Any Orange County parent or family member who has a child or an adult with special needs of any age may benefit from an opportunity to be connected to another parent in a similar situation. It is common for parents to feel alone or unsure about how to handle their unique circumstances. Parent Connection connects parents with one another to offer support through understanding. Sharing of resources, experiences, information and helpful hints can all be very beneficial at a time when there are so many new issues with which to cope. Families who are interested in being connected with another parent may be matched based on factors such as the child's age, diagnosis, culture, and other unique family needs or requests.
Parents are available who speak English, Spanish and Vietnamese.
A Parent Connection Coordinator will match the family with a trained support parent who will provide a positive perspective on parenting a child or adult with special needs. We are always looking for volunteers to serve and support parents of new families. Trainings are held on a regular basis in three languages. Interested parents may call our Center for more information. Parent Connection is a collaborative project of the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Orange County and the Comfort Connection Family Resource Center.