healthy-kids.info
Planning for students preK - 12 with acute and chronic health conditions
to coordinate health and educational needs; to reduce risk and disruption
at school.
Heart
Beats Music Therapy
76 Hastings St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 348-9731
Email: rustymaria@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.heartbeatsmusictherapy.com
Music therapy services for individuals with or without disabilities.
Birth to elderly. The Individuals with Disabiities Act recognizes
musc therapy as an allied service.
Deborah
W. Hemdal, Esq.
Attorney at Law
One Oak Hill Road
Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 342-4700; (978) 342-4704 (fax)
Email: deborah@attyhemdal.com
Web: http://attyhemdal.com
Protecting the interests of special needs children and serving the
legal needs of their families.
Daniel
T.S. Heffernan, Esq.
Attorney at Law
One Bowdoin Square
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 227-7031
Email: dheffernan@kcslegal.com
Web: http://kcslegal.com
Mr. Heffernan concentrates his law practice in special education,
civil rights and personal injury. He graduated magna cum laude from
Boston College and cum laude from Harvard Law School.
Catherine
Hickey, M. Ed., Advocacy
14 Baker St.
Foxboro, MA 02035
(774) 259-4380
Email: advocacych@comcast.net
Sped Advocacy: will attend mtgs, navigate IEP/504 process, parent
empowerment, specialize in anxiety related disorders; social/emotional
disorders, transition to college, FCSN trained.
Home
Modifications Loan Program for People with Disabilities
Massachusetts
Rehabilitation Commission
27 Wormwood Street
Boston, MA 02210-1616
(617) 204-3600; (800) 245-6543
Martha
D. Humphreys, RN, JD
3 Angel Road
North Reading, MA 01864
(978)
664-2010
Email: MDHumphreys1@verizon.net
Parent Consultant; Special Needs Education; Area of focus: dyslexia
Andra
J. Hutchins, Esq.
Attorney at Law
60 Walnut Street
Wellesley, MA
02481
(781) 997-1600; (781) 997-1564; (781) 997-1633 (fax)
Email: ahutchins@kclf-law.com
Education
attorney representing children in special education matters -IEP's, Team meetings,
Board of Special Education Appeals hearings and mediation; school disciplinary
hearings - suspension, expulsion; bullying and harassment issues.
IEP
HELP
Anne Marie Smith, M.Ed.
10 Kirkland Street
Agawam, MA 01001
(413) 789-0906; (413) 626-7156
Email: iephelp@comcast.net
Consult, assist, collaborate with parents, student & other necessary professionals
in understanding options pertaining to concerns of student as family navigates
through special education process.
Independent
Living Centers and Services
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission
27 Wormwood Street, Fort Point Place, Suite 600
Boston, MA 02210
(617)
204-3851 (V/TTY)
Email: Karen.Langley@MRC.state.ma.us
Web: www.state.ma.us
Institute
for Community Inclusion
UMASS Boston
100 Morrissey Boulevard
Boston, MA 02125
(617) 287-4300; (617) 287-4350 (TTY)
Email: ici@umb.edu
Web: www.communityinclusion.org
Integrated
Center for Child Development - Canton
Meghan Welsh, MS, Intake Coord
340 Turnpike Street
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 619-1580; (781) 619-1500; (781) 619-1509 (fax)
Email: mwelsh@iccdpartners.org
Web: http://www.iccdpartners.org
Neuropsychological, behavioral, medical and educational services;
evaluative and treatment options to children and adults with a variety
of developmental challenges-see web site.
Integrated
Center for Child Development - Newton
Meghan Welsh, MS, Intake Coord.
193 Oak Street, Suite 1
Newton, MA 02464
(781) 619-1580; (617) 658-5600; (617) 527-0640 (fax)
Email: mwelsh@iccdpartners.org
Web: http://www.iccdpartners.org
Offer neuropsychological, behavioral, medical and educational services;
evaluative and treatment options to children and adults with a variety
of developmental challenges-see web site.
IPEST
(Serving Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket)
P.O. Box 4081
Vineyard Haven,
MA 02568
(508) 696-5486
Email: ipest@hotmail.com
Island
Advocacy
Jeanne B. Norton
PO Box 3317
Nantucket, MA 02584
(508) 228-2045; (508) 325-5873 (fax)
Email: jeannenorton@comcast.net
Providing support and advocacy to parents of special needs children on Nantucket.
FCSN trained.
Sharon
L. Jermain, M.Ed.
34 Kendall Street
North Attleboro MA 02760
(617) 803-1293; (508) 699-9450 (fax)
Email: SLJAdvocate@aol.com
Web: http://home.comcast.net/~narockets14/slj.htm
MA certified special education teacher, Pre-K - 12, former classroom
teacher, knowledgeable with MA regulations and federal law, familiar
with all disability categories, serving MA and RI.
Debra
A. Joyce, Esq.
Attorney at Law
401 Main Street
P.O. Box 3322
Amherst, MA 01004
(413) 835-6321; (413) 549-0909
Email: Joyce.Advocacy@yahoo.com
Advocating with Western Massachusetts school districts on behalf
of children with special needs and their parents/guardians to ensure
appropriate services and placements.
JVS
Yesodot
29 Winter St., 3rd floor
Boston, MA 02108 USA
(617) 399-3299;
(781) 674-9850 (fax); (866) JVS-WORK; (617) 451-1496 (TTY)
Email: Director@yesodot.org
Web: http://www.yesodot.org
Yesodot builds
Jewish community foundations for families challenged by disability. Yesodot provides
parent and sibling support, parent education workshops, Transition support and
resources, and family social and recreational events.
Karen
Kaufmann, MS., CCC-SLP
71 Spit Brook Road, Suite 103
Nashua, NH 03060
(603) 714-5822
Email: kaze109@aol.com
Over 37 years experience. Ages pre-school through adults. Private
practice, family oriented, nurturing.
Irene
Kessel, Music Therapist
33 High St.
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 736-9628
Email: irenekessel@gmail.com
Web: http://prod.campuscruiser.com/cruiser/berklee/ikessel
Music Therapy for Kids. Irene Kessel, MT-BC. Music therapy services
for young children with special needs: Individualized sessions to
enrich, educate & encourage.
Carol
J. King, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Wallace Law Office, P.C.
490 Chapman Street, Suite 201
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 830-9990; (781) 830-9993 (fax)
Email: admin@wallacelawoffice.com
Web: http://wallacelawoffice.com
Assisting families with children in need of special education services;
guardianship issues and general family law (i.e., divorce, wills,
etc.) Licensed in MA and Rhode Island.
Paula
Korman
Special
Education Consultant/Academic Tutoring
50 Longwood Avenue #716
Brookline,
MA 02446
(617) 739-0420
Email: kormanp13@verizon.net
State licensed Special Educator, Certified in Orton-Gillingham method of teaching
language and reading.
Lois
M. Kraus, M.Ed.
Special Education Solutions
371 Mount Vernon Street
Dedham,
MA 02026
(781) 329-6874
Email: lois.kraus@rcn.com
Special
Education Consultant/advocate with 14 years experience. Will help to develop appropriate
educational goals for your child, and guide you throughout the IEP process.
Sue-Ellen
Kresh M.A., J.D.
