The new TACA location is not far from the original office. The main door is hidden from parking lot…read morebut follow the signage. This agency offers a great community service and resource for family needing support for individuals diagnosed with autism. The staff are empathetic team members that understands, as core of most of the workforce, either personally knows or has someone in their life that is autistic.

This a wonderful resource for families with a child that has been diagnosed with Autism…read more It's a support group that provides meetings for parents to come together and be a positive support for each other. At this location, parking is not cheap; however, after hours, the gate is open on of the gates. This is the place for parents to get resources and support. For example: free legal clinic... They also hold meetings at various places in OC like at We Rock The Spectrum in Laguna Hills. More than anything it's a positive place. Please contact them and share this wonderful organization... ( Please note that they are a group that wants to cure autism. There's always two sides. Some likes autism the way it is and they just accept. Some look for answers. TACA does have a strong stance that a better diet and therapy can help. This group might not be for everyone, however, they provide other resources that can help parents navigate an IEP, therapies, etc etc etc)

No zero star option available. Too bad…read more Funny to see Melissa Reiner advertising herself as a Newport Beach business. When my family had the misfortune of dealing with her she claimed to be in Irvine. Things change but that wouldn't be the only piece of outright false claim she made. (When we first spoke she commiserated over our situation and she claimed, as a "single parent" that she had a special understanding to offer my family. At our only appointment she wore a wedding ring and spoke often about struggles she and her husband had raising their family. Should have been more of a red flag.) We had a single session with my kids who have autism spectrum and emotional dis l-regulation diagnoses respectively. We met at their grandmother's home as a neutral ground as their mom and I are no longer together. An important detail is that their grandmother wrote Ms. Reiner a check and we set a follow up appointment at my home. In the weeks between the kids left town with their mom and I cancelled, by phone, the appointment. Ms. Reiner showed up anyway and then left without any appointment taking place. The short version is that a few weeks later Ms. Reiner sued my mom, not her client, for the cancelled appointment. She has refused all requests to provide any signed contract as a basis for her suit. She sent the sheriffs to mom's (79 and recovering from surgery) to serve her bogus suit. My opinion is that since she had mom's bank details she thought she'd be able to harass her through collections. She then sent a demand for over triple the cost of the cancelled appointment (claiming costs and "interest") and is now trying to get mom's bank to pay her. Dirty business in my opinion. She will never come near my children, or any of my family, ever again. As far as her actual service? If you need someone to come by and speak condescendingly to your kids, maybe Askmelissanow is for you. In my opinion, people who seek to take money, unearned, from families with special needs kids ought to be called out.

We had an incredible experience with Melissa. She not only helped our 5 year old daughter learn how…read moreto express herself confidently but she also helped my husband and I parent as a team. It has been invaluable. Our daughter enjoyed her time with Melissa and I know Melissa will be there for our family as someone we can depend on if something else comes up down the road. Melissa is more worth it!

Very professional. I can always get an answer to all my questions. They listen without judgement…read more They have very valuable information

TASK is a nonprofit that helps families advocate for disability services and special education, as…read morewell as navigate assistive technology. Their services include 504 plans, assessment, and IEP consultations. They don't recommend placement or therapeutic procedures, but can provide legal rights information for disability harassment and filing a complaint with a state educational agency. I attended their workshops for bullying prevention and emergency preparedness to learn action steps. I like how they offer resources to encourage self-advocacy.

I contacted Jenny about support my kiddo needs which wasn't her focus area (she supports more…read morekiddos with ADHD). Instead of just letting me go, Jenny was very helpful offering me advice and referrals to other professionals who do specialize in my kiddo's need area. This is the mark of a true professional who cares are helping children. Willing to redirect business to another professional who is better suited to help that kiddo because that is in the best interest of the child. Thank you Jenny.

I can't say enough good things about Jenny and WeThrive Learning. Her knowledge, compassion for her…read morestudents, and professionalism sets her apart from other Ed. therapists. I had the pleasure of teaching alongside her for many years and have seen firsthand the commitment she has to the children in her care. She stays abreast of best practice, supporting her work with scientific strategies. I highly recommend reaching out if your child is in need of support, you won't be disappointed!

Our daughter is going to the tutoring club for college prep. Anderson has been so kind, helpful,…read morethorough and accommodating. He's customized their sessions based on her needs and she's feeling much more confident about the overall college application process/her progress. Thank you, Anderson!

They do an outstanding job! My two boys along with several…read moreof the peers have improved their grades and organization 2-3 fold since going to the Tutor Club.

KINDNESS: It's a Lincoln Thing!…read more So much more than just a school. A community hidden gem. This school is clean, friendly and hosts a wonderful staff of dedicated professionals. The principal stands out front EVERY day greeting children and parents as they arrive. AMAZING. Staff help the children learn and grow by teaching positive ROARS behavior and support philosophy. ROARS stands for: R: respect others O: own your actions A: always do your best R: responsibility S: show empathy The PTA is filled with smart and wonderful woman who help support the school and provide additional STEM Education and fun activities for the children. Very grateful to them. This school is THE BEST!

Harmful and Unfair Treatment at Lincoln Elementary School When I was 10 years old at Lincoln…read moreElementary School in Corona Del Mar, I was gifted a pair of Ivviva leggings by my grandma--a popular brand worn by many white and Asian girls at my school. Wearing them made me feel included and accepted for a brief moment. However, the school called me to the principal's office and told me to take the leggings off because my body was considered "too sexual." This was not only unfair but deeply harmful. No child should ever be sexualized or shamed for their appearance, especially when wearing the same clothing accepted on other students. To make it worse, my mom returned the leggings and gave my grandma's money back, which made me feel even more isolated and unsupported. Lincoln Elementary failed to protect me and created an environment where I felt alienated because of my body and identity. Schools should nurture and respect all children, not shame them or treat them unfairly based on their heritage or appearance. I hope this review encourages the school to reflect and improve how they support and respect every child.

Rebecca Sabatino is an exceptional advocate. She has extensive knowledge of IDEA and the IEP…read moreprocess, and she comes thoroughly prepared for every meeting. My husband and I always felt supported and confident that she truly had our son's and family's best interests at heart. Rebecca strikes the perfect balance between being calm and collaborative while also never hesitating to advocate firmly when needed. She has guided us through several very contentious IEP situations, always presenting herself in a calm, professional, and concise manner. She has supported us through some of the most challenging moments of our educational journey, and we recommend her without hesitation to any parent seeking knowledgeable and compassionate educational support.

Amazing Advocate I really enjoy working with her. She has done a lot for my son. I will never go…read moreinto another IEP without her.

It's a great organization and the founder is excellent. The organization helps people to live…read moreAutism in a positive way.

From the owner:  [I Know Autism Foundation] is committed to inspiring and supporting individuals with autism…read morethrough motivational speaking, focusing on critical issues such as suicide prevention, substance abuse awareness, and violence prevention. Our mission is to provide hope, guidance, and solutions to help autistic individuals navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop a positive outlook on life