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504 Plan Advocacy & Support Services

504 plans are designed to ensure students with disabilities receive the accommodations and support they need for equal access to education under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

At Advocacy for Education, we help families confidently navigate 504 plans, understand their rights, and partner with schools to ensure accommodations are meaningful, appropriate, and implemented.

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What Is a 504 Plan Advocate?

A 504 plan advocate is someone who:

  • Helps you understand what a 504 plan is and how it works
  • Guides you through eligibility discussions
  • Prepares you for 504 meetings
  • Ensures your child’s accommodations are properly outlined and implemented
  • Supports you at school meetings to ensure your voice is heard

Whether it’s your child’s first 504 plan meeting, a review, or a challenge with implementation, our advocates are here to help.

Why Work With an Advocate?

Understand Your Rights

Prepare for Meetings

Attend & Support

Monitor Implementation

Why Families Trust Us

We’ve worked with families across Illinois to strengthen their children’s IEPs and 504 plans, and ensure schools are held accountable. Our advocates are experienced, empathetic, and deeply committed to student success.

What to Expect Next

Listen to your concerns

Review your child’s current accommodations, records, or evaluations

Develop a plan for school meetings

Support you through preparation and attendance

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan?

A 504 plan provides accommodations and modifications to ensure access to education without changing curriculum, while an IEP includes specialized instruction and tailored services under IDEA.

Yes — a 504 advocate can prepare you for meetings and attend to help you communicate effectively with school staff.