Attorney at Law
P.O. Box 8337
Salem, MA 01971
(978) 744-4726
Email: kreshlegal@gmail.com
Experienced child, adolescent and family therapist, behavioral consultant,
program director and attorney. Special education advocacy and legal
assistance across emotional, psychological, behavioral and learning
issues.
John
Krieger, M.Ed., Educational Consultant
Fox Meadow Executive Center, Suite 202
300 West Main Street
Northborough, MA 01532
(413) 522-2908
Email: kriegeredconsult@gmail.com
Educational consulting, training, and advocacy. Professional educator
and parent of special needs child working to help special needs
children and their families.
Landmark
School
429 Hale St.
P.O. Box 227
Prides Crossing, MA 01965
(978) 236-3000; (978) 927-7268
Email: jtruslow@landmarkschool
Web: www.landmarkschool.org/
Karen
J. Laufer, Esq.
Attorney at Law
35 Middle Street
Lexington, MA
02421
(781) 862-0845; (978) 549-0834; (781) 240-0755 (fax)
Email: Klaufer@verizon.net
Experienced attorney/advocate providing compassionate representation for you and
your special needs child. I offer comprehensive representation from team meetings
to appeals.
Launch
into Learning - Dyslexia Correction
Carolyn Tyler
68 Laurel St.
Fairhaven, MA 02719
(508) 994-4577
Email: carolyntyler@launchlive.net
Web: http://www.launchlive.net
Launch
into Learning is a New England based one on one dyslexia correction program which
uses the Davis Dyslexia Correction® methods to assist the struggling visual
spatial learner.
Learning
Disabilities Association of Massachusetts
P.O. Box 142
Weston, MA
02493
(781) 891-5009
Web: www.ldam.org
Learning
Support Services of Metrowest
Clayton Ryan, M.Ed
88 Mechanic Street
Holliston,
MA 01746
(508) 736-0025; (508) 485-3176 ext.115
Email: clayton01746@yahoo.com
Our group’s connective philosophy of mental health and academic support
involves strengthening the child as well as the family system.
LearningRx
Cognitive Training Center
Kate Walsh, Center Director
16 Haverhill Street
Andover,
MA 01810
(978) 470-1556
Email: k.walsh@learningrx.net
Web:
http://www.learningrx.com
LearningRx
offers customized, comprehensive brain training programs providing lifelong improvements
in attention, memory, visualization, auditory processing, speed and reasoning
skills.
Carla
C. Leone, Esq.
Attorney at Law
278 Elm Street, Suite 228
Davis Square
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 718-2356; (617) 718-2056 (fax)
Email: leonespedlaw@gmail.com
Web: http://leonelaw.com
Representing children with disabilities in Due Process Hearings
and demystifying the special education process for parents; reasonable
rates; Language-Based and Non-Verbal LD, ADHD, Tourette, and OCD.
Charles
G. Levin, Esq.
Attorney at Law
14 Parker Avenue
Northfield, MA 01360
(413) 498 0089; (413) 768 9176 (cell phone)
Email: clevinlaw@verizon.net
Eight years experience representing parents of special education
students in IEP meetings, mediations, due process hearings, federal
court. W. Mass-based, but accepting clients statewide.
Life
Skills Coach
Laurette Fine-Genest, RN
45 Elm St.
Newton, MA 02465
(617) 332-5476
Email: lfinegen@rcn.com
Web: http:// www.lifecoachfocus.com
Life Skills Coach with a background in college health and middle
school, who works with kids, teens and adults with NLD, Asperger's
and AD/HD.
Literacy
Boosts
Jan Yeh
50 Grove St.
Scituate, MA 02066
(781) 544-7399
Email: janyeh@bellatlantic.net
Web: http://www.literacyboosts.com
Specializng in one-on-one and group work with school-aged children
struggling with language-based learning difficulties, reading/writing
struggles, and executive functioning deficits.
Leslie
Lomot, LICSW
54 Lincoln Street
Framingham, MA 01702
(508) 405-2595
Email: jllomot@yahoo.com
I provide
individual therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults who are in need
of therapetic support. I specialize with people who have Asperger/Autism.
Kai Long, MS SLP CCC
26 McTernan Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617)
547-1438
Email: klongslp@verizon.net
Web: http://www.longonlanguage.com
Providing advocacy, consulting and direct speech language services for all
ages. Specializing in typically developing students, 8 years of age and above,
with language-based learning disabilities.
Pamela
S. Lopez, MA, CCC-SLP
181 Adrian Avenue
West Springfield, MA 01089
(413) 320-3282; (413) 737-9565
Email: wordster1@hotmail.com
State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in the diagnosis
and treatment of language based learning differences and family
advocacy.
Martina
Roy Lynde, MSW, LADC1 private practice
11 Stearns Street
Newton, MA 02459
(617) 965-5549; (617) 527-9690 (fax)
Email: MartinaLynde@RCN.com
Special education advocate, placement specialist and clinician,
with over 35 years experience in the field. Writing observation
reports, advocating for services, attending mediations and hearings.
Melinda
Macht-Greenberg, PhD Private Practice
8 Cedar St. #58
Woburn, MA 01801
(781)
938-5954 Ext. 54
Email: m_mgreenberg@yahoo.com
I
am an Educational and Clinical Psychologist providing advocacy for children with
special needs, program observations, attendance at IEP meetings, assessments,
therapeutic services.
The
Mainstream Center at Clarke School for the Deaf
David Manning, Ed.D.
48 Round Hill Road
Northampton, MA 01060-2124
(413) 582-1121; (413) 586-6654 (fax)
Email: dmanning@clarkeschool.org
Web: www.clarkeschool.org
Description of Service: A special education agency that consults
with deaf or hard-of-hearing students, their families and schools
who are pursuing the oral approach. 700+ students in past 27 years.
Laurie
Martucci, Esq., M.Ed.
Wagner McDonough LLP
158 Main Street
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 528-4007; (508) 528-4408 (fax)
Email: lrm@wagnermcdonough.com
Web: http://www.wagnermcdonough.com
Attorney at law, with prior experience as Special Education counselor,
available to appear at hearings before the DOE and BSEA, and represent
families at team meetings, etc.
Mashpee
SEPAC
Bonnie Cohen
P.O. Box 1887
Mashpee, MA 02649
(508) 539-1503
Email: info@mashpeesped.org
Web:
http://www.mashpeesepac.org
Mashpee
Special Education Parent Advisory Council are a group of concerned parents of
children with special needs. We hope to provide information, resources, support
and networking for parents located in Mashpee.
Mason
Associates
Ben Mason
264 Beacon Street, Suite 1R
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 236-4747; (617) 236-1515 (fax)
Email: ben@masonconsult.com
Web: http://www.masonconsult.com
Educational Consultants serving clients throughout the US and internationally.
Specializing in placement for students with LD, AD/HD, at-risk behaviors
and special learning needs.
Mass
Center for Academic Success
Frank Markiewicz
PO Box 394
Tyngsboro, MA 01879
(978) 226-1700; (978) 226-1149 (fax)
Email: frankm@masscenter.org
Web: http://www.masscenter.org
Serving parents and their children of all ages and grade levels
by providing diagnostic assessment, in-home academic and test prep
tutoring, and special education and section 504 advocacy.
