Evidence-Based Support for Every Family

No parent should ever feel alone. While our hearts drive the connections we make, data proves the power of our mission. Research consistently shows that when parents are matched with a trained 'Support Parent,' they experience a unique form of empowerment that cannot be found anywhere else. Explore the evidence behind the Parent to Parent model and learn how our research-informed practices are transforming the journey for millions of families across the country.

Research Committee Purpose: Create and adopt a three-year research plan with measurable steps for each year, establishing P2P USA as a leading source of research findings related to Parent-to-Parent programs that support families of individuals with disabilities and/or special health care needs, and incorporating those findings into P2P USA’s programs to enhance the organization’s reputation and impact.

P2P USA Research Award

Two $5,000 grants for U.S. graduate students to cover Parent to Parent research expenses. Call for Proposals will be released on July 15, 2026.

Meet our Researchers

Watch these videos to meet the experts and scholars leading the way in peer support research and family advocacy.

Findings in Brief

Quick takeaways from the literature that validate the power of peer support and ensure no parent feels alone.

Share your Research with P2P

Submit your peer support research for review using this form. We will evaluate your submission to determine if it’s a fit for our community.

Support Our Work

Support our research with a donation today. Your contribution directly funds the insights and discoveries that drive our mission forward.
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