Family First Advocates

Family First Advocates is a Tucson, Arizona organization that helps families navigate complex systems affecting children and young adults. Its focus is connecting families with experienced advocates who can help them understand options, prepare for discussions, and access support suited to a child’s strengths and needs.

The organization assists with education concerns, including understanding school reports and plans, interpreting terms such as IEPs and 504 plans, and getting support during school meetings. It also guides families through Arizona’s Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) system and behavioral health services. These systems may involve supports such as skills training, daily living assistance, respite care, therapies, crisis intervention, and behavioral or physical health care.

Family First Advocates provides complex care management and connects families with advocates who are described as vetted, trained, and passionate about helping. The advocates work as independent contractors. The organization does not provide legal services or legal advice, and recommends consulting an attorney when legal guidance is needed.