My experience was amazing. Kind of long at the beginning but they truly handle all of the work so it's worth it. Vanessa prepped me so well, and was very patient and kind when it came to me disclosing all of my child's concerns to be sure I was able to properly address them with the social worker during the in home visit. Olivia was very communicative in the paperwork process and got it done very quick! I'm so happy we were able to secure these hours for my son so that his needs are all met. Vanessa, again, I want to express the biggest thank you. You helped me answer all of my questions and took your time making sure I understood the home visit, and how to explain my child's needs. I couldn't have done it without you, truly! Thank you American Advocacy and Vanessa, thank you from the bottom of our hearts read more

American Advocacy Group is the best! Vanessa Reyna worked with me this year, and with her expert guidance, the entire process was smooth and quick. Her advice was invaluable, and she made everything much easier to navigate. I highly recommend Vanessa and American Advocacy Group for your meeting needs. -- Laura read more

I had a great experience working with Hari Lima at American Advocacy Group. She helped my family navigate my son's IHSS case and was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and supportive throughout the entire process. These systems can be very confusing, but Hari took the time to explain everything clearly and made sure we understood each step along the way. Thanks to her guidance, we were able to secure Protective Supervision for my son, which has made a huge difference for our family. Hari was always professional, responsive, and genuinely cared about helping us get the support we needed. If you're a parent trying to navigate IHSS services or Protective Supervision, I highly recommend reaching out to Hari and the American Advocacy Group. We're very grateful for her help. read more

It's been years since my original review, and nothing has changed-except the damage they've done. This company is still preying on vulnerable families, especially parents of children with disabilities, and it breaks my heart to know they're getting away with it. They wrap themselves in the language of "help" and "advocacy," but what they're really doing is harvesting people's desperation. They're not a support system-they're a financial trap. The debt they tried to attach to me has now ballooned to over $15,000. Thankfully, that stain will finally be removed in April 2026 after nearly seven years. But the spiritual and emotional toll? That doesn't disappear from a credit report. If you're a parent trying to care for your child and manage disability services, please trust your instincts. You don't need a gatekeeper. You don't need to sign away your power. And you don't need a company that sees your child's diagnosis as a cash opportunity. The fact that they're still operating tells me everything I need to know about how broken the system is. But you can still protect yourself. This company is slick. Calculated. And demonic in how they target the most sacred bond-a parent trying to care for their child. Let this be your warning. read more

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I had an amazing experience with Ms. Hari Lima at the American Advocacy Group. She has been super knowledgeable, approachable and friendly through the process of getting IHSS for my son. She has been very supportive and has explained every step and guided me through the process to reach the results. I highly recommend her. read more

At the beginning, Lynn Thompson was very passionate and sounding very encouraging and helpful. She was saying that we deserve to get a help, and that we will receive what we deserve. The call always lasted very long, frequently went off topic. I honestly felt like I had to tolerate that part, since I am getting a big help. I paid the initial fee for the client's side of "commitment" (according to them) and signed the contract. She called me and sent me a lot of text messages, very proactively pushing me to finish signing the contract and pay. It took a very long time of my day on every call with her(pretty much mostly a casual talk). I am a very busy mom like everybody else, and my son has a disability. I have a lot of things to do to keep up with the community, but spent a long time communicating with her, since the agent really liked to chat. However, after I made the payment and signed the contract, all the text messages and calls stopped. It took next agent, Hari, to reach out to me over a month. Gradually they let me know that it is hard to get PS approval for my son's case. If I knew that case is difficult to be approved, I would have never spent my money on the "commitment fee" and spent time on this, like hours of my day where I could have spent time on my life, which I never get to have, due to my family situation. I'd say for some people it is a real help, but for someone like our family, we were just a target for them to gain the initial fee. We did not get any help but gave them hours and they took our money and that was it. I spoke to Hari, and she was honest about the case, which I felt better about her being at least honest, not like Lynn. I asked her that I need to talk to their supervisor. I didn't want to talk to Lynn because she seems to be not responsible, and has no authorization for anything. Hari's supervisor Heidi has left a voice message while I was working, so I called her back three times, but it seems like I am no longer a priority because I paid initial fee and they can't exploit anything more from us. They NEVER called me back after that. Bottom line, I need to warn people who is planning on getting a help from here, or any advocate: Some people are eligible, and some people are obviously not eligible. It is better to ask around different advocates to hear different and HONEST opinion about eligibility. If you're not eligible to be approved for PS but if the advocate group says that you are, IT'S A FRAUD. They are not on your side. THERE IS A COMMITMENT FEE, and if there is no commitment on their end, I wonder what that payment was for. No dah, it's just the way for them to get profit. Please be careful and don't waste your precious time. And please don't try to hurt us, American Advocacy Group, if you can't help, leave us alone, please. We are not paying money to fund you. read more

