Services included personal responses to questions on disability issues, referrals to other organizations, information searches of their databases and library, publications, and technical assistance to parent and professional groups. NORD is committed to the identification, treatment, and cure of rare disorders through programs of education, advocacy, research, and service. PEN provides information on state and federal laws and regulations covering special education, assists parents in working as an active member of the educational-rehabilitation team, and cooperates with other agencies to develop and disseminate materials. PEN conducts workshops, publishes a newsletter, and provides referral and consultation to parents. All of PEN's services, materials and parent guides are available in English and Spanish.
All services are free to parents.
The Special Kids Network is a toll-free help line developed by the Pennsylvania's Department of Health, Division of Special Health Care needs. This is an information and referral service for parents with special health care needs. This service is free and can also link you to Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania . Offers information on how parents can work with school districts to request evaluations and services for their children. Primary focus is special education for children ages 3-21 years, with counselors providing parents telephone advocacy, legal information, and suggestions for problem resolutions.