Every child deserves the chance to thrive at school, at home, and in life.
Encompass Parent Solutions provides non-legal parent advocacy, support, and education counsel for families of kids with learning differences. We build hope, community, and a positive path forward for families and kids navigating the world of learning disabilities and ADHD.
If you have a child with learning differences – this may sound like you:
Your child is struggling in school and you don’t feel acknowledged or listened to by your child’s teacher or school.
Your child has a newly identified learning disability (dyslexia, dyscalculia, etc.) or other health impairment (ADHD, for example) and you are struggling to navigate the special education process at their school.
You feel like you are alone and nobody knows how you feel. You need someone to listen and don’t know who to trust.
You don’t have to go it alone!
Welcome. I’m Danielle.
As a fierce parent advocate for my own children for over 10 years, I’ve learned the ropes and built expert relationships that have allowed me to help hundreds of families navigate the complicated world of IEPs and special education. My goal is to create a community of empowered parents who learn and grow together as advocates and help them get the right support and resources they need for their kids to thrive.
Encompass
1: INCLUDE, COMPREHEND // a plan that encompasses a number of aims.
2a: to form a circle about: ENCLOSE. b obsolete: to go completely around.
3: BRING ABOUT, ACCOMPLISH // encompass a task.
*Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Let’s work together.
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Educational Consulting
Learn to navigate the complicated world of special education, including 504 plans and IEPs. Together we will advocate for your child.
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Speaking Engagements
As a parent advocate and expert, sharing information in group settings helps the entire community become more informed.
Success Stories
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In my time working with Danielle Ward, she was the most sincere, helpful and knowledgeable support I had in my tool basket. She acted as that lifeline that we as parents need when we're in up to our chins and need positivity and expertise. Danielle was the first one to help me get back on my feet and back in action when she gave me the best tools to use, along with her energizing and happy smile.
— Kerry C
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Danielle was incredibly helpful in navigating resources and finding support for my daughter with ADHD. When I was overwhelmed with how to best help, advocate, and support my daughter; Danielle immediately took the stress out of the process. She helped get the support she needed from medical professionals, her principal, and teachers. Danielle is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to ADHD and learning difficulties. She helped us create the best action plans for any obstacles my daughter and our family come across. I feel incredibly lucky to have had Danielle help my daughter and our family.
— Betsy G
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Danielle has been an invaluable resource to our family as we’ve navigated our children's transition from the public school system to private schools. She brings to her practice many years in the special education field combined with the first-hand experience of a parent. We are so grateful for her support.
— Erin G
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Danielle Ward was a lifesaver when my son was struggling in first grade. She walked me through the process of testing, diagnosis (ADHD), IEP and advocating with my school and principal to get him the help that he needed. Although she always had my son's well-being at the center of her mind she was unbelievably supportive of me and the other mothers in our school who were adjusting to the new normal. She helped me open up and discuss these issues freely, without feeling ashamed or worried about any judgment. Her example has taught me to discuss our struggles and triumphs with my other friends and acquaintances and to help build a sense of community. She has such an upbeat, can-do attitude you know that things can only get better—and then she gives you the tools to help you get there.
– Mary M.
Frequently Asked Questions
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ADD/ADHD
Aphasia
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Dyslexia
Dyscalculia
Dyspraxia (or DCD, Developmental Coordination Disorder)
Developmental Delays
Emotional Dysregulation
Emotional Disturbance
Hearing and Vision Impairments
Intellectual Disabilities
Non-Verbal Learning Disability (NVLD)
Orthopedic Impairments
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
Sensory Processing Disorders
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An Individualized Education Program or IEP is a blueprint or plan for a child’s Special Education progress at school. The IEP provides individualized special education and related support services to meet a child’s unique needs. A 504 Plan is a plan for how the school will provide support and remove barriers for a student with a disability. It offers services and changes to the school environment to enable students to learn alongside their peers. Both an IEP, and a 504 plan are provided at no cost to families.
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Yes, the school district where the private school is located is responsible for spearheading “Child Find.” This process helps start the identification and determination of eligibility of kids with special education and related services and is not limited to public school students alone. New Jersey families interested in learning more can review the guidance by the New Jersey Department of Education here.
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- Eligibility for 504 Plan and IEPs
- IEP and 504 Plan design
- Ensuring compliance by school
- Requesting evaluations
- Review student progress and goal setting
- Providing resources and referrals to service providers
- Parent advocacy education and coaching
- School meeting representation
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After we have had our initial 30-minute call and we mutually agree to work together, then we determine which education package investment will be appropriate for your child’s case. We know each child is unique and some cases may take additional time. Consulting services may also be offered at an hourly rate, once the package investment has been completed. Average costs for special education parent advocate range from $500 to $3,000 and up, depending on the complexities of the case. If you are experiencing financial hardship, please don’t hesitate to contact me as I set aside a limited amount of pro-bono consultant hours each quarter.
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Encompass Parent Solutions LLC does not offer legal advice or practice law and makes no claim to be an expert in Special Education Law. We have special knowledge about the IEP process and students with disabilities. As a member of the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA), Encompass Parent Solutions follows COPAA’s Voluntary Code of Ethics for Special Education Advocates regarding:
Ethical Principles
Responsibilities to Client
Conflicts of Interest
Communication
Professionalism