Hope. Help. Support.
for Children with Disabilities and Their Families
Parent to Parent of Miami is a community resource specializing in providing families of children and young adults with special needs with information, education and emotional support.
We help parents become better prepared to meet the needs of their children at no cost to them.
We are here for you.
By Parents, For Parents
We are a diverse group of specially trained parents, families and special needs education professionals who have a family member with a disability. We understand the many challenges parents of children with special needs encounter. How can we help you?
Support Us
Parent to Parent of Miami is a non-profit organization and free parent resource serving families in Miami-Dade County for over 35 years. There are many ways you can volunteer and get involved in helping us support children and young adults with disabilities or special needs in our community.
Make a Difference
Your donations to Parent to Parent of Miami enable us to empower families and our community with the support, information and education they need to build brighter futures for our children. No donation is too small and all donations are tax-exempt. You can now donate via PayPal or Venmo.
In-Person and Virtual Workshops
Attend one of our in-person or online virtual workshops and take the first step in learning how to help your child build a brighter future. Our workshops provide a one-on-one opportunity with one of our specialized Parent to Parent team members covering a range of topics including:
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Parenting
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Leadership
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Postsecondary Transition
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Disability
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Financial
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Advocacy
Our Annual Events
Annual Journey Of Dreams Benefit
The Journey of Dreams Benefit is our major fundraising event held every November. Through the generous support of community sponsors, underwriters and advertisers much needed funds are raised each year to help our parent program continue to provide much needed hope, help and support to families in our community. Learn how YOU can become involved too!
Give Miami Day
This annual 24hour fundraising event, held the third Thursday of each November, is hosted by the Miami Foundation to help the community get into the spirt of giving by donating to local nonprofits such as Parent to Parent of Miami. More information will be available in early November so stay tuned!
Online Giving
Family Engagement Picnic
Our Family Engagement Picnic is an annual event provided for families being supported by our organization and typically takes place in February. Parents come together for a great day of fun and relaxation to network and share stories with other parents who have children with disabilities. This annual picnic allows children to play together in a safe and nurturing environment where everyone’s “abilities” are celebrated.
Community agencies and sponsor partners are invited to join the fun and help provide community resources to help parents get the information they need to thrive. Interested in joining our event? Please contact us for more information.
Community agencies and sponsor partners are invited to join the fun and help provide community resources to help parents get the information they need to thrive. Interested in joining our event? Please contact us for more information.
Annual Holiday Toy Drive
Spread Holiday Cheer! Help us provide a little extra help during the holiday season to families going through difficult times.
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DID YOU KNOW
Many people with learning disabilities (LD) have average or above-average intelligence, can be very creative and do amazing things in life.
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Spooky vibes and sweet treats await! 🎃
Wishing everyone a fun and memorable Halloween celebration.
Don’t forget to share your favorite costumes, decorations, and delicious candy recipes! 🍬
Remember, there’s no “right” way to celebrate. Wear what feels good, join in as much as you want, and enjoy Halloween your way!
#HalloweenFun #SpookySeason #CostumeIdeas #HalloweenDecor
Tree of Life Diaper Distribution 🌳
Date: November 5th, 2026
Location: Sunshine Health Community Connections Center
9552 SW 160 St. Miami. FL. 33157
Time: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
While supplies last!
Grab essentials, drop off donations, and discover free resources! Don`t miss it! 🍼 🎉
#SouthPopUp #MiamiEvents #CommunitySupport #DonationsDrive #FreeResources #EssentialsForAll
Join us for a fun-filled Music Exploration Day at the Coral Reef Branch Library!
🗓️ Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 7th, 2026, from 2 PM to 6 PM.
Experience interactive sessions where you can discover various musical genres 🎶, play instruments, and celebrate the joy of music together with friends and family. Don`t miss out on this exciting opportunity to ignite your passion for music!
See you there!
#MusicExploration #CoralReefLibrary #DiscoverMusic #PlayInstruments #FamilyFunDay #PassionForMusic #HarmonyHugs #MatthewVila
¿No sabes lo que es la ley federal IDEA? ¿No entiendes el IEP?
Únete a nosotros para un seminario informativo sobre IDEA y el IEP, asegurando que los estudiantes con discapacidades reciban el apoyo personalizado que necesitan.
Reserva la fecha: sábado, 14 de noviembre de 2026.
¡No olvides registrarte para cada taller! 🗓️
IDEA ofrece pautas federales para garantizar una educación adecuada y gratuita, mientras que el IEP es el plan individualizado necesario.
Regístrate aquí:
IDEA: bit.ly/IDEA_11_14_26
IEP: bit.ly/IEP_11_14_26
#SeminarioInformativo #IDEA #IEP #ApoyoEstudiantes #EducaciónInclusiva #TalleresEducativos #ParenttoParent
Join the free 13-week Incredible Years-Toddler Program to enhance your parenting skills with experts from the University of Miami.
Enjoy shared meals, free childcare, and valuable insights that will support you on your parenting journey.
Starting October 14th at Stars Global Prep! Don`t miss out—register now! 🗓️✨
#IncredibleYears #ToddlerProgram #ParentingSkills #UniversityOfMiami #FreeChildcare #SharedMeals #ValuableInsights #StarsGlobalPrep
Don`t miss the free screening of "The Reading Reboot" documentary on November 16, 2026, at 6 PM brought to you by our friends at The Lucy Project! 📚
Join the panel discussion at Coral Gables Art Cinema to learn how reading science fosters confident readers in classrooms.
RSVP is required due to limited seating.
Visit: bit.ly/tlpfreemovie
#TheReadingReboot #DocumentaryScreening #CoralGablesArtCinema
#FreeScreening #ConfidentReaders #EducationEvent #LiteracyMatters
📣 Calling all parents, teachers, and school staff!
Participate in a survey on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) in online and hybrid K-12 schools to help enhance learning environments.
Scan the QR code to get started or contact Dr. Patrick Mallory at patrick@uvu.edu or visit https://uvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1NEqAGVADpOInMW
Your input is invaluable! 💫
#EducationSurvey #K12Education #OnlineLearning #HybridSchooling #ParentEngagement #TeacherFeedback #SchoolSupport
Transition Tuesday: What comes next?
October is a great time to check in, reflect, and think about the things that matter to us. For young adults, that can include thinking about their goals, interests, and what they want their future to look like. That is where transition planning comes in. This week, choose one small step toward your future. You don`t have to plan your whole future today.
Ready to take the next step?
Check out NCLD`s Planning Your Future guide, which can help young people learn about their rights, explore opportunities, build self-advocacy skills, and prepare for life after high school.
https://ncld.org/?resources=planning-your-future-a-guide-to-transition
As always, don`t be shy and reach out to our Transition Team to further discuss and help you and your youth plan for the future. Call us at 305-271-9797.
#TransitionTuesday
#TransitionPlanning
#SelfAdvocacy
#YouthVoice
#DisabilityAdvocacy
#TransitionToAdulthood
#YETIRAISE
