I have 20+ years of parenting experience raising my two boys on the autism spectrum.  I have expertise that includes getting a diagnosis and dealing with both physicians and school systems.  I am here to support you along your journey to be the best parent you can be to your child.

Let's talk about getting a diagnosis

I am a mom of children with Autism and other special needs, and I’ve been advocating for them for over 18 years.  I’ve learned a lot about advocating for your child and getting the care they need through this journey, and I’d like to share what I have learned with you.  There’s a new language to learn, potential specialists and therapists that you’ll encounter, and I'm here to help you and your child wherever you need me to.

It can be overwhelming to navigate all of this – and you don’t get an instruction manual with your child that tells you what steps you need to take and when.  That’s where I can help.

Suzanne Shaft, VitalGuide

Guidance on parenting topics and your child's progress from Suzanne Shaft, mom of 3, and experienced parent advocate.

1:1 Video Chat with Suzanne Shaft, VitalGuide

Having a boy who I need to plan for his long-term care and housing, I've got a lot of experience on what you have to think about and do as you seek the right accommodations for your child.

A parents perspective on disability planning

I can help you brainstorm fun ways to stimulate your adult child's continued engagement, growth, and learning.

Continued growth for your special needs adult

There are accommodations you can ask your school to help accommodate your child with ADHD. Learn what you can ask for and how to ask for it from people who have done it with their school system.  

In this session, we will discuss:
1. Learn what accommodations are available at school for children with ADHD.
2. Understand what accommodations you should request for your child’s situation.
3. Get help preparing your request to your school and understand the process for getting accommodations.

Does my child need an IEP or 504 plan for ADHD?

I am a mom with over 20 years of experience advocating for my disabled children's needs.  IEP meetings can be difficult, anxiety-inducing, and sometimes leave you with more questions than answers.  In this meeting, I will help assist you in reviewing IEP objectives and your child's progress.  We will have a pre-IEP meeting to help you develop questions and set your agenda for what you'd like to discuss, prior to your IEP meeting.

Get help preparing for your IEP meeting

As a parent of two boys with autism, I have experience dealing with many professionals who provided care for my child.  Being an active parent sometimes means you have to question if the care your child is receiving is the best for your child.  In this appointment, I'll walk you through my tips for getting a second opinion.

How to go about getting a second opinion

I am a mom with over 20 years of experience advocating for my disabled children's needs.  IEP meetings can be difficult, and anxiety-inducing, sometimes leaving you with more questions than answers.  In this meeting, I will help you with the transition from preschool to elementary school and prepare for your first IEP.  I can also help you set up a documentation system!

Let's talk about getting a diagnosis

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