Omaha Mom Talks is all about creating connection for moms in Omaha, Nebraska. Join your host, Jessie Gutierrez, a mental health therapist and mom of two, to explore the joys and struggles of motherhood, the importance of mental health, and the best Omaha has to offer. Whether you're a new mom or a seasoned pro, each episode brings you expert advice, community stories, and local gems to support you on your motherhood journey.
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Omaha Mom Talks is all about creating connection for moms in Omaha, Nebraska. Join your host, Jessie Gutierrez, a mental health therapist and mom of two, to explore the joys and struggles of motherhood, the importance of mental health, and the best Omaha has to offer. Whether you're a new mom or a seasoned pro, each episode brings you expert advice, community stories, and local gems to support you on your motherhood journey.
Fighting for What’s Right: Special Education Advocacy with Lauren Vargas of ERC
Omaha Mom Talks
59 minutes
3 months ago
Fighting for What’s Right: Special Education Advocacy with Lauren Vargas of ERC
Welcome back to Omaha Mom Talks! I’m so excited to have you join us for today’s episode.
In this episode, we sit down with Lauren Vargas, Omaha mom, attorney, and passionate advocate for children with disabilities. Lauren is the CEO and Co-Founder of Education Rights Counsel (ERC), a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring all kids - regardless of their zip code or diagnosis - have access to the education and support they deserve.
We dive into:
· What every mom needs to know about IEPs and 504 Plans
· How to advocate for your child without being labeled “difficult”
· Red flags that your child’s legal rights might not be met
· How to navigate Nebraska’s education system with confidence and clarity
· Emotional support for the mom who’s exhausted from fighting
· Resources for families and how to access expert help
Whether you're just starting to ask questions or deep in the IEP process, this episode will leave you feeling empowered and less alone.
Upcoming Events Supporting ERC:
· August 27: Raise The Bar Friendraiser at Brickway Distillery, 5–7pm
· November 13: An Evening in the Cloud Room at Blackstone Plaza, 5:30–8pm
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Omaha Mom Talks
Omaha Mom Talks is all about creating connection for moms in Omaha, Nebraska. Join your host, Jessie Gutierrez, a mental health therapist and mom of two, to explore the joys and struggles of motherhood, the importance of mental health, and the best Omaha has to offer. Whether you're a new mom or a seasoned pro, each episode brings you expert advice, community stories, and local gems to support you on your motherhood journey.
