Special Education Resources
WarmLine is a Family Empowerment Center. As a Family Empowerment Center, we provide training and information to families of children and young adults with disabilities between the ages of 3 and 22.
We offer:
- Specialized training
- Peer-to-peer support
- Information
- Referral services
We aim to assist parents to better understand their child's educational and developmental needs, develop effective communication with service providers, serve as an active participant in the IEP process, promote alternative dispute resolution, and support positive relationships between parents and professionals.
WarmLine is funded by the CA Dept. of Education, receives technical assistance and support by Seeds of Partnership and is a member of the Family Empowerment and Disability Council.
WarmLine Special Education Publications
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A GUIDE FOR FAMILIES OF CHILDREN BIRTH TO THREE YEARS OLD WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
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UNA GUIA PARA FAMILIAS DE NIÑOS DEL NACIMIENTO A LOS 3 AÑOS DE EDAD CON NECESIDADES ESPECIALES
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A PLANNING WORKBOOK FOR FAMILIES WHO ARE TRANSITIONING FROM EARLY START INTO SPECIAL EDUCATION PRESCHOOL SERVICES
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TRANSICIÓN DEL PROGRAMA COMIENZO TEMPRANO HACIA LOS SERVICIOS DE EDUCACIÓN ESPECIAL PREESCOLAR: UN CUADERNO DE TRABAJO Y PLANIFICACIÓN PARA LAS FAMILIAS
Partner & Community Early Start Resources
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Parents, caregivers, and families can find a comprehensive overview of the Early Start Program here.
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The role of the IFSP or IEP team is to listen to your concerns and develop outcomes and goals based on both
your child’s needs and their strengths. By communicating a more complete picture of your child to early childhood professionals, you can help them select appropriate services for your child. Y -
Many parents wonder what natural environments are, how they can help their child, and what role the parent
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This video from Early Start emphasizes the importance of social and emotional development and gives simple strategies to implement today.
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What can you do to help a child enjoy a range of foods? See this website for ideas you can try today.
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The ICFQ© 6-question screener is a quick 6-question screening tool that identifies and differentiates between children who are struggling with feeding from those who have age appropriate eating.
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This guide can make parenting a little easier by helping you learn more about how to connect with your child and handle challenging behaviors at every age.
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Данное руководство может сделать воспитание детей немного легче, помочь узнать что-то новое о том, как общаться с ребенком и справляться с его сложным поведением в любом возрасте.
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Esta guía puede hacer que la crianza sea un poco más fácil al ayudarlo a aprender más acerca de cómo conectarse con su hijo y manejar comportamientos desafiantes en todas las edades.
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This publication is part of a series of guides on dispute resolution options available under Part C of the IDEA. These options include mediation, written state complaints, and due process complaints and hearings.