Thank you so, so much to Adrianna! I applied for IHSS Protective Supervision for my 11-year-old non-verbal autistic son, and was denied. I saw an advertisement somewhere stating that American advocacy group could help me appeal this decision. So I immediately reached out to American Advocacy Group and was connected with Adrianna Gonzalez -- and I am beyond grateful that I did. Adrianna was able to get 195 hours of Protective Supervision approved for my son! Not only did she get the hours approved, but she was professional, respectful, and incredibly thorough throughout the entire process. She walked me through everything step by step and made me feel confident and comfortable going into the state hearing. I can't thank you enough, Adrianna. You truly made a life-changing difference for our family! read more

I cannot express enough how grateful and appreciative I am of American Advocacy Group and the support I received throughout my case. Before finding them, I tried to handle my hearing on my own and unfortunately didn't get the outcome I hoped for. It was stressful, overwhelming, and honestly discouraging. Everything changed once I reached out to American Advocacy Group. They listened, supported me, guided me through every step, and treated my situation with the seriousness and compassion it deserved. As my hearing representative, they worked tirelessly and made sure my voice and my child's needs were finally heard. Thanks to them, my child and I received the justice we had been fighting for. The outcome of this case has made a huge difference in our lives, and I'm forever thankful for their dedication, professionalism, and kindness. If you're struggling, confused, or feel like you're fighting this system alone--don't. Reach out to American Advocacy Group. They truly care, and they truly make a difference. read more

I highly recommend American Advocacy Group! I just had my son's yearly reassessment and it went so well! I spoke with Vanessa Reyna and she was so kind, knowledgeable, and very professional. Weeks before my appointment, she helped me understand and prepare for the reassessment. Vanessa was great at communication and responding to my questions and concerns, which helped ease my nerves. She was kind and understanding and was there for me until the case worker left my home. Without a doubt, I don't think the assessment would of gone so well if she had not prepared me ahead of time. Please don't hesitate to call them for help, I am so grateful for this advocacy group. read more

I really appreciate everything they have done for our family. They helped me fight IHSS for the hours that my daughter deserves. They helped me win my IHSS case for PS hours. Vanessa also helped assisted me with my annual review that went found fantastic. Highly recommend. read more

I am so happy I came across this company!! Hari was extremely helpful and knowledgeable!!! Always willing to help and answer all my questions and concerns!!! David is understanding and willing to work with you!! Thank you Hari and David for being exceptional! I would recommend you guys over and over and over again!!!! read more

I want to express my sincere gratitude to American Advocay Group especially to Ms. Hari for her exceptional help, guidance and patience throughout our interactions. Their team efforts have played a crucial role in helping us getting the maximum hours of Protective benefit for our son who has been diagnosed with autism and I am genuinely appreciative of all their efforts efforts. Elain M read more

The customer service representative who called my mom was rude and unpleasant to her. My mom was trying to get help, but the lady was nasty and ended up hanging up in my mom's face. I will not be going through with this service. They are terrible read more

I came across American Advocacy Group online. I needed some help and guidance to help me apply for IHSS for my son 5 year old son who is diagnosed with Autism Level 5. I would highly recommend American Advocacy Group because they have guided me me through every step of the way. They are professional, knowledgeable, they provided documents ready to go for me, they are really amazing at explaining things. All my questions were answered . They are really great at communication whether it was by phone call, email, or a text. David is such an awesome representative !!! I am glad I had him to represent my case. 2 thumbs up for him and also for the whole team. Good job Rachel, B. Ramirez and everyone else. They all work so hard ! I am extremely satisfied! Keep up the great work Team America Advocacy Group. Diana Saengdara read more

everything they said they were going to do for me they 100 percent did exactly what they said they were going to do thank you for everything . read more

