Family Support and Advocacy Program

You don’t have to do this alone

Our Family Support Specialists are here to guide, support, and encourage you every step of the way. We’ll work side-by-side with you to build skills, knowledge, and confidence while navigating your child’s journey.

How we support families

We know every family is unique. Together, we’ll create a plan that works for you. Support may include:

• Preparing for & attending important school meetings (CSE/CPSE, IEP development, etc.)
• Preparing for & attending OPWDD meetings such as life plan and circle of support meetings
• Helping organize paperwork and create a binder
• Filling out child-specific forms (About My Child, About Me, Healthcare Passport)
• Managing self-direction budgets and plans
• Planning for the transition to adulthood
• Connecting with other families through meetups and coffee hours
• Sharing resources and information tailored to your child’s needs
• Checking in by phone, email, or text
• Joining trainings and support groups

Family involvement

Your voice matters! To make the most of this program, we ask families to stay connected with our team for at least 10–15 hours each year.

To learn more, please contact Parent Network:

(716) 332-4170
info@parentnetworkwny.org.

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