Susan Shapiro

is a Massachusetts-based practice led by Susan A. Shapiro, a mother of three and grandmother of three. As a speech-language pathologist (SLP) and special education advocate, Susan is passionate about helping children develop communication skills that impact success in academics, social-emotional learning, and school environments. With her experience as a retired public school related service provider and special education department head, Susan understands the special education process and the importance of collaboration between parents, teachers, specialists, and administrators. She strives to empower parents with the information they need to advocate for their child, assisting them in understanding their basic rights in special education and working with them to advocate for a free, appropriate public education (FAPE). Speaking of Ability, Inc. offers services such as Social Skills Training, Special Ed Advocacy, and Speech Therapy, catering to families in Rutland, MA. Their unique approach focuses on treating families with the same care and respect they would expect for themselves, making them a valuable resource for Massachusetts families.