This study guide covers key topics related to the care and education of individuals with special needs. It includes understanding the impact of laws like the Rehabilitation Act and IDEA on services for infants, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Students should learn about organizations that provide support services, the concept of the least restrictive environment, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), common disabilities, and the special education process. The guide also addresses topics like ADHD, the stages parents experience after a child's diagnosis, parental rights and services, Head Start policies, and creating partnerships with families.