I was just sitting here thinking to myself how grateful and thankful I am for this company and realized I never gave them a review. They worked with me 7 years ago when ihss continuously denied my Autistic son benefits and American advocacy group fought for my child and we won. If it wasnt for them I'd still be struggling trying to work and take my son around town for therapy while taking care of my other child. Now I can stay home with my kids and give my full attention to helping me Autistic son. I don't know if Elena is still there but you were sooooo sweet and supportive through out this whole process. I can't thank you enough read more

I recently had the pleasure of working with Hari Lima and Rachel Rosecrans at the American Advocacy Group and wanted to share my wonderful experience. Hari Lima and Rachel Rosecrans are absolutely stellar and knowledgeable who helped me throughout the IHSS process and answered my many questions I had regarding the process. I am truly grateful for their continued support; I am forever grateful! Their professionalism and attention to detail were exemplary throughout the IHSS process. Overall, I am truly impressed at their dedication and proficiency in ensuring that we received all the hours deserved. I look forward to always work with them, and I highly recommend them to anyone in process of the IHSS program. Lastly, if I could give them 10 stars on here - I WOULD! They are the best. Many thanks, American Advocacy Group!! read more

A friend recommended American Advocacy Group as they were helping her acquire IHSS services. A quick consultation over the phone with Frank, assured us we were a good candidate for their services. Like any other BUSINESS they work for a fee. It is in their best interest to get you as many hours as possible, as it increases their payment amount. This is a one time fee, that is paid after you receive your ihss payments. It is worth every penny! We tried to get Ihss years ago and were told by the actual ihss company we wouldnt qualify for much because our son was too young. I wish I would have known then about protective service hours. Anyway, many different people within AAG helped us along our way. The process is long. It took 5 months for us to finally get paid from Ihss, but that was not the fault of AAG. They actually would call me and encourage me to check in regarding my case, and it was from that call my case was expedited. I wish I would have known about their services years ago when I was considering applying back then. We were awarded way more hours than any of us had expected. So nice to have someone help prepare us, and be there throughout the entire process. Thank you all for your help. Looking forward to using you for assistance with conservatorships read more

Thank to the lawyer of SSI Vanessa for helping me on my daugther case I really will tell my frenada and family if they need help for SSI to call you guys. read more

So I'm not gonna lie, I was really iffy about going with this company cause I read other reviews about having high fees, which that part isn't wrong. BUT, this company is legit. Olivia and Bernice were so helpful, full of information I needed and Bernice prepped me well and helped a lot during the assessment appointment. I got approved and couldn't be more relieved. read more

Quiero hagradeser a esté grupo de American Advocacy Group por su gran halluda pero muy especial mente.a la Srta.Olivia Calderon que a sido con la que e tratado y me a dado su valiosa y gran halluda read more

I didn't even get to the free consult and this place was shady. Didn't want to give me transparent pricing information unless over the phone. Who doesn't send written price info? Then I told them I was not interested and would have regional help me. They claimed regional center can't help me... showing how little they know. Wow this place is shady. Then Lin repeatedly texted me almost to the point of harassment. I told them not to contact me anymore. This place is predatory. Stay far away. Go to disability rights california- they are free. read more

Amazing company! Highly recommended. I received a smooth 6 month process and great customer service. I will definitely utilize their services again and now have peace of mind that I will have the support needed when facing the IHSS system. read more

