Letter to The Parents
The recent school closures have brought about a crisis in special education. Our children are not receiving the services and instruction that they are entitled to during this crucial period. COVID-19 has also brought about a crisis in our homes as parents and...
Welcome to Finding Hope, Our H4F Blog
My name is Margaret McNair and I have been an attorney for over thirty years. There are 3 things that stir a burning passion within me: social justice, educational equity and the gospel. Before becoming a special education lawyer, I was a full-time mother to 4, now...
21 Affirmations for Parents of Special Needs Students
Battles are won and lost in the mind. Our actions, our attitudes, and our habits are based on the way that we think. Negative thoughts suck away our mental and emotional energy and actually drain away our strength. So one of the first steps to changing your...
Being Brave Enough to Say “Help Me”
Strong people do not ask for help. Don’t cry. Suck it up. Keep moving. Don’t put your dirty laundry out there for everyone to see. The list of reasons not to reach out for help goes on and on and on. Asking for help can feel really weird and awkward. Especially if you...
Steps Before Calling a Lawyer
Despite what it may seem like on TV most people don’t like to go around suing other people. It’s a hassle and most of us don’t have time to waste on petty things. But there are times when bringing in a lawyer is necessary. The question is how can you know if you have...