here is a reply i received to a similar post
"I've been where you are. Hate to tell you, but the deeper you dig, the madder you will become.
There are a lot of ways you can help parents in your community, but I'll also tell you that the school district will frown upon it.
National organizations such an NAMI, NICHY, The Arch, FFCMH, etc., have State headquarters and Chapters located throughout the State. Many offer parent trainings. Who knows -- you might even want to open your own Chapter after you learn the ropes.
Som additional resources for you:
Parent Training and Information Centers and Community Parent Resource Centers
http://www.taalliance.org/centers/index.htm
Yellow Pages for Kids with Disabilities with-Wrights Law:
http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/
Your regional OSEP office would be a good resource also."