I read the mixed reviews of American Advocacy Group. I choose to give them the benefit of the doubt and have them assist with obtaining increase IHSS hours. Last month I raised an eyebrow to a remark Mr. Frank expressed. I did not address it but in retrospect I should have. Today I texted Ms. Olivia and she was slow to respond to my text. I have lived long enough to know when business individuals are avoiding contact. Usually Ms. Olivia is prompt in returning my texts and / or phone calls. She did not respond by text for 2 1/2 hours later. I did not understand the text so I asked her to call me. She called me approximately 5 minutes later. I asked her to clarify the reply text. At this point Ms. Olivia seemed to have selective memory regarding our 1st conversation earlier this month. I told Ms. Olivia effective today to cease all work on my IHSS case and refund my money I paid... Ms. Olivia asked me to put this request in writing and forward it to her. I did. About 4:50 p.m. Mr. Frank called me. I reinterated I no longer desire thier assistant to Advocate on my behalf and ended the conversation. I am sharing my experience about this organization so others can make an informed decision to have them or not to advocate on thier behalf. Mr. Frank and Ms. Olivia changed thier stories from the 1st time I spoked with them. If you choose AAG to advocate on your behalf. Proceed with caution , put everything in writing, dates , times take notes , names of individual spoked with and retain copies of all documents for your records. read more

I was introduced to American Advocacy Group through a parent at my daughter's school. My daughter has a rare chromosome defect and I was having issues with our social worker from IHSS to get the hours my daughter greatly needed. Everyone who helped me on our case was kind and extremely helpful. I never felt overwhelmed or frustrated because they helped me through out the entire process. I very grateful to America Advocacy Group and I have recommended this organization to other parents at my daughters school. read more

i don't know where to start The American Advocacy literally are Angels on earth . What they did for my daughter and her disabilities and our life is priceless. I wanna say please don't listen when other people say you can do Everything by yourself! That is not true there is so much knowledge and power in having an Advocate and specifically the American Advocacy ! They not only got my daughter in home support services , they made sure she got the hours she deserved and support Financially that has changed oir life in the most positive way . It is very important to understand how stressful and disappointing things can be without the right team advocating for you . Thank you so much American Advocacy For standing strong for us getting us life changing benefits and being there for our yearly appointments making sure things are done right and in our best interest read more

Bernice Ramirez was very professional and resourceful, She listened to our needs and was able to advocate for the services we needed.

So its a long story, my father got cancer in his spine, it caused a growth or tumor which also caused a fracture. he was in allot of pain, cant care for himself n I had to move in and take care of him. I have a job and a girlfriend and a life of my own. So this new change was extremely sudden and unexpected. I was so lost. No idea what I could do. I googled some stuff and skimmed a link saying something about leave ur info and someone will call u in 24 hours. Then i get the call from Arleen Jimenez. The Case Manager. I still knew nothing about who i gave my info to or what there company did. She was amazing. I can honestly say that she was without question, the best customer service ive ever had. Thats not her job. Shes not customer service, I called trying to find answers I didnt have questions for yet. She emailed me what I needed. She sent me forms, gave me advice, info, instructions, she gave me peace of mind. Then she told me if I have any questions, I can call her directly, text her, email her n gave me all her contact info... I cant thank her enough for that. She did the extra and went out of her way to help someone thats not even her client. I would ABSOLUTELY recommend this company. And i know it doesnt work this way, But if Arleen Jimenez employer happens to read this, maybe consider her for something more? She seems like the type that can make a difference. More money is nice too Riley read more

Last year I applied for IHSS 24 hour supervisions but was denied. I appealed it on my own and lost the case. I found American Advocacy on google and yelp and it was a god sent. They are so knowledgeable at what they do and helped me appeal and won the case. They guided me through the whole process and did all the filing. David the lawyer was the best. He helped prepare me for our court date and did most of the talking. I would have lost for sure without David and his expertise. Elena and Bernice always called and guided and updated me with status. Best of all they only charge if we win the case. There is an small upfront fee but worth every dollar. I quit my job to take care of my son who is severely autistic. Winning the case has help relived me from worrying whether i needed to go back to work which I feel was impossible. read more

I went to american advocacy about 2 yrs ago to get help for my daughter jennie that has autism. They have been amazing, i dont know how i could have gotten the help i got with out them. Rania, Bernice and Rachel have been awesome. If i need them they are literally a phone call away. If you have a child with a disability i highly recommend getting in touch with these people. Thank you again to Rania, Bernice, and Rachel for all your time patience and understanding. Lisa read more

