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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✅ Ahorre sin preocupaciones: descubra cómo las cuentas de ABLE United protegen sus beneficios de SSI y Medicaid. ¡Conéctese con nosotros el martes, 23 de septiembre a las 10AM! Para el taller VIRTUAL "Ahorrando con ABLE United."
Descubra cómo las cuentas de ABLE United pueden ayudarle a ahorrar sin afectar sus beneficios de SSI o Medicaid. Aprenderá quién califica, cómo funcionan y por qué abrir una cuenta ABLE puede ser una excelente decisión financiera.
¡Reserve su lugar ahora mismo! 📲 La inscripción es gratuita.
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Presentado por: Vilma Carmona, ABLE United
1000 Hours Outside- Process Art on Saturday, September 13th 1PM!
1000 Hours Outside is a global movement to match screen time with green time. Neurodiverse families across the lifespan are invited to explore accessibility in nature.
The neurodiverse umbrella includes: ADHD, DID & OSDD, BPD, HSP, Sensory Processing, CPTST, Epilepsy, Dyspraxia, OCD, ASPD, ABI/TBI, NPD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, DMDD, Misophonia, Dyscalculia, Bipolar, Autism, Tic Disorders, Schizophrenia, GAD, FASD, Down Syndrome, Synesthesia, Selective Mutism, and similar.
Cost: $10 per family.
One ticket per family!
Must register to participate.
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For more information, email Catie and Jordan PlayForAll@coralgables.com
You are invited to: "Hopeville: How to Win the Reading Wars," a moving look at how evidence-based reading instruction can transform lives, especially for children with dyslexia and other reading challenges.
FREE Movie Screening on Thursday, September 18th at 6PM-8PM.
Location: Sandrell Rivers Theatre
6103 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33127
🎬 Watch the trailer here: bit.ly/tlpscreeningtrailer
🍸 Drinks & light bites provided
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and be part of the movement to ensure every child has the chance to thrive through reading.
Reserve your spot today!
RSVP by scanning the QR code or visiting bit.ly/tlpscreening
*Please note: Individual registration is required for this event.
This a free community screening made possible with funding from The Children`s Trust and the Lucy Leadership Circle.
We’re just two months away from this year’s Journey of Dreams!
Join us on Saturday, November 8th and help us celebrate our amazing honorees who are making an impact in our community!
Excellence in Family Advocacy Award Honoree:
Aida Diaz-Silveira, Esq. - CABA Pro Bono Legal Services, Neurodivergent Legal Assistance Program
IMPACT Award Honoree:
Carmen Pardiñas, Project SOAR Miami Beach
Become a sponsor! Buy your tickets! And let`s all keep “Reaching for the Stars”!
www.bit.ly/journeyofdreams2025
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Happy Grandparents Day! Celebrating the love, wisdom, and hugs that only grandparents can give.
We hope you enjoy your special day💟 !
Today is the day! Come visit our table at the Disability Resource Fair.
📍Disability Resource Fair
🗓️September 6, 2025| 10AM-3PM
Dade County Youth Fair and Expo Center, Fuchs Pavilion
10901 SW 24th Street, Miami, FL 33165
Featuring over 75 organizations in the areas of:
Employment & Training | Recreation & Culture | Housing & Transportation | Advocacy | Services for children and the elderly | Assistive Technology | Inclusive Literacy
Educational sessions, interactive games and activities, and door prizes will be offered.
For more information, visit: miamidade.gov/peoplewithdisabilities
To request materials in an accessible format, sign language interpreters, CART services, or other accommodations needed to participate in a County-sponsored program or meeting, please contact Heidi Johnson at 305-375-2013 or Heidi.Johnson-Wright@miamidade.gov five days in advance to initiate your request. TTY users may also call 711 (Florida Relay Service).
💡 Did you know there’s a way to support a loved one with disabilities without risking their government benefits?
📅 Join us on September 30th at 10am to learn more about Supplemental Needs Trust, VIRTUAL presentation. Presented by: James R. Sloto, Founding Partner & Attorney, Sloto & Diamond Attorneys at Law.
A Supplemental Needs Trust is a legal arrangement designed to provide financial support for a person with disabilities without jeopardizing their eligibility for government benefits. The trust is established by someone other than the person with disabilities (typically a parent or grandparent). Assets of the trust are managed by a trustee and can help paying for medical expenses not covered by government programs, education, recreation, housing, transportation, and morre.
Save your spot!
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¿Te gustaría entender mejor cómo apoyar a tu hijo en la escuela?
¡Es el comienzo de un nuevo año escolar así que es el momento ideal! Aprende tus derechos: La ley IDEA y el IEP.
Aprende cómo funciona el proceso del IEP, qué derechos tienes como padre y cómo colaborar con el colegio para asegurarte de que tu hijo reciba el apoyo que merece.
📅 Sábado 13 de septiembre
📚 Ley IDEA: 9:45 AM – 11:45 AM
📝 IEP: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
⚠️ Recuerda registrarte por separado para cada taller.
¡Inscripción abierta ahora!
Ley IDEA: bit.ly/4nAGx8e
IEP: bit.ly/4ewaKkI