Mass
Tutor
James Hardin
225 Albion St. Apt. 2
Wakefield, MA 01880
(781) 246-2948
Email: runiok@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.masstutor.net
Mass
Tutor provides tutoring services in the Boston area of Massachusetts. The subjects
that are tutored include basic math and algebra.
Massachusetts
Association of Special Education Parent Advisory Councils (MASSPAC)
P.O.
Box 167
Sharon, MA 02067
Email: info@masspac.org
Web: www.masspac.org
Massachusetts
Brain Injury Association
484 Main Street, Suite 325
Worcester, MA
01608
(508) 795-0244; (800) 242-0030 (in MA)
Email: mbia@mbia.net
Web: www.mbia.net
Massachusetts
Commission for the Blind
88 Kingston Street
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 727-5550; (800) 392-6450; (800) 392-6556 (TTY)
Massachusetts
Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
150 Mt. Vernon Street,
Suite 550
Boston, MA 02125
(617) 740-1600; (617) 740-1700 (TTY)
Email:
MCDHH.office@state.ma.us
Massachusetts
Comprehensive Assessment System' (MCAS) Test Results
Select - State Testing
(MCAS)
Web: http://www.doe.mass.edu
Massachusetts
Department of Education
Web: http://www.doe.mass.edu/
Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council
174 Portland Street,
5th Floor
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 727-6374 ext. 100; (617) 727-1885 (TTY)
Email: Dan.Shannon@state.ma.us
Web: http://www.mass.gov/mddc/
Massachusetts
Down Syndrome Congress
P. O. Box 866
Melrose, MA 02176
(508) 278-7769;
(800) 664-6372
Web: www.MDSC.org
Massachusetts
Families Organizing for Change
P.O. Box 61
Raynham, MA 02768
(800)
406-3632
Web: http://www.mfofc.org/
Massachusetts
Hearing Decisions (FEE BASED)
You can access recent decisions without
charge online. If you want to search older cases, it costs $25 per 24 hours of
access.
Select: Legal Publications
Select: Special Education Decisions
Web: http://www.landlaw.com
Massachusetts
PTA
P.O. Box 710
Fiskdale, MA 01518-0710
(508) 347-7055; (888)
404-4782
Email: masspta@aol.com
Web:
www.masspta.org
Massachusetts
Rehabilitation Commission
Fort Point Place
27 Wormwood St.
Boston,
MA 02210-1616
(617) 204-3600 *800) 245-6543 (MA only)
Massachusetts
Speech-Language-Hearing Association
200 Reservoir Street, Suite 309A
Needham, MA 02494
(781) 444-4098; (800) 898-8177
Web: http://www.mshahearsay.org/
Massachusetts Spina Bifida Association
733 Turnpike St #
282
North Andover, MA 01845
(888) 479-1900
Email: edugan@msbaweb.org
Web: http://www.msbaweb.org
MSBA
is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people in Massachusetts affected by spina
bifida, by providing a community of support, education and advocacy.
Massachusetts
Statewide Independent Living Council
280 Irving Street
Framingham, MA 01702-7306
(508) 620-7452 (Voice/TTY); (866) 662-7452; (508) 620-7450 (fax)
Email: info@masilc.org
Web Page: www.masilc.org
Francis
J. McDonough, Jr., Esq.
Attorney at Law
21 Buttonwood Drive
Hollis, NH 03049
(603) 340-5292
Email: fjmcd17@yahoo.com
Providing special education legal services to parents and family
of special needs children in NH and MA.
Mary Mercier, M.Ed., LCSW
288 Winter Street
Brockton, MA 02302
(508) 584-1688; (508) 584-2226 (fax)
Email: mary.e.mercier@verizon.net
Serve Southeastern MA as well as Metro West Area. Expert consultation and advocacy
for children and young adults with special needs. Work with all disability types.
Mindy
Mazur, Educational Therapist
45 Audubon Rd.
Milton, MA 02186
(617) 696-8024
Email: mindy.mazur@verizon.net
Combining educational and therapeutic approaches for assessment,
treatment service, case management, and communication/advocacy on
behalf of families whose children families whose children have special/mental
health needs.
Merrimack
Valley Academic Center - (MVAC)
Kathleen E. Farrell
2 Dundee Park
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 470-8585
Email: kathymvac@aol.com
Merrimack Valley Academic Center is a comprehensive tutorial service
that provides individualized sessions to students of various ages
and learning-styles.
Metrowest
Educational Advocates
Karen Randall & Sarah Commerford
255 Central
St.
Holliston, MA 01746
(508) 429-0962; (508) 429-4760 (fax)
Email:
karenran@verizon.net
Web: www.metrowestadvocates.com
Comprehensive special education advocacy services for children and their families
in the Metrowest area of Massachusetts.
MGH YouthCare
Contact
Name: Sylvia Lewinstein
73 High St.
Charlestown MA 02129
(617) 726-0060
Email: mghyouthcare@partners.org
Website: www.mghyouthcare.org
YouthCare
runs camps for children/teens with social communication challenges, including
AS, HFA, NLD, in Charlestown and Westwood, MA. Also, year-round social skills
groups.
Morton
Neuropsychology
Christopher Morton Psy.D.
799 Concord Ave.#4
Cambridge, MA 02138
(857) 998-7474
Email: cmorton@mortonneuropsychology.com
Web: http://www.mortonneuropsychology.com
Neuropsychological, Educational, Psychological evaluation and consultation
services.
Moschella
& Winston, LLP
440 Broadway
Somerville, MA 02145
(617) 776-3300; (617) 629-7500 (fax)
Email: naw@moschellawinston.com
Web: http://www.moschellawinston.com
We specialize in the management and protection of public benefits
of persons with injuries, illness, or developmental disabilities.
Mount
Hope Christian School
3 Mc Ginnis Drive
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 272-1014 Ext 139; (781) 272-3830 (fax)
Email: lbohleen@mounthope.org
Web: http://mounthopechristianschool.org
A private religious school serving students with disabilities.
Murphy
& Raymond LLP
60 Washington Street, Suite 202
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 542-1900; (978) 542-1910 (fax)
Email: Mary.Raymond@MurphyRaymond.com
Music
Therapy Center of Holden
Susan Davis Warren, MT-BC
16 Windy Ridge Road
Jefferson, MA 01522
(508) 829-2626
Email: MusicRx65@aol.com
Web: http://www.musictherapy.org
Offering child centered creative music therapy services to children
and adults with sensory and developmental challenges-- in a FUN,
non-threatening environment.
The
Music Workshop
Beth Anne Young
P.O. Box 1102
Lakeville, MA 02347
(508) 813-1387
Email: music-workshop@comcast.net
Web: http://themusicworkshop.kindermusik.net
Music and movement classes for children newborn-7 years old.
National
Alliance on Mental Illness of Massachusettes
Laurie Martinelli
400 West Cummings Park
Suite 6650
Woburn, MA 01801
(781) 938-4048; (781) 938-4049; (781) 938-4069 (fax)
Email: lmartinellinami@aol.com
Web: http://www.namimass.org
NAMI-MA offers one day workshops for families and professionals
that provides information on childhood mental health disorders and
offers strategies for home and school along with resources and information
that offer hope and encouragement.
