We are hopeful that this blog will provide opportunities for families to connect to each other as well as, to service providers (and vice versa).

Each child is different and each family is presented with a unique set of circumstances. However, in sharing our ‘unique’ experiences, we realize that we are not alone and we can assist each other in navigating through unchartered territory.

Because Los Angeles is so vast, it is impossible to create a comprehensive list of private service providers (advocacy attorneys, educational advocates, physical therapists, occupational therapists, etc) that we can recommend on our website. For this reason, Malena’s blog becomes a great place to make personal recommendations to other families in our communities.

I will begin by sharing the amazing individuals that helped my daughter…

Pacific Palisades/West Los Angeles/San Fernando Valley

Physical Therapist (*makes home visits). Larry Sulham. MS, RPT (661-253-1751 / lmsulham@aol.com)

Occupational Therapist (*makes home visits). Debra Shiroma. OT / Bright Beginnings (310-748-3897/ otdebra@aol.com)

Toddler Groups. Village Arts. (310-454-4245 / www.villageartscenter.com)

Special Education Attorney. Valerie Gilpeer/NAVLAW (818-990-7722 / www.navlaw.net)

Special Education Advocate/Acquired Brian Injury Specialist. Sharon Grandinette, M.S. Ed. / Helping Kids Brains (310-465-0201 / helpingkidsbrains.com)

Music Lessons Ann Pittel / Cornerstone Music Conservatory (310-586-7403 / musicorner@aol.com)

Therapeutic Horseback Riding Anne Zolla / Freedomriders (310-994-5449 / freedomriders1@gmail.com)