Family To Family Network
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June 29, 2012
Family 2 Family is a unique resource available to families unlike any other organization. They have identified a variety of needs for families of children with disabilities across a wide variety of ages and ability levels, and have developed and provided training and support to address each. F2F is an organization that I routinely consult with for needed information. They have a high degree of expertise and are always able to assist or point me towards additional resources. I commonly refer parents to F2F.
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How does this organization compare with others in the same sector?
Very Well
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
Will you recommend this organization to others?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
June 26, 2012
Upon realizing we were going to move from out of state to Katy, TX, we contacted F2F regarding special education services in the Katy area for out high functioning Autistic child. Immediately, we got straightforward, realistic details on how things were in the area school districts (lingo, budgeting, etc.), what services to avoid and tons of information that helped us advocate for our child. Insteading of feeling clueless, we felt like we had a fair grasp on a new and complex special education system.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
A lot
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
June 21, 2012
F2F is a fabulous resource for families AND other professionals. I am new to the Houston area and recently attended a talk by Mary Jane. She is a dynamic speaker and gave a very helpful talk. I've been in the field for a long time, so there's not much that I haven't heard, but she managed to present a new and interesting topic. I will use her insights time and time again. Thank you for being such a champion in our field!
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How does this organization compare with others in the same sector?
Quite well
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
Will you recommend this organization to others?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
June 18, 2012
This has been an awesome resource for much needed information. They have also been able to provide us with special event vouchers to help my child participate on events that he would otherwise not be able to currently attend. Very happy with this service :)
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
June 16, 2012
A Family to Family Network workshop was my first introduction to IDEA. Not only was the presentation very informative, but during that one meeting I met members of their organization who have helped me numerous times with education issues regarding my special needs son. They are an essential resource for parents of special needs children who attend public schools in this community. The staff of Family to Family Network have expertise that can only be gained through years of experience and lots of effort on their part in working to understand IDEA, as well as the state and other resources available to families. Through their efforts the educational opportunities for many special needs children in our area have been significantly improved.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
June 14, 2012
Family to Family has been providing a high quality variety of needed services in the Houston area for over a decade. They were one of the first resources that I turned to for help with my son with autism when he was first Dx'd 11 years ago. Over the years I have used them in variety of ways: attending events when my kids were young; going through the Disability Leadership training; getting spot advice when I was in a pinch with the school; being matched to an older couple through the Family Friends program (no longer funded) and networking with other families. Now they produce the best special needs monthly calendar in the city of Houston-- I regularly forward it to professionals who are looking for resources for their client families. I also regularly forward the website for Texas Project First--the only website for parents written by parents. They will make sure any of funding is put to excellent use in direct service of families who need help.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
June 14, 2012
Family 2 Family is without a doubt a needed and valuable asset to the many families with children who have unique and special needs. Most importantly, keep in mind that the effort put forth by F2F supports the entire community, as the foundation of the organization assists parents in raising independent adults who contribute to society. Without the efforts of F2F the entire community will experience the negative impact due to the loss of such a wonderfully supportive organization. There is not enough time or room on this post to list all the many positive ways F2F makes an impact on the community it serves. I am immensely thankful to F2F staff and board members. Robin Rettie, Lighthouse Learning & Resource www.LHlearningresource.com
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How does this organization compare with others in the same sector?
Very Well
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
Will you recommend this organization to others?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
June 14, 2012
Family 2 Family Network has provided me with the power of knowledge. I understand my child's academic rights thanks to trainings, conferences and seminars that were sponsored by Family 2 Family Network. I also reference the Texas Project FIRST website to answer any of my further questions. I am proud to say that I am a Parent Advocate for my two girls and I always try to help others (the best to my knowledge) by educating new parents of children with disabilities. I have Family 2 Family Network to thank for making me a better and stronger person for my children.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization beyond what is required of board members?
Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
Will you tell others about this organization?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 2, 2010
Family to Family Network has helped my family become better aware of our rights within the school district. We are parents of two special needs children whom were struggling academically until Family to Family helped guide us in the right direction. Now, with the right modifications in place, our children are successful in their school environment. Thanks, Family to Family Network!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
watching my chidlren grow academically.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I really would not change a thing.
May 31, 2009
Family 2 Family Network has gone far and beyond the call of duty! If I need any advice when it comes to school meetings to therapies that would best suit my child, F2F network is there to lend a helping hand... FREE of charge! It's like having my own free legal advocate who does the research for me prior to school meetings and therapy sessions. Thank you, Family 2 Family Network!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
researching laws that can help a parent during the ARD meeting process.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
having my own free child advocate just a phone call away.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
parents of other children with disabilities that understand our lifestyle and what trials and tribulations we go through on an everyday basis.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
force school districts to uphold the Individual Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to it's highest degree of standards.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
June 14, 2012
Family to Family has provided me and my community with a plethora of helpful information and resources. I look forward to attending their workshops and annual Special Education Parent & Resource Fair. Their willness to provide assistance at low or no cost to parents struggling with issues related to having a child/love-one with a disability is key.
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Was your donation impactful?
Definitely
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Definitely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
June 14, 2012
I have a daughter with special needs and I got such a great help when I was going thru a very difficult time with my daughter’s school.
Family to Family organization helped me by:
- Listening attentively to my problems and concerns
- Providing great guidance on steps to follow and options that I had at the time
- Putting me in contact with other people that could help.
Many thanks!!!!
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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