National
Mental Health Association
1021 Prince Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-2971
(703) 684-7722; (800) 969-6642
Naturopathic
and Homeopathic Medicine
Dr. Louise Sanchione
30 Westwood Avenue
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
and
16 Center Street
Suite 309
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 320-9158
Email: drsanchione@earthlink.net
Dr. Sanchione is a naturopathic medical doctor with many years experience
as a special education teacher. She offers consultations with parents
who are looking for natural alternatives to prescription medication
for their children.
NESCA,
p.c.
Sandra Oliveira, Administrator
90 Bridge Street, 2nd Floor
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 658-9800; (617) 658-9801 (fax)
Email: thelmus@nesca-newton.com
Web: http://www.nesca-newton.com
NESCA evaluates and treats language-based, nonverbal and other learning
disabilities, Autism spectrum disorders including Asperger’s
and PDD, executive functioning deficits, emotional issues and ADHD.
Diane
Nesman MACCC Private Speech Pathologist
149 Nourse Rd.
Bolton, MA 01740
(978) 764-8672
Email: thespeechgirl@gmail.com
Nationally and state certified speech/language pathologist specializing in
PDDNOS, Autism, PECS, Apraxia, Articulation, Early literacy, Receptive/Expressive
Language Delays.
Never
Give Up On You
Kelly LaRoe
47 Johnson Street
Springfield, MA 01108
(413)
455-2609; (413) 330-0062
Email: Kelly_laroe@yahoo.com
Special
Education Advocate/ Consultant, Mother. 9 yrs experience serving individuals mental
illness and/or mental retardation. FCSN trained, Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
New
England ADA and Accessible IT Center
374 Congress Street, Suite 301
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 695-0085 (V/TTY); (800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
Email:
adainfo@newenglandada.org
Web:
http://adaptiveenvironments.org/neada/site/home
New
England Attentional & Learning Assessment Clinic (N.E.A.L.A.C.)
Contact:
Dr. Ann Leonard-Zabel
7 South Park Avenue
Park Avenue Trust Building
Plymouth, MA 02360
(508) 746-5666
New
England Dyslexia Solutions
Karen R. LoGiudice
25 State Street, Suite
203
Newburyport, MA 01950
(978) 337-7753
Email: info@ne-dyslexia.com
Web: http://www.ne-dyslexia.com
Offering
the Davis Dyslexia Correction® program to children and adults struggling with
Dyslexia and other learning disabilities, including ADD, ADHD, math, and handwriting
difficulties.
New
England INDEX
Shriver Center University of Massachusetts Medical School
200 Trapelo Road
Waltham, MA 02452-6319
(781) 642-0248; (800) 642-0249; (781) 642-0122 (fax)
Email: info@disabilityinfo.org
Web: http://www.disabilityinfo.org
New England INDEX provides, to the public for free, information
about programs and services for people with disabilities.
New
England Sports Academy
Aaron Shute
345 University Ave
Westwood, MA 02090
(781) 493-6345
Email: ashute@nesacademy.com
Web: http://www.nesacademy.com
Exciting new sports and social skills classes for children with
Autism and other Disabilities.
Newburyport's
Independant Special Education Group
Beth Tremblay Hall
1R Horton St
Newburyport, MA 01950
(978) 502-1707
Email: tremblayhall@gmail.com
An independant group of parents and educational professionals working
to improve individual situations as well as the special education
systems in the Newburyport area.
North
Shore ARC
5 Electronics Ave.
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 750-6001;
(978) 774-4478 (fax)
Email: kmurphy@nsarc.org
Web: www.nsarc.org
Special Education advocacy
services for families; legal services, including guardianship, estate planning,
elderlaw and probate; workshops and trainings
Northern
Worcester Psychological Consultants, PC
32 Adams St.
Fitchburg, MA
01420
(978) 342-4344; (978) 342-2806 (fax)
Web: www.nwpconline.com
Comprehensive evaluation of your child's unique needs plus educational and
systems advocacy to make sure your child receives effective services!
Oak
Tree Academy
Dawn Marotta
PO Box 526
Marstons Mills, MA 02648
(508) 428-7749
Web: http://www.oaktreeacademy.com
Oak Tree Academy provides students with a caring and nurturing environment
where they can reach their full potential and succeed educationally.
Sandra
Osborne, M. A., Special Education Advocate
104 Goodrich Street
Lunenburg, MA 01462
(978) 582-7650
Email: sandracosborne@aol.com
Specializing in advocacy services for students on the Autism Spectrum.
Federation trained.
Kristin
M. Palace, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Topsfield Crossing
18 South Main St., Suite 304
Topsfield, MA 01983
(978) 887-3547; (978) 500-7463; (978) 861-4447 (fax)
Email: kpalace@kristinpalace.com
Web: http://www.kristinpalace.com
I help parents of children with special needs secure appropriate
educational services and placements for their children.
Parent
Advisory Council, PAC
Diane Purchase
200 Birnie Avenue, Suite A Office 5
Springfield, MA 01107
(413) 787-7194
Email: purchased@sps.springfield.ma.us
Web: http://sps.springfield.ma.us/pac
Parent Facilitator free help for families navigating the special
education process. Monthly support meetings, workshops, newsletters,
fliers, and individual help.
Parent
Advocate Consulting Services
Maribel Kane
PO Box 403
Wilbraham, MA 01095
(413) 596-9987
Email: maribelkane@charter.net
Helping parents of children with special needs make informed decisions
about their child's education. Covering Western MA. FCSN trained
Parent Consultant and area trainer.
The
Parent Coach
Elizabeth Bostic
10 Ordway Terrace
Reading, MA 01867
(617) 592-3852; (781) 942-9413 (fax)
Email: elizabeth.bostic@verizon.net
Advocating for children’s educational rights through a positive, non-adversarial,
mutually respectful relationship between the school district and the parent.
Parent/Professional
Advocacy League (PAL)
Janet Hodges
45 Bromfield Street
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 542-7860 Ext. 205; (617) 542-7832 (fax)
Email: jhodges@ppal.net
Web: http://www.ppal.net
PAL is a statewide network of parents and professionals who advocate
on behalf of children and adolescents with emotional, behavioral
and mental health needs.
Parents
for Residential Reform
Andrea Watson - Founder & Project Coordinator
1135 Tremont Street, Suite 420
Boston, MA 02120
(800) 672-7084; (617) 572-2094
Email: pfrr@fcsn.org
Web: www.pfrr.org
Fran
Perlman, M.Ed, Educational Consulting
57 Robbins Rd.
Sudbury, MA 01776
(978) 443-8546; (978) 443-5687 (fax)
Email: fkp48@verizon.net
30+ yrs. Experience: Special Educator, SPED team chairperson, IEP
development, Advocacy. Specializing in Reading, math, LD, ADHD,
NVLD, Aspergers, and SID. FCSN trained and Wright's Law trained.
Will do school observations.
Perspectives
Donnah Nickerson-Reti, MD
1620 Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 10
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 308-1600
Web: http://www.perspectives.md
Perspectives Resource Center provides services to individuals and
families living with Aspergers Syndrome, ADHD, Gifted Special Needs,
and LDs. Assessments, Therapy, IEP Support & Guidance.
