INDIVIDUAL BEST INTEREST ADVOCACY
Martha is the single
mother of her thirteen-year-old adopted son, Jason.
Prior to being adopted by Martha, Jason suffered extreme
neglect. Today, Jason suffers from reactive attachment
disorder, among other developmental delays and behavioral
problems. For years, Martha has fought for the mental
health services that her son was entitled to by law,
and for years she was ignored. Martha knew that if
things didn't change soon, hopes for her son's future
would continue to dim. With Jason’s
Council for Children’s Rights best interest advocate
by her side, Martha met with officials. Together they
outlined a plan to help her son succeed. Now he receives
the services he is entitled to, and Martha reports
that Jason brought home an all A and B report card
and has joined a scout troop.
Our Individual Best Interest
Advocacy program helps 4,000 children like Jason
every year. Our advocates are systems experts who work
hard to assure that children receive the services — whether
special education, mental health, or whatever service
a particular child may need. |
