Kids & Family
Learn how to become an awesome advocate for your child. Stacy-Ann Whitton, early intervention coordinator, shares 7 steps with parents. 1. Learn as much as you can. 2. Organize for success. 3. Document everything. 4. Connect with other parents. 5. Know your child’s strengths and share them with healthcare providers and educators. 6. Understand your child’s rights. 7. Don’t give up. While her advice stems from her experience working with kids with chronic health needs, developmental delays and disabilities, what she shares applies to any parent wanting to improve their child’s health. These tips can also apply to your child’s education as well. Resources shared in this episode: Family Support Network - https://www.fsn-oc.org/ Area Health Education Center (AHEC) - https://www.nationalahec.org/ Interagency Community Council - https://beearly.nc.gov/index.php/icc/icc