Piece
of Mind Consulting
Gina M. Tacconi-Moore
240 Smith St
Lowell, MA 01852
(617) 780-5782
Email: gtacconimoore@gmail.com
Consulting firm headed by behavior specialists Gina M. Tacconi-Moore
and Allison Beaulac focusing on parent/ grandparent education and
support, social skills groups and IEP preparatory services.
Joseph
C. Presti, Esq.
Attorney at Law
12 Ernies Dr.
Littleton, MA 01460
(978) 837-8717; (603) 673-9539 (fax)
Email: joepresti@hotmail.com
Representing your child in Education/Special Education law including
Team meetings through BSEA Hearings and Court representation. Services
also include Special Needs estate planning.
Carolyn
Price M.ED. C.A.G.S.
2 Redstone Drive
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
(413)
525-0075; (413) 427-2847
Email: cprice0075@charter.net
Educational
Consulting and Child Advocacy. Helping parents to respond to their child's educational
needs: Special Education and Regular Education.
Programs
for Children with Disabilities: Ages 3 through 5
Early Learning Services
Department of Education
350 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148-5023
(781) 338-6357
Web: www.doe.mass.edu
Programs
for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities: Ages Birth through 2
Early Childhood Unit
Division for Special Health Needs
Department of Public Health
250 Washington Street, 4th Floor
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 624-5969
Email: ron.benham@state.ma.us
Web: www.state.ma.us/dph
Project
CHILLD
Kathy Carley
500 Cummings Center, Suite 3850
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 232-0332; (978) 232-1103 (fax)
Email: kcarley.projectchilld@verizon.net
Web: http://www.projectchilld.com
Pediatric occupational therapy, speech therapy and sound training
center.
Rachlis
Advocacy
Lynn Rachlis
61
Hoover Road
Needham, MA 92494
(781) 449-0622
Email: lynnerachlis.advocacy@verizon.net
Web: http://www.rachlisadvocacy.com
Special education and mental health advocate since 1982; specializing
in advocacy for psychiatrically hospitalized children and adolescents.
Radius
Pediatric Center
Marisa Baronas or Linda White
123 South Street
Plymouth, MA 02360
(508) 746-4343; (508) 747-2853 (fax)
Email: lwhite@radiusmanagement.com
Web: http://radiushealthcarecenters.com
We are a center for multihandicapped children with severe cognitive
disabilities. We offer residential care, day school and specialized
service program for those over 22.
Sherry
L. Rajaniemi-Gregg, Esq.
Attorney at Law
One Bowdoin Square
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 227-7031
Email: srajaniemi-gregg@kcslegal.com
Web: http://kcslegal.com
Ms. Rajaniemi-Gregg concentrates her legal practice in the areas
of special education on behalf of parents and their families, civil
rights, and general litigation.
RCS
Learning Center
Natalie Rizzo
6 Strathmore Road
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 650-5940; (508) 650-5942; (508) 650-5944 (fax)
Email: nmrrcs@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.progressforallchildren.com
Realizing Children’s Strengths (RCS) provides the highest
quality of individualized behavioral and educational services for
children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
REACH
Educational Services
Christine Blake
115 Sandwich Street, Suite 5
Plymouth, MA 02360
(508) 747-1556; (508) 398-1501 (fax)
Email: cmblake1@comcast.net
Web: http://www.reachedu.com
REACH offers a variety of educational and consultative services
to children and families including skills assessment, behavioral
intervention, home programming, social skills groups and ABA instructional
programming.
Michael
L. Rich, Esq.
Attorney at Law
74 Newport Street
Arlington, MA 02476-7828
(781) 641-3472; (781) 641-2214 (fax)
Email: kidlaw@comcast.net
Web: http://www.MichaelRichLaw.com
Legal representation in special education meetings, mediations and
hearings and in DCF (DSS), guardianship or adoption administrative
or court hearings.
Sally
Rae Rogers M.Ed. Counseling Psychology
35 Deerfield Rd.
Sharon, MA 02067
(781) 784-3574
Email: songinside@earthlink.net
Play therapy utilizing inprovisational singing and drama play. Fun
communication development through mutual creation & repetition
of personally designed drama story and song-always fun.
Roman
Music Therapy Services
Meredith R. Pizzi, MT-BC
423 Main St., Suite 2A
Melrose, MA 02176
(781) 420-4669
Email: mpizzi@romanmusictherapy.com
Web: http://www.romanmusictherapy.com
Roman Music Therapy Services provides individual and group music
therapy services in the Greater Boston and North Shore areas.
Gina
Sattler, MED
Educational Consultant /Advocate
25 Nottingham Drive
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
(413) 526-9978
Email: sattlers@charter.net
Providing families and schools with all types of educational,
consulting, and training services for students educational, emotional,
and social needs. Includes planning educational needs, obtaining
services, and school placements.
Ann F. Scannell, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Morrison Mahoney LLP
446 Main Street, Suite 1010
Worcester, MA 01608
(508) 757-7777; (508) 752-6224 (fax)
Email: ascannell@morrisonmahoney.com
Web: http://morrisonmahoney.com
Dedicated to helping Massachusetts' families obtain the appropriate
educational services for their child with disabilities. Offices
in Worcester, Springfield, Fall River and Boston.
Sam
Schoenfeld, Esq.
Attorney at Law
490 Chapman Street Suite 201
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 830-9990
Email: admin@wallacelawoffice.com
Web: http:/wallacelawoffice.com
Assisting families with children in need of special education services;
guardianships,care and protection, school discipline and delinquency
issues.
Schwartz
Center for Children
1 Posa Place
Dartmouth, MA 02747
(508) 996-3391; (508) 996-3397 (fax)
Email: mmaiato@schwartzcenter.org
Web: http://www.schwartzcenter.org
We are a full year approved day school serving students 3 -22 with
multiple disabilities. Services: academic, speech, occupational,
physical and aquatic therapy.
Joseph
A. Seckler, Esq.
Attorney at Law
446 Main Street, Suite 1010
Worcester, MA 01608
(508) 757-7777; (508) 752-6224 (fax)
Email: jseckler@morrisonmahoney.com
Web: http://www.morrisonmahoney.com
Experienced litigation attorneys who consult and advise families
of students with special needs in public and private schools in
Massachusetts and throughout the Northeast.
Sensational
Kids Occupational Therapy
Brooke Lear, MS, OTR/L
14 Cedar Street, Suite 314
Amesbury, MA 01985
(978) 378-4848
Email: brooke@sensationalkidsOT.com
Web: http://www.sensationalkidsOT.com
Pediatric Occupational Therapy practice, with a specialty in sensory
integration, focusing on assessment and treatment of children with
difficulties in sensory processing, fine motor skills, handwriting,
and coordination issues.
Kristen
M. Serwecki, Advocate
19 Holland Avenue
Westfield, MA 01085
(413)
250-7637; (413) 564-0131 (fax)
Email: Serweck1@aol.com
Experienced
advocate servicing children and families in Western MA.
