How LIAC Can Help

The LIAC assists families in learning how to access and obtain for their children the educational services to which they are legally entitled. This program offers advice and when necessary, representation at school-related meetings as well as information and referral.  

Our LIAC education advocates have extensive knowledge, experience and resources to help empower you as you advocate for your child. 

Services are generally provided via phone consultations and technical support such as e-mail, fax or we can mail information to you.

To speak with an advocate, you must complete an intake by calling the appropriate LIAC office (the county in which you reside) OR you can complete our online form.​​   

NY Region 1 Collaborative is a Parent Training and Information Center (PTIC) funded by the US Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs.  The Long Island Advocacy Center, along with Advocates for Children, IncludeNYC,  and Sinergia, provide training and information to families of children with disabilities, as well as the professionals that work with them, throughout Long Island and New York City. 

Decades of research supports the powerful influence that parent and family involvement has on children's achievement in school.  For families of children with disabilities, navigating the Special Education process, and advocating for their child's social, emotional, and educational needs, can be overwhelming- especially when you're doing it alone.  You don't have to do it alone- we're here to support you. 

To find your parent center, click here.