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
November 20, 2025
Give Miami Day 2025
This annual 24hour fundraising event in 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 November 2025 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.
Our Partners
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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TOGETHER we can create a more inclusive and accepting world for ALL!
#WorldDownSyndromeDay #dreambigforkidswithdisabilities
Today is World Down Syndrome Day.
March 21st is set aside to advocate for the rights, inclusion and well-being of people with Down syndrome. Around 1 in every 800 babies will be born with Down syndrome, a condition in which a person has an extra chromosome in the cells that make up their body and causes differences in how the body and brain develop. Down syndrome affects people differently.
Many people with disabilities report feeling lonely. We can all work together to make it a more accepting, supportive and inclusive world for everyone. Let`s create spaces that are welcoming, where all talents and contributions are celebrated!
Visit worlddownsyndromeday.org to learn more.
Join our team and make a difference as an Educational & Support Specialist. We`re hiring to support families of children with disabilities. Apply now!
NOW through April 6:
**FREE self-paced online course for Florida parents, caregivers, and professionals **
Competitive Integrated Employment helps youth with disabilities build independence, gain job skills, and become active members of their community.
Join us for this free, self-paced course to learn how youth can work in the community, earn minimum wage or higher, and build a future after high school. Even students with significant disabilities can succeed at work with the right supports.
Let`s discuss the benefits of working, address common fears and myths, and share practical ways to remove barriers to getting and keeping a job!
Open from March 9, 2026 through April 6, 2026. Training can be accessed any time during these 3 weeks.
Certification of completion of 2 hours will be provided to participants who complete this training.
Presented by PEATC in partnership with Parent to Parent of Miami
Register www.tinyurl.com/ykacpxut
Don`t let your child`s IEP meeting sneak up on you! 📅
Schedule an appointment at our upcoming IEP Clinic day to have that document reviewed.
Choose a date that fits your schedule by visiting www.ptopmiami.org/workshops.
It`s the perfect prep boost before your next IEP meeting! Show up strong and prepared to advocate for your child!
Do you have a passion for helping families and supporting children with disabilities?
Join our team as an Education & Support Specialist (Part-Time)!
📍 In-person - 25 hours/wk. | 💲 $20/hr.
📧 Apply today: hmaizvargas@ptopmiami.org
STUDENT TRAINING OPPORTUNITY! TOMORROW ONLY!
Calling all youth with disabilities! Join us for a live Zoom session on Thursday, March 19 from 6-7pm.
We`ll be sharing great tips on how to better communicate and become a stronger self-advocate! You won`t want to miss this great training just for students 12-22 years old.
Register at tinyurl.com/44ku9npy or scan the QR code below
#dreambigforkidswithdisabilities
NO SE LO PIERDA! Mañana 18 de marzo de 6:00-7:30 pm hablaremos sobre cómo podemos ayudar a nuestros jóvenes a un futuro con empleo y desarrollar independencia para su vida después de la escuela secundaria.
Juntos podemos ayudar a nuestros jóvenes con disacapacidades hacia un futuro independiente y en camino al empleo.
Regístrese hoy sin falta: www.tinyurl.com/s5a2494w
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