Shriver
Center - UMASS Medical School
200 Trapelo Road
Waltham, MA 02452-6319
(781) 642-0001; (800) 764-0200 (TTY)
Web: http://www.umassmed.edu/shriver/
Simply
Smiles Tutoring, LLC
21 Pleasant St Suite 235
Newburyport, MA 01950
(781) 626-4806
Email: simplysmilestutoring@gmail.com
Web: http://www.simplysmilestutoring.com
Simply Smiles Tutoring, LLC serves the autism population in the North Shore area
ages 1-10. Call now for a FREE initial consult (Main office is in Newburyport)
Tim
Sindelar, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Ames, Hilton, Martin & Sindelar
22 Putnam Avenue
Cambridge MA 012139
(617) 871-2140
Email: sindelar@ahmslegal.com
With four experienced attorneys, AHMS brings more than 75 years legal experience
in working in the areas of special education, mental health and other state services,
disability discrimination and civil rights.
Anne
Marie Smith, M.Ed.
10 Kirkland Street
Agawam, MA 01001
(413) 789-0906;
(413) 626-7156
Email: iephelp@comcast.net
As a Retired certified Special and Regular Education Teacher, College Disability
Coordinator providing expert witness, classroom observation tutorial services
and other professional services upon request.
Cheryl
B. Smith, MA, CAGS, LLC
P.O. Box # 163
South Deerfield, MA 01373
(413) 687-2942; (413) 665-0245
Email: sch.psych.smith@comcast.net
Licensed psychologist providing psycho-educational assessment services
as well as support services, e.g. counseling, social skills- assertiveness
training, advocacy, and referrals.
Social
Smart Kids
Nadine Briggs
P.O. Box 667
Westford, MA 01886
(978) 764-2758
Email: nbriggs@socialsmartkids.com
Web: http://www.socialsmartkids.com
Social Smart Kids supports children with social challenges through
consulting (classroom chats/ advocacy), online advice, parent tips,
discussion cards, safety bracelets, books, videos, and more.
Southeast
Advocate Associates, Inc.
Cheryl Follett
4 Carleton Rd.
Plainville, MA 02762
(508) 272-0010; (508) 695-9799 (fax)
Email: CherSEA@aol.com
Web: http://www.southeastadvocateassociates.com
A comprehensive advocacy and family support service for children
with special needs ages birth through transition to adult life.
Special
Ed Express
Carole A. Cleveland, M Ed
P.O. Box 903
Belchertown, MA 01007
(413) 323-6050; (413) 221-0672; (413) 323-4729 (fax)
Email: carolecleveland@aol.com
Consultations/services to parents of children with special needs
that include attendence to meetings, mediations, review of ed plans,
assessments, and advising/recommendations to parents on rights/regulations
relating to special education.
Special
Education Advocacy of New England
Nancy Reddish
12 Coventry Lane
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 809-3134
Email: Nreddish@comcast.net
Web: http://www.SpedAdvocacy.com
Educational advocacy for special needs children. Consultation, IEP
Development, Team meetings & Mediation. 12 years advocacy experience
and a certified Mediator. Federation and Wrights Law trained.
Special
Education Advocacy Services
J. Stephen Lowe, PhD
Acton MA 01720
(978) 263-9725; (779) 254-1289 (fax)
Email: advocate@paragon-c.com
Special education advocacy services for children and their families. I work
to get the services that meet children's individual needs. NVLD, autism spectrum,
and specific learning disabilities.
Special
Education Advocacy Services
Garrett Colson
128 Webster St, Unit #1
East Boston, MA 02128
(978) 853-8811
Email: ed_advocates@hotmail.com
FCSN Trained; Assessment, eligibility, IEP Development, Team Meetings, Suspensions/Expulsions,
BSEA Hearings; Experienced with emotional/behavioral challenged adolescents, asbergers,
bipolar, ADHD; Eastern Mass area.
Special
Education Advocacy
Anne M. Fitzgerald
156 Flaggler Drive
Marshfield, MA 02050
(781) 837-3478
Email: massfitz@adelphia.net
Special education advocacy for all learning disabilities. Primary
focus is dyslexia, ADD/ADHD.
Special
Education Advocate
Carolyn A. Moore
36 Alden Street
Plymouth,
MA 02360
(508) 436-4262
Email: moorecarolyn@comcast.net
Special Education Advocate specializing in High Functioning Autism, Aspergers,
NVLD and Mental Health Disabilities.
Special
Education Advocate
Denise Sullivan
P.O. Box 4506
Chicopee, MA
01014-4506
(413) 594-2832; (413) 348-5066; (413) 594-2832 (fax)
Email:
sped.advocate@verizon.net
Special
Educational Advocate who works with parents to obtain the proper supports and
accomodations for your child to succeed academically, socially and emotionally.
Special
Education Compliance and Complaint Page
Program Quality Assurance (781) 338-3700
Parent's Guide to Special Education Appeals
Bureau of Special Education Appeals: (781) 338-6400
Web: http://www.doe.mass.edu/sped/cc.html
Special
Education Consultants of Massachusetts, Inc.
Sarah A. Haussmann, Ed.D.
208 Main Street, Suite 206
Milford, MA 01757
(781) 223-3382
Email: info@spedconsultants.com
Web: http://www.spedconsultants.com
SECM provides independent education evaluations (IEE) for children
in preschool through high school and college. 7 years offering professional
service with comprehensive results.
603
CMR 28.00: Special Education (In effect January, 2001)
Disclaimer: For
an official copy of these regulations, please contact the Secretary of State's
Publications and Regulations Division at (617) 727-2831
Web:
http://www.doe.mass.edu/lawsregs/603cmr28.html
603
CMR 18.00: Program and Safety Standards for Approved Public or Private Day and
Residential Special Education School Programs
Web:
http://www.doe.mass.edu/lawsregs/603cmr18.html
Special
Education Planning and Policy Development Office
Department of Education
350 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148-5023
(781) 338-3000; (781) 338-3388
Web: http://www.doe.mass.edu/sped/
Special
Education Solutions
Lois M. Kraus, M.Ed.
371 Mount Vernon Street
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 329-6874
Email: loiskraus5@gmail.com
Special education consultant with 15 years experience in advocacy,
can handle all disabilities, specializing in Autism/Asperger Syndrome.
Special
Education Success
Christina Gentile, Esq.
2 Diamond Drive
Derry,
NH 03038
(617) 571-0051
Email: gentile_christina@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.specialeducationsuccess.com
Special education attorney and advocate, Educational Surrogate Parent. All areas
of special education. Experienced in IEP meetings, mediation, discipline, due
process.
Special
Education Teacher and Private Tutor
Jennifer Thistle, M.S.Ed.
16 Winstead
Ave.
Woburn, MA 01801
(339) 227-3136
Email: wilsontutor@yahoo.com
Web:
http://www.geocities.com/wilsontutor
Certified
in Wilson, as well as many Project Read and Lindamood-Bell programs. Educated
at Simmons College. High quality tutoring in an enjoyable and supportive enviroment.
Special
Education Web Page
For questions about special education compliance monitoring
systems and requirements in school districts, education collaboratives, charter
schools or Chapter 766 Approved Private Schools, contact Program Quality Assurance
Services at (781)338-3700.
Web: http://www.doe.mass.edu/sped/
Special
Needs Advocacy Network
P. O. Box 269, Natick, MA 01760
(508) 655-7999
Web: www.spanmass.org
SPAN is an
association of advocates and others concerned about the special needs of children
and young adults with disabilities. The mission and purpose of SPAN is to develop
and promote a functioning and supportive network of child advocates.
