Undivided: Supporting Parents Raising Kids with Disabilities

02/28/2026

Caregivers of disabled children join Undivided for a lot of different reasons, but learning about financial assistance they might be missing out on is one of the most common.

Let us help you get the peace you need for your family by joining at https://www.undivided.io/iep-assistant/ today.

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Pale peach background with dark red text, “I was introduced to Undivided at a time in my life when I didn’t know what or how I would manage my granddaughter’s future based on what needs she would have, knowing our current services would end at age three, and what additional services may be available. The financial assistance that may be available, along with a team of advisers at Undivided, gave me the peace I needed. Thank you. - Undivided Member,” with Undivided logo at lower right of text.

02/28/2026

Dr. Caitlin Solone, education advocate, teacher educator, and faculty at UCLA, explains how to develop standards-based IEP goals that work for kids during this pre-recorded live event with Undivided Learning.

To learn more about standards-based goals, visit: https://undivided.io/resources/297

02/28/2026

With IEP season in full swing, we’re setting our sights on what actually makes an IEP great: it’s strength-based and has goals that are standards-aligned, generative, pivotal, inclusive, and truly meaningful for your child. That’s a mouthful! Check out this week's newsletter to unpack what all this terminology means — and how it can transform your child’s IEP.

What actually makes an IEP great? It's strength-based and has goals that are standards-aligned, inclusive, and truly meaningful for your child.

02/27/2026

It's Cal-TASH 2026 weekend, and Lindsay, Lisa, Iris, and Karen from Undivided are in attendance for the big event, "Building Bridges Breaking Barriers."

So many amazing sessions and speakers, including Pete Cervinka (Director, California Department of Developmental Services), Tim Jin (CPS II at California Department of Developmental Services), Amy Westling (Executive Director, Association of Regional Center Agencies) and Aaron Carruthers (Executive Director, California State Council on Developmental Disabilities), speaking about "Building Bridges: We All Belong to the Same Community."

So excited to be part of this incredible community!

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02/27/2026

"The key isn’t picking the “correct” phrase. It’s listening to how people describe themselves and respect that choice."

02/26/2026

Here are some reasons you'll want to know why it's important to use the label "Emotional Disability" less often.

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02/25/2026

Inclusion is so much more than being in the same room.

‘Inclusion Glimmers’ are those tiny, powerful moments that signal belonging, safety & connection for children.
As Educators, we can help create glimmers for every child, every day ❤️

02/25/2026

Ever feel like you have to separate myth from fact at an IEP meeting? Which one of these have you heard?

Save this infographic for future reference so you have the perfect response!

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Grey background with Undivided logo center top, above “Understanding the impact of Strength-Based IEPS” in black text. Below is four rows of text in colored bubbles; each row is two columns. The first column is the myth, then a colorful arrow graphic pointing at the second column, the fact. Undivided.io at bottom center.

02/25/2026

That feeling you get when you speak to another parent of a child with a disability who truly understands what you’re going through. 😍

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02/24/2026

That feeling you get when you speak to another parent of a child with a disability who truly understands what you're going through.

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Green background with green grid marks, behind a graphic of a torn paper with a small video clip of two women, seated and facing each other, speaking. “POV: You Finally Talk to Someone Who Gets it” in black font, underneath an Undivided logo.

02/23/2026

Tonight's virtual event! Restraint and Seclusion: Legal Limits and Safer Alternatives with COPAA’s CEO Denise Marshall!

02/23/2026

This isn't just a tool; it’s the greatest thing your advocacy journey has ever seen. 🔥

Stop drowning in documents and start driving the conversation. Our new IEP Assistant is here to level the playing field.

Join today at https://www.undivided.io/iep-assistant/ to check out our new IEP tool!

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