MY Advocacy LLC

MY Advocacy LLC provides supportive advocacy services to families residing in Chester County, Delaware County, and Montgomery County, PA. Melissa Yelito, owner and advocate, is a former educator with experience teaching grades 1st-7th in Pennsylvania and Maryland. In 2021, after seven years in the classroom, she switched gears and dedicated herself to supporting families as they navigate the complex special education system.

As a parent herself, Melissa believes that parents are their child’s first and best advocate. She is passionate about guiding families through understanding their rights in special education as well as helping them in finding their voice at the IEP table. Melissa brings a unique perspective; having sat on both sides of the table at IEP meetings, as a teacher and now an advocate. Through your partnership, Melissa strives to educate, advocate, and empower you. As a team you will work to ensure that your child is receiving the supports and services that they need to be successful. Working alongside your family, Melissa will advocate for your child's best interest as if they were her own!

From initial evaluation, to annual IEP meetings, mediation, and everything in between, Melissa is your point person for all things special education. Melissa is currently accepting new clients. Schedule a free 30 minute consult today to find out what she can do for you including:

* Support with the initial evaluation and identification process
* Educational document review and discussion
* Explanation of special education rights
* Direct observation of student with feedback to follow
* Data analysis
* Consultation and planning prior to IEP meeting
* Attendance at IEP meetings, Manifestation Determination Meetings, disciplinary hearings
* Assistance with transitioning an IEP and services from another state
* Preparation for and attendance at mediation hearings
* Follow up and document review following IEP meetings
* Participation in ongoing district communication; including assisting with drafting of written responses, emails, and letters
* Collaboration with outside related service professionals
* Review of educational placement to determine its appropriateness
* Recommendation of alternate education placements and outside mental health services and supports
* Connect family with supports and educational trainings within the community

Experienced with:

Educational Disabilities:
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Deaf-blindness
Deafness
Emotional Disturbance
Hearing Impairment
Intellectual Disability
Multiple Disabilities
Orthopedic Impairment
Other Health Impairment
Specific Learning Disability
Speech or Language Impairment
Traumatic Brain Injury
Visual Impairment

Medical Disabilities:
ADHD
Anxiety Disorder
Dyslexia
Dysgraphia
Dyscalculia
Mood Disorders
Oppositional Defiance Disorder
Reactive Attachment Disorder
Seizure Disorder