Special
Touch Advocacy
Teresa Sauro
50 Cook St.
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 969-5445; (617) 641-9168 (fax)
Email: stat766@comcast.net
Helping parents understand the process of obtaining special education
services for their child. FCSN trained with 30 years experience.
SPED
Child and Teen
S.M. Riddle
86 Prendiville Way
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 303-3424
Email: info@spedchildmass.com
Web: http://www.spedchildmass.com
Website and Newsletter that Lists Up Coming Disability Events, Workshops,
Conferences and More in the Greater Massachusetts Communities.
SPEDWatch,
Inc.
Ellen M. Chambers, MBA
P.O. Box 1440
Pepperell, MA 01463
(978) 433-5983; (978) 433-0492 (fax)
Email: emchambers@charter.net
Web: http://www.spedwatch.org
Statewide nonprofit executing a grassroots civil rights movement to secure the
educational rights of Massachusetts students with disabilities.
Speech
& Language Resources
Sherri Miller, M.Ed., CCC/SLP
475 Franklin
St., S201
Framingham, MA 01702
(508) 620-9094; (508) 620-1008 (fax)
Email: slrtalk@conversent.net
Teaching with compassion. Diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for speech, language,
and voice challenges for children, adolecsents, and adults. Groups for social
skills.
Speech
Therapeutics
Tanya Acosta-Sinnott
818 E. Fifth St.
South Boston,
MA 02127
(857) 257-9081
Email: shmrk123@aol.com
Speech Therapy services for all ages. Autism, Aspergers, Articulation, Voice Therapy
etc.
State
Mediation System
Department of Education
Bureau of Special Education
Appeals
350 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 338-6443
Web: www.doe.mass.edu/sped/
Statewide
Head Injury Program
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission
27 Wormwood Street, Fort Point Place, Suite 600
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 204-3852; (617) 204-3817 (TTY); (800) 223-2559 (MA only)
Step
By Step Consulting
Jennifer Herrmann
P.O. Box 435
Sturbridge, MA 01566
(774) 277-0254
Email: Jennifer@StepByStepConsulting.Net
Education advocate for children with special needs. FCSN trained.
Mission is to obtain the best services possible for children and
establish a collaborative relationship between families and schools.
Steps
to Success LLC
Alyssa Porter
183 Bedford St
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 674-0000
Email: admin@stepstosuccessconsultants.com
Web: http://www.stepstosuccessconsultants.com
Steps to Success, LLC, is a dynamic provider of behaviorally-based
consultation and educational services utilizing an applied behavior
analysis (ABA) model.
Steri
Educational Inst. LC
Steve Angelique
P.O. Box 815
Sagamore Beach, MA 02562
(508) 833-3666;
(508) 477-2002; (508) 888-6477 (fax)
Email: SAnglq@aol.com
Web: http://www.TutorsIsUs.com
Moderate SPED services relative to academics. School system-authorized. Serving
Cape Cod and southeastern Mass.
Robert
Stier, Ph.D.
P.O. Box 989
Andover, MA 01810
(508) 265-2037; (978)
775-5396; (800) 716-1291 (fax)
Email: RobertPhD@aol.com
Provide (fee for service) educational consultation, mediation/advocacy services
to parents of children/adolescents requiring specialized educational services.
Teresa
Stock, MS OTR/L
49 Hillcrest Rd
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 444-4528
Email: edandtee@rcn.com
Pediatric Occupational Therapist experienced with ages 3-22. Will
come to homes within 20 miles and consult regarding self-help skills,
handwriting, visual motor skills, fine motor skills and sensory
diets.
Elizabeth
Struss M.Ed., Special Education Advocate
130 South Washington Street
North Attleboro, MA 02760
(508) 809-3515
Email: advocate@estruss.com
Web: http://www.estruss.com
Attend team meetings. Assist with appropriate services/placements
according to your child's specific needs. Specialize in LD, ADHD,
Aspergers and Autism Spectrum Disorders. FCSN trained.
David
Tharaldson Advocacy
182 Poplar St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
(413) 592-0471
Email: dvdtharaldson@aol.com
I provide a service to parents by informing them of their legal
rights mandated by state and federal laws, and by attending team
meetings.
Therapeutic
Learning Center
Diane L. Maxson, MS, OTR/L
500 Chapman Street, Suite 104
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 821-9955; (781) 821-9950 (fax)
Email: info@therapeuticlearningctr.com
Web: http://www.therapeuticlearningctr.com
TLC is a multi service pediatric therapy center offering a variety
of programs and services designed to enhance each child's ability
to control their bodies, to be successful learners, have positive
relationships with their family and community, and develop inner
resources to use as they grow and develop.
Thinking
Outside the Classroom
Michael Delman
1071 Worcester Road, Ste. 31
Framingham, MA 01701
(774) 279-6395
Email: michael@delmanconsulting.com
Web: http://www.ThinkingOutsideTheClassroom.com
Thinking Outside the Classroom provides tutoring and consulting
to students with disabilities and their families in the Metrowest
and Greater Boston area.
Thom
Springfield Infant Toddler Services
Marie Peirent
1506 A Allen Street
Springfield, MA 01118
(413) 783-5500; (413) 782-7612 (fax)
Email: mpeirent@thomchild.org
Web: http://thomchild.org
Early Intervention Home visting serivces for children birth to three
years old who have developmental delays or are at risk for delays.
T.
L. Connections, Inc.
Karin McClure
155-M New Boston St, Ste 140
Woburn, MA 01801
(781) 932-0759; (781) 932-0797 (fax)
Email: karin@tlcadvocacy.com
Bridging the gap and empowering parents and schools. We work with
all ages/disabilities throughout all of Eastern MA and Southern
NH. FCSN trained/SPAN member.
Dina
A. Traniello, Ed.D.
11 Smith Ave.
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 862-1480; (781) 354-0854
Email: dtraniello@verizon.net
Consultation focused on supporting students with disabilities and
specifically challenging behaviors. Additionally, I train school
personnel on conducting FBAs and implementing positive behavior
support plans.
Tree
House Advocacy
Lee Desmarais-Moitoso
P.O. Box 850
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 851-0533
Email: treehouseadvocacy@gmail.com
Web: http://treehouseadvocacy.googlepages.com
Special Education Advocate/Consultant,FCSN and EDCO trained,DOE
Educational Surrogate Parent. Free consults, sliding scale, Medically
Complex,Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Transition (Age 15-22).
Trek
Associates
Steve Dykstra
PO Box 110
Palmer, MA 01069
(413) 283-6645; (413) 283-6645 (fax)
Email: TrekAssoc@aol.com
Web: http://wordforging.com
Speech & Language services, learning difference specialist,
with expertise in assisting students with written expression needs.
Triad
Advocacy
Melody Orfei
192 Virginia Road
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 371-2182
Email: o.mel@verizon.net
Web: http://concordspedpac.org/
Advocacy services for students with disabilities. Specializing in Learning
Disabilities (LD), Dyslexia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD),
Sensory Integration Disorders (SID/SI) and Asperger Syndrome (AS).
