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Services & Fees

Educational advocacy, consulting, and family support.

Founded on more than 30 years of educational leadership — as a Special Education Teacher, Building Administrator, Director of Special Education, and Assistant Superintendent — Always Delivering Hope provides families with expert guidance, compassionate advocacy, and personalized support throughout the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE) process.

Most families start with a complimentary Hope Discovery Consultation. Because every family deserves access to support, sliding-scale fees and sponsored advocacy services may be available for qualifying families based on financial need and availability.

*Sibling discounts available.

Hope Discovery Consultation

A starting point for every family. Talk through your concerns and decide what kind of support fits.

Hope Discovery Consultation

30 minutes · complimentary

A brief consultation to discuss your concerns, determine your needs, and identify how advocacy support may assist your child and family.

Committee on Preschool Special Education/ Committee on Special Education and Educational Review

Written review of your child's educational records so you walk into the next meeting knowing exactly what's missing — and what to ask for. Designed for families who want confident, informed support before and during their child's CPSE meeting.

Essential Review Package

Starting at $250
  • Review of IEP, evaluations, and supporting documents
  • Written summary with key observations and recommendations
  • Recommendations for next steps
  • 30-minute follow-up consultation

Comprehensive Advocacy Review

Starting at $350

This package is designed for families who need a deeper understanding of their child's educational program and stronger guidance for advocacy and decision-making.

  • Comprehensive review of educational records
  • In-depth review of evaluations
  • Identification of strengths, areas of concern, and recommended next steps
  • Comprehensive written report with advocacy recommendations
  • 60-minute consultation

Meeting Preparation & Representation

Prepared, present, and on your side at the table — whether it's a first CPSE meeting or a contested CSE eligibility case.

CPSE Meeting Support Package

Starting at $350
  • Educational review
  • Parent preparation session and strategy planning
  • Attendance and support at the CPSE meeting
  • Post-meeting summary with next steps

CSE Meeting Support Package

Starting at $450
  • Educational review
  • Parent preparation session and strategy planning
  • Attendance and support at the CSE meeting
  • Post-meeting summary with next steps

Extended Advocacy Support

Starting at $750

For cases involving eligibility disputes, placement concerns, program recommendations, transition planning, behavioral supports, or multiple meetings. Best suited for families needing ongoing or higher-level advocacy involvement beyond a single meeting or review.

Document Preparation Services

The right letter, written the right way — so the district has to respond in writing. These services may be used independently or as part of a broader advocacy plan.

Parent Request Letters

Starting at $50

Targeted written requests to school districts to support your child's educational needs.

  • Request for Evaluation
  • Request for CPSE/CSE Meeting
  • Request for Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)
  • Requests for services, supports, or accommodations

Comprehensive Advocacy Letters

Starting at $100
  • Detailed review of records
  • Customized advocacy recommendations
  • Formal correspondence to school districts

Parent Empowerment Coaching

One-on-one guidance for parents who want to understand the special education process and confidently lead their child's advocacy.

One-Hour Consultation

$150

Designed for parents seeking guidance in areas such as:

  • Understanding evaluations
  • IEP development
  • Special education processes
  • Transition planning
  • Parent rights and procedural safeguards

Multiple One-Hour Consultation Session

$100 (per session)

Designed for parents seeking guidance in areas such as:

  • Understanding evaluations
  • IEP development
  • Special education processes
  • Transition planning
  • Parent rights and procedural safeguards

CPSE / CSE Parent Bootcamp

A supportive small-group training designed to help parents feel informed, prepared, and confident before their CPSE or CSE meeting.

Whether you're preparing for your first meeting or navigating the process again, this bootcamp helps you understand what to expect, what to ask, and how to advocate effectively for your child.

Virtual Group Training

$75 / participant

In-Person Training

$100 / participant

What We Cover

  • Understanding the CPSE / CSE process from start to finish
  • Parent rights and procedural safeguards
  • How to interpret evaluations and reports
  • What makes an effective, supportive IEP
  • How to prepare for meetings with confidence
  • Practical advocacy strategies you can use immediately

You don't have to walk into the meeting unsure. You can walk in prepared, informed, and supported.

Community & Organization Training

Bridging the gap between families, schools, and systems through education, awareness, and practical strategies.

With more than 30 years of experience in special education leadership, I provide customized training and professional development designed to strengthen understanding, improve collaboration, and support meaningful family–school partnerships.

Customized workshops and professional development presentations on special education law, advocacy, family engagement, and educational planning.

Who I Serve

  • School districts
  • Administrators
  • Parent groups
  • Churches
  • Community organizations
  • Agencies
Engagement pricing customized based on scope and audience.

Topics May Include

  • Special education law and procedural safeguards
  • Understanding the CPSE / CSE process from referral to placement
  • Building effective family–school partnerships
  • Strengthening parent engagement and trust
  • Cultural responsiveness and family communication
  • Advocacy and collaborative problem-solving strategies
  • Translating complex educational processes into accessible understanding

The goal is simple: to build understanding on both sides of the table—so children receive the support they need, and families and schools move forward together with clarity and respect.

Future Planning: Bridging to Adulthood

As students prepare for life beyond school, families are often faced with important decisions about adult services, independence, education, employment, and long-term planning. While CPSE and CSE services eventually come to an end, the journey doesn't stop there.

Planning for adulthood can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Whether you're preparing for transition planning, reviewing documentation, or exploring adult service options, I'm here to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and hope.

Transition Consultation

$100

60-minute consultation

  • Review of the student's current transition plan
  • Discussion of next steps and available adult services
  • Written action checklist

Transition Readiness Review

$200

Not sure if you have the right paperwork for the next stage of your child's journey? This review helps you identify what's in place, what's missing, and what may be needed as you prepare for adult services and transition planning.

  • Review of existing evaluations and supporting documents
  • Recommendations for additional documentation, if needed
  • Personalized transition readiness checklist

Transition Application Support

Starting at $150

A one-hour consultation to help families confidently navigate the application process for transition and adult support services.

  • Understanding required documents
  • Review of application steps and timelines
  • Common mistakes to avoid
  • Opportunity to ask questions and receive personalized guidance
A Note on Access: At Always Delivering Hope, I believe every family deserves access to knowledgeable and compassionate support. Sliding-scale fees and sponsored advocacy services may be available for qualifying families based on financial need and availability. If cost is a concern, I encourage you to reach out so we can discuss your options.
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