Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania

Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania connects families of children with disabilities or special needs on They are the lifeline of the program.

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. Our regional offices are located throughout the state of Pennsylvania. Requests for matches can be made via phone, email, or our website. Based on your individual needs, we will link you to a volunteer peer supporter. The

y 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.

We have the best Peer Supporters here at P2P of PA!Thank you to all our Peer Supporters for your continued dedicat...
04/26/2025



We have the best Peer Supporters here at P2P of PA!
Thank you to all our Peer Supporters for your continued dedication to the families you are matched with.

Visit www.parenttoparent.org for more information about being matched or becoming a Peer Supporter!

Act early on developmental concerns to make a real difference for your child and you! If you’re concerned about your chi...
04/24/2025

Act early on developmental concerns to make a real difference for your child and you! If you’re concerned about your child’s development, don’t wait. You know your child best. Tell your child’s doctor or nurse if you notice any signs of possible developmental delay and ask for a developmental screening.

04/23/2025

Jacob's mom, Deanna, is one of our very own Peer Supporters and we feel SO lucky to have her on our team!

As a reminder, Parent to Parent of PA offices are closed today, Monday April 21, 2025. We will return any messages upon ...
04/21/2025

As a reminder, Parent to Parent of PA offices are closed today, Monday April 21, 2025. We will return any messages upon our return tomorrow, Tuesday April 22, 2025.

You can request a match or make a referral by completing a "Get Matched" form on our website www.parenttoparent.org and a Regional Coordinator will contact you this week.

In this video, share how CDC’s FREE materials for tracking have helped them and their children. Watch this video to ...
04/19/2025

In this video, share how CDC’s FREE materials for tracking have helped them and their children. Watch this video to learn how these materials could help you.

En Español: https://youtu.be/iRurvZFLTxc

https://youtu.be/T7bCsIIpC7M

In this video, parents of young children share their personal experiences of using CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” tools and resources to learn about chi...

Download CDC’s app in English or Spanish to complete a milestone checklist for your child! Then, use the app to share ...
04/18/2025

Download CDC’s app in English or Spanish to complete a milestone checklist for your child! Then, use the app to share a summary with your child’s doctor, get tips for development, and find out what to do if you have a concern. www.cdc.gov/MilestoneTracker

This promotional video can be used on social media and websites to encourage families to track their child’s development. Download CDC’s Milestone Tracker ap...

Happy Friday! Parent to Parent of PA offices are closed today, Friday April 18 through Monday April 21 for spring break....
04/18/2025

Happy Friday! Parent to Parent of PA offices are closed today, Friday April 18 through Monday April 21 for spring break. We will return messages upon our return to normal business hours on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

You can still request a match or make a referral by completing a "Get Matched" form on our website www.parenttoparent.org

Parents and caregivers can use CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” tools to track developmental milestones from as early...
04/17/2025

Parents and caregivers can use CDC’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” tools to track developmental milestones from as early as 2 months to help better understand children’s abilities and stay in tune with their developmental health.
Parents can understand age-appropriate milestones by showing pictures and videos from Milestones in Action.
Children’s books Amazing Me and Where is Bear? can help you learn about developmental milestones while reading with your child.

Hope is an amazing person, as is her mother! We may be a BIT partial since Maggie is part of our Parent to Parent of PA ...
04/17/2025

Hope is an amazing person, as is her mother! We may be a BIT partial since Maggie is part of our Parent to Parent of PA family 💜💜

Are you pregnant or a parent/caregiver of a child/children birth to age five in Pennsylvania? If so, Pennsylvania’s Offi...
04/15/2025

Are you pregnant or a parent/caregiver of a child/children birth to age five in Pennsylvania? If so, Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) invites you to register for the Lifting Family Voices: Using your Story to Strengthen Programs and Spark Change workshop on June 12th, 8:30am – 4pm in Harrisburg, PA.

In this workshop, you'll gain tools and tips to help you develop and share your family’s story and experiences. Learn how to make your voice heard, influence decisions, and create a more supportive community for all.

- Reimbursement for childcare and travel expenses such as lodging and mileage within guidelines will be provided.
- Registration is due by May 16, 2025.
- Seats are limited and will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Register at bit.ly/LFVRegistration
For questions, please contact Sadia Batool at [email protected]

Join Our Team at Parent to Parent of PA!We are hiring a part-time team member in southeastern Pennsylvania (Philadelphia...
04/14/2025

Join Our Team at Parent to Parent of PA!
We are hiring a part-time team member in southeastern Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, Delaware, Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, Lancaster, Berks, or Schuylkill counties).

We are looking for an individual with strong communication skills, especially active listening, who is passionate about connecting families of children with developmental delays, disabilities, and healthcare needs.
While most hours will be worked during business hours (8-5 Monday through Friday), some evening and weekend hours are required to meet program needs. Travel within the region and occasional statewide travel is also required. Prior experience with our program is preferred, but all qualified applicants are welcome.

Please visit for the job description and to apply --> https://bit.ly/SERegionalCoordinator

Answer these questions with your family's social supports/providers if you have concerns:o What are some things you and ...
04/10/2025

Answer these questions with your family's social supports/providers if you have concerns:
o What are some things you and your child do together?
o What are some things your child likes to do?
o Is there anything your child does or does not do that concerns you?
o Has your child lost any skills he/she once had?
o Does your child have any special healthcare needs or was he/she born prematurely?

Whether you are a parent searching for a match, or an agency making a referral, the quickest way is to visit ou...
04/07/2025



Whether you are a parent searching for a match, or an agency making a referral, the quickest way is to visit our website www.parenttoparent.org and complete a "Get Matched" form found under the "matches" tab. A Regional Coordinator will contact you to schedule an intake!

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6340 Flank Drive, Ste 600
Harrisburg, PA
17112

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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. Our regional offices are located throughout the state of Pennsylvania. Requests for matches can be made via phone, email, or our website. Based on your individual needs, we will link you to 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.