Triple
C Consulting
Jessica Hickman
2 Glacier Ln.
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 556-5181; (928) 261-8182
Email: feroli1104@comcast.net
In home support services for children and teens with disabilities. A wide range
of services from IEP planning to behavior intervention. Social skill training
for autism spectrum disorders as well.
Michael
W. Turner Esq.
Attorney at Law
PO Box 910
242 Wareham Rd
Marion,
Ma. 02738
Email: turner@cape.com
(508)
748-2362; (508) 748-6836 (fax)
Advocate and lawyer in education law, special
education law, civil rights, school expulsions, juvenile law, SE. Mass, Cape and
Islands
TUTORrific
Academic Services
Alexis Avila
5 Sylvan Way
Wayland, MA 01778
(781) 753-9951
Email: info@TUTORrific.com
Web: http://www.TUTORrific.com
Tutoring in Standardized Test Preparation, Academic Subjects College
and College and Career Counseling Success and Study Skills Coaching;
have successfully worked with students who have NLD and ADD.
Tutoring
By Design
Alicia Diozzi, M.Ed., Director
121 Loring Avenue #250
Salem, MA 01970
Email: Alicia@TutoringByDesign.com
Web: http://www.TutoringByDesign.com
In home tutoring for children with Special Needs. Our tutors have experience
in Special Education and can design programs that address the learner's unique
needs.
United
Cerebral Palsy of Metro Boston, Inc.
71 Arsenal Street
Watertown,
MA 02472
(617) 926-5480
Email: UCPBOST@aol.com
Urban
PRIDE
Charlotte R. Spinkston
c/o The Boston Foundation
75 Arlington
STreet, 10th Floor
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 338-4508; (617) 338-4276; (617)
338-1608 (fax)
Email: info@urbanpride.org
Web:
http://urbanpride.org
A non-profit parent
organization providing a comprehensive system of information, direct support,
and referral for parents of children from birth through transition to adult life.
Vendito
Consulting (South Shore)
Diane Bartlett
P.O. Box 548
Marshfield,
MA 02332
(781) 799-6426; (866) 851-2477 (fax)
Email: diane.bartlett2@verizon.net
Advocacy services for parents of children with special needs. Success through
collaboration. Three years experience working with schools as well as mediation
experience.
Village
Family Chiropractic
Dr. Lisa Geiger
126 Harvard Street
Brookline, MA 02446
(617) 566-2001; (617) 566-2007 (fax)
Email: chirolisa@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.villagechiro.com
Chiropractic care from pregnancy throughout life. Amazingly effective
with special-needs kids, as it allows their nervous system to function
with less interference. Just ask my son!
Vista
Preparatory School
Kathleen E. Farrell
2 Dundee Park
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 470-1399; (978) 470-1106 (fax)
Email: kathyf@vistaprep.org
Web: http://www.vistaprep.org
Vista Prep is a small Independent School in Andover, MA that serves
students in the elementary grades with at least average intelligence,
who have learning-style differences. Instruction is very individualized.
VSA
arts of Massachusetts
China Trade Center
2 Boylston Street, 2nd Floor
Boston, MA 02116-9856
(617) 350-7713; (617) 350-6836 (TTY)
Email: cjwashburn@vsamass.org
Web: www.vsamass.org
D.
Luray Wallace, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Wallace Law Office, P.C.
490 Chapman Street, Suite 201
Canton, MA 02021
(781) 830-9990; (781) 830-9993 (fax)
Email: admin@wallacelawoffice.com
Web: http://wallacelawoffice.com
Assisting families with children in need of Special Ed Services
as well as those seeking advice re guardianship or juvenile delinquency
issues.
Meredith
G. Warshaw, M.S.S., M.A.
Special Needs Educational Advisor
Newton
MA
(617) 964-2994; (617) 344-5666 (fax)
Email: mwarshaw@uniquelygifted.org
Web: http://consult.uniquelygifted.org
Wayside
Youth & Family Support Network
Dana Farley, Parent Partner
CAP
30
Mystic Street
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 641-8270
Email: dfarley3@hotmail.com
Web:
http://www.waysideparentpartnership.org
Parent
Support Group in Cambridge/Somerville area, for families of children/adolescents
with mental health and/or behavioral challenges.
Wayside
Youth & Family Support Network
Anne Sullivan, Parent Support Coordinator
406 Massachusetts Ave
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 643-2580 x 123
Email anne_sullivan@waysideyouth.org
Parent Support Groups in Acton & Arlington, for parents/caregivers
of children or adolescents with mental health &/or behavioral
challenges.
Weaver
Center
Carolyn Case
30 Boston Post Road
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-1112 Ext. 210; (508) 358-1112 Ext. 213; (508) 358-3441
(fax)
Email: Info@WeaverCenter.org
Web: http://WeaverCenter.org
Neuropsychological and educational evaluations, educational advocacy,
medication, treatment and self advocacy skills development for children
and adults with learning, attention, organization and self-esteem
difficulties.
Marilyn
Weber, Special Education Parent Consultant
11 Dartmouth Avenue
Dedham, MA 02026
(617) 640-1007
Email: maroweber@gmail.com
Parent consultant with over 10 years experience, specializing in
ADD, ADHD, PDD, Autism/Asperger youngsters and transitioning the
15-year old.
Wellesley
Therapeutic Services
Suzanne Flax
204 Worcester Street (Route 9)
Wellesley, MA 02481
(781) 237-1769 Ext. 232; (781) 239-9965 (fax)
Email: sflaxslp@comcast.net
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. Evaluation/treatment of children
through adults. Diagnoses include language, articulation/phonological
disorders, apraxia, learning disabilites, tongue thrust, and autism
spectrum disorders.
Wilson
Tutoring
Janice ambrose
8 Eastern Point Road
Gloucester, MA 01930
(978) 283-4655
Email: jan_amb@yahoo.com
Web: http://web.me.com/janiceambrose/Tutoring
Individualized tutoring to improve basic skills for reading and
writing. North shore area w/in 20 mile radius of Gloucester.
Andrea
Wizer, M. Ed.
7 Emerson Rd.
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 449-8367
Email: awizer@comcast.net
Provide consultation, advocacy and support for parents of children
with social, emotional, behavioral challenges. Help navigate the
IEP and state agency systems.
Lillian
E. Wong, Esq.
Attorney at Law
141 Grove Street
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 942-0595
Email: lillianwongesq@gmail.com
Web: http://www.lillianwongesq.com
Rachael
E. Wurtman, Esq.
Attorney at Law
153 Summit Ave
Brookline, MA 02446
(617) 997-9954
Email: RWURTMAN1@comcast.net
I provide special education advocacy and legal representation to
families of children with special needs.
Y3K
Tutor In Your Home
40 Ware Rd
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 492-8700
Email:
info@Y3KTutorInYourHome.com
Web:
http://www.Y3KTutorInYourHome.com
Call
Y3K Tutor In Your Home today, when schoolwork goes the wrong way! We tutor special
ed. and regular ed. students in your home.
Jan
Yeh, Speech-language pathologist, MS, CCC-SLP
50 Grove St.
Scituate,
MA 02066
(781) 544-7399
Email: janyeh@bellatlantic.net
Specializng in one-on-one and group work with school-aged children struggling
with language-based learning difficulties, reading/writing struggles, and executive
functioning deficits.