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Want an advocate?

Look for an advocate in your area of the state to assist you with your issue if you cannot resolve it yourself, or if you want support through the process. Contact the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities.

Need an attorney?

You may contact the Ohio Bar Association for a referral at 800-282-6556 or osba@ohiobar.org. You may also contact the Ohio State Legal Services Association.

Other Resources

The Ohio Department of Education

You can contact Ohio Department of Education (ODE) for assistance or to file a complaint. Call or write the department to get information about their complaint procedure or for assistance in working with your school district.

Address: 25 South Front Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215-4183

Email: exceptionalchildren@education.ohio.gov
Phone: 877-644-6338 (toll free) or 614-466-2650 (local)
TDD: 800-750-0750
Fax: 614-728-1097

Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD)

Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) assists parents with information and referral. OCECD maintains regional offices throughout the state.

Address: 125 Executive Drive, Suite 200, Marion, OH 43302

Email: ocecd@ocecd.org
Phone: 844-382-5452

Fax: 740-383-6421