This company was supposed to be the help needed to care better for my son, instead I had to spend time collecting reports and making additional appointments with my sons doctor and therapist. Why do they have you fill out a form to give them authority to collect data from providers if they make you collect it and send it to them yourself? They abandoned my case right before the appeal. They disappeared and would not return my calls. Later they called, apologized and said they would make things right for me. I brought up how our contract had expired and they said they would still help me through the process. Although my son had already been granted 8hours, I had not been paid for a whole year, any of those hours,another problem they said they'd fix and never did. The day of my appeal the hours were incresead but I would get back pay for 5 months not the 18 months I had been waiting. So I paid the initial charge and the hour charge for getting 8hrs. The judge said that I would not get paid from the initial application date because I had failed to provide new reports. I had provided sets of new reports but apparently David didn't know or they weren't sent to the social worker. Now they are sending me another bill! They said they would make things right and NEVER brought up new charges until a month and a half after I was awarded an increase in hours. Please, please read the reviews!!! AAG make promises they shouldn't!!! Make sure you have written proof because they will take your money even if they hurt your case. read more

I'm very grateful I came across AAG. Bernice took the time and was patient spoke in Spanish which made me feel comfortable. She helped me and guide me on what I would be dealing with. I highly recommend reaching out and seeing what help you may be able to get for your child. read more

American Advocacy Group always show up to any disability related event. Their booth is always inviting and full of information. They are quick to reach out to the community and truly connect with every person present at the event. The merchandise is always new and given generously. Events are great when AAG is there! read more

I gave them 1 star because I had to to write the review. They don't deserve that. I hired them to help with my case and it was big mistake! They were all about the money. Which should have been my first red flag. They kept claiming I had a really good case and the day before our phone court hearing I was told I didn't have one. They kept returning calls until I paid them. After I paid I basically had to call and keep harassing them and threaten to speak to the manger before I was called back. No one should ever use this company. When I first called about their service I declined and then had someone call me back saying it was big mistake. I would never ever recommend this company to anyone. read more

I highly recommend American Advocacy to all the parents of autistic individuals. They made the entire ihss process go smooth and without stress for me. They successfully assisted me in obtaining approval for the maximum hours. From start to finish, AA's caring, compassionate and very knowledgable staff were there at every phase, at every step of the way. They were always guiding me with what was needed. If ever I had questions, they were prompt with clear and concise responses. I am grateful to American Advocacy for their kindhearted staff:Rania, Cynthia, Rachel, Jonathan, and most especially Nora who gave me such strong support and advocacy during our main ihss interview. God bless you all for your support and kindness! read more

I filled out the form to be contacted. Was told I would receive a email regarding my case. I never received an email. I called back, I re-filled out the form on their website to be contacted again and nothing. Not sure why they ghosted my son and I but I had no inclinations they were not going to contact us or ignore us. Very strange and disappointing read more

American Advocacy Group are very professional. They have been totally helpful with their services. They guide you throughout the whole process to get the help you need to be there for your loved one, in my case that is. I'm home providing the best care for my own child with special needs. Thank you AAG, such a Blessing. (Bernice Ramirez) read more

I have an adult autistic and blind son, a neighbor referred me to American Advocacy and I contacted them. They helped me with all the paper work forms and came to my home for interviews. The helped and assisted me for 9 months and always promptly returned my calls and emails until my case was active. If you want the best professional service I highly recommend American Advocacy. They are like family supporting your every need, I still contact them when I have questions with time sheets and they never hesitate to help. If you want the very best call American Advocacy. read more

The advocates at AAG go above and beyond their job descriptions. They are educated and passionate about where they work. AAG is an office that can communicate with clients that may speak a different language, such as; Spanish and Arabic. The office itself is welcoming and feels like home. If you know anyone with a mental or physical disability, I would recommend contacting American Advocacy Group to help explain your entitlements through the state. read more

Bernice was very informative with my Ihss questions I had in regards to my Child she also informed me of Iep service AAG has Available I recommend highly Am erican Advocacy group read more