What You’ll Learn in This Guide: When to start planning: Begin conversations at 24-27 months, but start organizing even earlier IFSP vs IEP: How services shift from family-centered (whole child) to curriculum-focused (school learning) What changes: Therapy services become more consultative and school-based; you may need to keep private therapy The 3-step process: Transition planning […]
Explore moreYou’ve been to the ARD meetings. You’ve signed the paperwork. Your child has an IEP with goals, accommodations, and services in place. But weeks or months later, something feels off. The progress you expected isn’t happening—and you’re not sure what to do about it. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many parents find themselves […]
Explore moreWhen you first contact Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) services, you might expect a therapist working directly with your child while you observe from nearby—perhaps taking notes, watching carefully, learning by observation. Then your first session arrives, and something feels different. The therapist asks you questions. Lots of questions. They watch you interact with your child. […]
Explore morehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7Cla5vfrMo When you hear the term “Least Restrictive Environment” at your child’s ARD meeting, you might wonder: Does this mean my child has to be in a general education classroom? Should they be? The answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think—and that’s actually a good thing. What LRE Means Legally Under the IDEA (Individuals […]
Explore moreEvery parent wants to give their child the best possible start in life. For many families, this includes the goal of breastfeeding—a journey that can be filled with both beautiful moments and unexpected challenges. At Brighton Center, we understand that breastfeeding success isn’t just about nutrition; it’s about supporting the entire family during one of […]
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