Provides advocates trained in special education law and state regulations in both New Hampshire and Vermont regarding IEPs (Individual Education Program) as well as 504 Plans (a section of the 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973). Advocates facilitate a positive and productive collaboration between all members of the child’s special education or 504 team that includes parents and all the school staff.

Disability Rights Center-NH (DRC-NH) provides information, referral, advice, legal representation, and advocacy to people with disabilities. DRC-NH is a statewide organization, independent from state government and service providers.

The Educational Surrogate Parent Program provides educationally disabled children, throughout the state, who need special education and their parent(s) or guardian is unknown or unavailable, or after reasonable efforts cannot be located or the child is in custody or guardianship of the state, with an educational surrogate parent to act as the child’s educational decision-maker in the special education process.

Services offered to refugees and immigrants with employment authorization documents seeking help with: Employment Social services/case management, English as a Second Language (ESOL), Naturalization preparation, Referrals to medical providers and community mental health centers, Enrolloment in Medicaid, SNAP and other public benefits, Vaccinations, Drivers Licenses, Legal assistance, Public school enrollment

NEC provides training and technical assistance, disseminates information regarding evidenced-based practices, provides parent training and networking activities, and collaborates with local and state agencies serving children who are deafblind or at-risk.