Parent Support Groups
Information about the role of parental support groups and importance of collaborating with other parents.
Support groups can connect families to others with similar experiences. These groups can provide practical, emotional, and social support to individuals with ID, caregivers, and families. Support groups vary in scope and purpose. They can be specific to a location (i.e., local chapter of a larger organization, or an independent support group for a smaller community), or national organizations.
Some solely seek to connect families, while others host events or advocate for their community. Some groups are specific to a diagnosis, while others are focused on a broader range of developmental disabilities.
Some solely seek to connect families, while others host events or advocate for their community. Some groups are specific to a diagnosis, while others are focused on a broader range of developmental disabilities.
Special Olympics
Educates, connects, and supports families through Family Forums and other connection opportunities.
Parent to Parent USA
Provides emotional and informational support to families of children who have special needs, most notably by matching parents seeking support with an experienced, trained “Support Parent”
Family Voices
A national network of state-based organizations focusing on family-centered care for children with disabilities and special needs.
Diagnosis-specific support and advocacy groups that connect families.
