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The Center for Parent Information & Resources (CPIR) is the central hub of valuable information and products specifically designed for the network of Parent Centers serving families of children with disabilities.

In September 2024, several Region B states and Parent Centers (Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia) experienced catastrophic damage from Hurricane Helene. Resources provided here include state and local organizations to which donations may be made to support recovery efforts. Check back often for updates!

Thanks to Region B (RPTAC Region B) for pulling together this list of resources.

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Trainings for Parents & Professionals from the Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center

Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center

Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) is the federally funded Parent Training and Information Centers for the state of Connecticut. CPAC educates, supports, and empowers Connecticut’s families of children and youth with any disability or chronic conditions, ages birth to 26, and the professionals who serve them. CPAC provides ongoing trainings on topics such as: The ABC’s of Special Education: Understanding the Process, Tips and Tools for Advocating for Your Child with Special Education Needs, Getting to Know Your Child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), Preparing Students with Disabilities for Success After High School, Getting and Keeping the First Job, and many more. Check them out!

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Webinar | Return to School after Traumatic Brain Injury

Description:  This webinar will describe traumatic brain injury in children, including the prevalence , effects of the injury in children, models of care for children and return to school for children following the injury. Presenter:Juliet Haarbauer-KrupaSenior Health...

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#MilestoneMonday… Does My Child Have Physical Developmental Delays?Physical developmental delays, also known as gross motor delays, can affect how children move. But if you’re concerned, you don’t have to wait until your child's next checkup with their pediatrician.Acting early on motor delays can make a big difference. If you have a child between 2 months and 5 years old and suspect they may have a developmental delay:- Complete a milestone checklist:www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones/index.html- Learn more about physical developmental delays and related conditions:https://www.healthychildren.org/English/MotorDelay/Pages/default.aspx?_gl=1_nqnewd__gaO#ActEarly #MilestonesMatter #BeInformed #DevelopmentalMilestone #AAPMotorDelayToo ... See MoreSee Less
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Parent and #FamilyEngagement Provisions in the Every Student Succeeds Act-This brief seeks to provide a full overview of the ESSA’s requirements, and opportunities, for parent, family and community engagement.www.parentcenterhub.org/parent-and-family-engagement-provisions-in-the-every-student-succeeds-act/ ... See MoreSee Less
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#BreakingTheAlgorithm: #RedesigningSocialMedia for #Youth #WellBeing, explores the significant impact of #SocialMedia on young people’s #MentalHealth, relationships, and daily lives. mhanational.org/algorithm?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=a3e8440b-35f1-4251-b5ea-0ea1780213bf ... See MoreSee Less
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