When do I need an Advocate for my child ?
How do I find the right Advocate ?
Is an Advocate really necessary?

Date: Tuesday Nov 15, 2011
Where: Boyd Community Center
1220 Powers Run Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Time: 7:00 PM

PALS welcomes Pam Cook M.Ed., ABC Advocacy Consultant.

Pam will talk about the role of an advocate. What you can expect from an advocate? Should the advocate be an attorney or a psychologist or both? Pam will answer your questions about finding and hiring an advocate.

Pam is a former teacher with a masters in special education, has authored guides related to special education and disability issues, has advised and served on many boards including the Education Law Center and various disability organizations.

Come join us for an evening of enlightenment.