New Resource Alert: The Science of Peer Support We are excited to highlight the newly updated Research Page at Parent to Parent USA! This page serves as a hub for the data and studies that prove our peer-support model works. From national evaluations to evidence-based standards, we are documenting how the “power of the match” reduces stress and builds family … Read More
AAP/CDC March Emerging Threats Newsletter
CLICK HERE or SCAN the QR code below to read the newsletter: https://www.p2pusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Emerging-Threats-March-2026.pdf The March 2026 Emerging Threats Newsletter focuses on protecting infants and children from infectious diseases and supporting families with disabilities. Here is a quick breakdown of what is included: Congenital CMV (cCMV) Updates: cCMV is a leading cause of birth defects, often leading to hearing loss or … Read More
Check out our Father Survival Guide
Parenting a child with a disability can be challenging, and fathers often face unique pressures. The Father Survival Guide offers practical tips to help dads navigate this journey—covering everything from understanding your child’s needs and getting involved in their education, to managing stress, emotions, and building a supportive network. Every step you take teaches resilience and makes a lifelong difference … Read More
P2P Welcomes Montana!
We’re excited to welcome Montana to the Parent to Parent USA network! Montana joins our growing community of Alliances dedicated to supporting families of children and individuals with disabilities and special healthcare needs. We look forward to partnering with leaders and families across the state to strengthen connections, share resources, and build meaningful peer support opportunities. Welcome to the P2P … Read More
P2P USA Releases 2021 Impact Report
We are pleased to present our annual report. In 2021, Parent to Parent USA celebrated 15 years of supporting families of those with disabilities and special health care needs across the country. Our 37 Alliance Member organizations continued to provide crucial support to families during a pandemic, training over 600 new volunteer Support Parents and facilitating over 14,000 one-to-one matches … Read More
Become a Sponsor of the Month!
What We Do According to the CDC, nearly 1 out of every 5 children in the United States has a special healthcare needs. Parent to Parent USA (P2P USA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit national organization committed to ensuring that their parents have easy access to quality emotional support and information. Why Parents Love Us Parents tell us our peer support … Read More
Valerie’s Story
Valerie Colavecchio is the mom of a 17 year old boy named Parker who was born with a rare genetic disorder called galactosemia. She is also the statewide Program Manager for Family Support Services at Parent to Parent of NYS, where she takes pride in ensuring that every parent is heard, and understands they are not alone. Valerie recently shared … Read More
How P2P Matches Work
Parents who are raising a child with disabilities or special health care needs often feel overwhelmed and isolated. Parent to Parent organizations connect parents who face similar challenges in raising their children with disabilities or special health care needs. Parents are matched, based on their request, with a trained Support Parent who has walked a similar path and can provide … Read More
What’s on Your Special Needs Back-To-School Checklist?
A new school year means a new teacher and maybe even a new school. If your child needs accommodations or is in a special education program, it may mean a new IEP team. Add the transition from summer to the school routine, and your to-do list can quickly become overwhelming. Here is a simple parent-tested way to prepare for back-to-school: … Read More
P2P USA’s Marsha Quinn Featured on Handi-Link
Our Co Executive Director, Marsha Quinn, recently spoke with Cam Wells, host of the syndicated radio program Handi-Link, about the Parent to Parent movement. Listen to the episode below to learn more about who the Parent to Parent network serves, the impact of the pandemic on households with children and youth with special health care needs, and more. Marsha’s interview … Read More