Education
Special education expert to talk to adoptive families
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Sep 3, 2010 - 5:29 AM

“Special Education Law and How to Advocate for Your Child” is the topic of a presentation by Dr. Orv Karan, a licensed psychologist with over 35 years of experience in special education. The program, which is open to the public and free of charge, is scheduled for Saturday, September 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Family Services Woodfield, 475 Clinton Avenue in Bridgeport.

The program focuses on how schools can support adopted children who qualify for special education services. In addition to a broad overview of the topic, Dr. Karan will discuss special education laws and specific services schools are required to provide on behalf of students with learning challenges. Dr. Karan also will talk about advocating for these children within local school systems.

The program is sponsored by the Adoption Assistance Program at the University of Connecticut Health Center. Family & Children’s Agency of Norwalk provides services to families in Fairfield County through the program. For reservations, call the Adoption Assistance Program office at 860-679-4006.

Family and Children’s Agency is a non-profit family service organization serving the needs of more than 10,000 individuals – including children, adults and families – throughout Fairfield County and beyond. Skilled professionals serve clients in seven impact areas: youth development, family strengthening, foster care, adoption, behavioral health, homeless services, and services for seniors. For more information, go to www.FamilyandChildrensAgency.org.

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