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Working with Dr. Allison Hernandez was one of the greatest blessings for my family during our special education journey. From the very beginning, she made me feel supported, heard, and empowered.

Working with Dr. Allison Hernandez was one of the greatest blessings for my family during our special education journey. From the very beginning, she made me feel supported, heard, and empowered. Before meeting her, I often felt overwhelmed and uncertain walking into Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) meetings. With Dr. Hernandez by my side, I gained the confidence to advocate for my son because I knew I had someone incredibly knowledgeable and compassionate supporting us every step of the way.

She went above and beyond to ensure my son received the services, evaluations, and support he deserved. Her professionalism, expertise, and genuine kindness are unmatched. She took the time to explain every part of the process, answered every question with patience, and always made my family's best interests her priority.

I can honestly say that I would not have navigated this journey with the same confidence without her. The impact she has had on my son's education and on our family is something I will always be grateful for. Thank you, Dr. Hernandez, for being such an incredible advocate and for giving families like mine hope when we need it most.

With heartfelt gratitude,
D.P.
Parent · shared with permission

She goes above and beyond to ensure families feel heard, supported, and equipped to advocate for their children.

Working with Dr. Allison Hernandez was truly invaluable during my child's special education journey. She took the time to review evaluations, explain every step of the CPSE/CSE process, and helped me understand my rights as a parent so I could make informed decisions with confidence.

Whenever I had questions or felt uncertain, she was always available to provide clear, honest guidance. She helped me prepare decisions for my child. I am incredibly grateful for her dedication and highly recommend Always Delivering Hope, LLC to any parent seeking knowledgeable, compassionate, and trustworthy advocacy. She goes above and beyond to ensure families feel heard, supported, and equipped to advocate for their children.

Thank you, you are truly a godsend and so thankful to have you in my life.

J-L.B.
Parent · shared with permission

Most importantly, Dr. Hernandez gave me the confidence to advocate for my son. With her expertise, encouragement, and unwavering support, I felt prepared to approach the school district, ask informed questions, and request the services my son needed to succeed.

I cannot recommend Dr. Allison Hernandez highly enough. Her guidance has been invaluable in helping me advocate for my son's special educational needs throughout what can often be an overwhelming process. From the very beginning, Dr. Hernandez empowered me with the knowledge and confidence I needed to effectively communicate with our school district. She helped me draft thoughtful, professional emails that clearly expressed my concerns and requests, ensuring my son's needs were heard and taken seriously.

She also recommended the specific evaluations and testing that were necessary to gain a complete understanding of my son's strengths and challenges. Once the evaluations were completed, Dr. Hernandez took the time to thoroughly explain the results, helping me understand what they meant and how they could be used to support appropriate educational services and accommodations.

Most importantly, Dr. Hernandez gave me the confidence to advocate for my son. With her expertise, encouragement, and unwavering support, I felt prepared to approach the school district, ask informed questions, and request the services my son needed to succeed. Her compassion, knowledge, and dedication have made an incredible difference for our family. I am deeply grateful for her guidance and would wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Allison Hernandez to any parent navigating the special education process.

A.K.
Parent · shared with permission

Every parent navigating special education needs someone like Dr. Hernandez in their corner. She is truly a light during what can feel like a very dark and confusing time. Her expertise, compassion, and unwavering advocacy gave me confidence and hope when I didn't know where to turn.

Meeting Dr. Allison Hernandez at Always Delivering Hope LLC was truly a blessing for my family. I thank God for bringing her into our lives when we needed her most.

My child was struggling with ADHD and dyslexia, and I felt overwhelmed by the IEP process. I had very little understanding of special education or how to advocate for my child. Walking into meetings filled with professionals was intimidating, and I often felt lost.

Dr. Hernandez changed everything. She came into our IEP meetings with knowledge, wisdom, and a calm presence that immediately shifted the direction of the conversation. Even during moments when I became emotional or frustrated, she remained composed, reassuring, and focused on what my child needed. She empowered me by helping me understand my rights, the process, and the services my child deserved.

Every parent navigating special education needs someone like Dr. Hernandez in their corner. She is truly a light during what can feel like a very dark and confusing time. Her expertise, compassion, and unwavering advocacy gave me confidence and hope when I didn't know where to turn.

Our family is incredibly grateful for everything she has done. I wholeheartedly recommend Always Delivering Hope LLC to any parent seeking guidance, advocacy, and someone who will genuinely fight for their child's success. Her work is making a real difference in the lives of families, and our family will always be thankful for her support.

H. M.
Parent of a Student Receiving Special Education Services · shared with permission

About 2 years ago I reached out to ADH concerning my son. He was showing signs of autism, lack of expression/speech and I had concerns about his development.

About 2 years ago I reached out to ADH concerning my son. He was showing signs of autism, lack of expression/speech and I had concerns about his development. ADH talked with me about my son, mapped out a plan and continues to advocate for my son to this present day. ADH was present at our CPSE meetings. We were awarded special schooling/support which is a direct result from ADH efforts.

As parents we really didn't know what options we had but after speaking with ADH we had everything we needed to help move our son in the right direction. If you have concerns regarding your child's development I highly recommend reaching out to ADH. They will take care of your child as if it were their own.

J.A.C.
Parent of a preschool student · shared with permission