Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania

Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania Our regional offices are located throughout the state of Pennsylvania. Requests for matches can be made via phone, email, or our website.

Parent to Parent of PA matches parents, grandparents, guardians, and family members of children and adults with a disability or special need to a volunteer Peer Supporter. Established in 1996, Parent to Parent of PA is a statewide agency that links families of children with disabilities or special needs for the purposes of support and information. Based on your individual needs, we will link you t

o a volunteer peer supporter. They are the lifeline of the program. They have experienced the joys and challenges of living with individuals with a disability or special need. Currently, we have 1,365 ready to share their stories. The Tuscarora Intermediate Unit reserves the right to remove comments or posts to its social media sites, and will notify the individual responsible for the posting, when such comments or posts are viewed as abusive, inappropriate, offensive, or of a harassing or threatening nature, including, but not limited to, comments or posts that are or contain:

1. Commercial solicitations.

2. Factually inaccurate, erroneous, or libelous information.

3. Any vulgarity or obscenity or abusive or sexually explicit language.

4. Any pornographic, obscene, or sexually explicit material or other visual depictions.

5. Any links to unknown, unapproved, offensive or inappropriate websites or web pages.

6. Personal attacks of any kind, including posts that easily identify students, staff or others in defamatory or abusive terms.

7. Political support or opposition to any candidate, political measure, or ballot question.

8. Offensive comments that target or disparage any group or person.

9. Violations of Intermediate Unit policy.

10. SPAM, that is, repeatedly posting the same comment or comments that simply advertise or promote a service or product. 11. Discussions not related to the Intermediate Unit or its programs.

⚠️ ATTENTION PEER SUPPORTERS ‼️Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania Peer Supporter online training will be unavailable on Tu...
06/18/2026

⚠️ ATTENTION PEER SUPPORTERS ‼️

Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania Peer Supporter online training will be unavailable on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 for scheduled updates and maintenance. If you are currently taking the course or plan to, know that you will not have access on that date.

Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your patience!

          Parent to Parent coordinators are out and about this spring at events of all types and sizes! Southwest Region...
06/12/2026



Parent to Parent coordinators are out and about this spring at events of all types and sizes! Southwest Regional Coordinator Nicole Zilli attended an LICC picnic yesterday and enjoyed beautiful weather at her resource table.

Can you spot our coordinators at events you're attending?? Stop by and say hi!

06/06/2026

The Pennsylvania State Advisory Council (SAC) is now accepting applications for family and professional leaders interest...
06/05/2026

The Pennsylvania State Advisory Council (SAC) is now accepting applications for family and professional leaders interested in serving on one of the Council’s five supporting subcommittees.

As outlined in the Governor’s Executive Order, the SAC advises the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) on planning for the expansion and coordination of effective early learning and development services for young children and their families across the Commonwealth.

The five SAC subcommittees are:

1. Access to Programs

2. Child Care Certification and Quality Rating

3. Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging

4. Physical, Behavioral and Mental Health

5. Professional Development

Participation on a SAC subcommittee is an opportunity to help shape discussions, provide feedback, and support initiatives that impact Pennsylvania’s early childhood education system, children, and families. The subcommittees serve as focused workgroups that provide specialized expertise, develop recommendations, and support the implementation of initiatives aligned with the Council’s broader goals and priorities.

Family members, early childhood professionals, advocates, community partners, and system leaders are encouraged to apply.
To learn more about the State Advisory Council, visit PA Keys – State Advisory Council.

Apply here:
SAC Subcommittee Application

  is out and about at exhibits, resource fairs, and events through Pennsylvania! Southwest Regional Coordinator Nicole Z...
06/02/2026

is out and about at exhibits, resource fairs, and events through Pennsylvania! Southwest Regional Coordinator Nicole Zilli attended Mister Rogers Family Days event today in LaTrobe and shared information about our program to perspective referred families and Peer Supporters.

Thank you for allowing us to be part of your special events ☺️
If your agency or organization would like to schedule a presentation about our program or invite us to your next outreach event, please contact [email protected].

Happy June 1st! The first session of our   Summer Series is just over three weeks away. Register now to get in on the fi...
06/01/2026

Happy June 1st! The first session of our Summer Series is just over three weeks away. Register now to get in on the first session!

2026 Virtual Parent Café Series
DIVE INTO SUMMER! Parent Cafés are guided group meetings where parents come together to talk, share, and support each other. Parents learn ways to keep their families strong. These cafés are for Pennsylvania families in Early Intervention or Home Visiting programs.
Seats are limited to this event. Register soon!
Join us
•June 24, 2026 10:00am-Noon
•July 21, 2026 1:00-3:00pm
•August 11, 2026 6:00-8:00pm
for our summer café series

•Cafés are virtual. A Zoom link will be sent after registration.
•Registration survey provides an opportunity for ADA accommodation requests.
•Childcare reimbursement available if needed to participate in the café.

Scan the QR code or visit https://bit.ly/SummerCafe2026 to register.
Questions? Contact Maggie Parke: [email protected]

First image shows a family of four: Dad, Mom, Preschool aged daughter and toddler aged son all smiling at the camera.
Second image shows a Mother and toddler aged daughter reading a book together and smiling.
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As a reminder, Parent to Parent of PA offices are CLOSED today, Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. 🇺🇸Pl...
05/25/2026

As a reminder, Parent to Parent of PA offices are CLOSED today, Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

Please note: the best way to make a referral is through our website www.parenttoparent.org. We will return to regular business hours tomorrow 5.26.

🇺🇸 Parent to Parent of PA offices will be CLOSED Monday May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. We wish you a safe a...
05/22/2026

🇺🇸 Parent to Parent of PA offices will be CLOSED Monday May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. We wish you a safe and happy holiday weekend!

Please note: The best way to make a referral is through our website

At Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania we empower and support parents throughout our great state. We connect them with families of children & adults with disabilities or health care needs who’ve had similar journeys.

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6340 Flank Drive, Ste 600
Harrisburg, PA
17112

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