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South Dakota Parent Connection provides timely information on family life, health care, support, and activities to help meet these needs. Parents raising a child with a disability or special health care needs require reliable information and access to necessary services, and support. We have done the research for you so you can begin the process.

  • We have written several publications for parents, educators, and professionals to address some of the most common questions and concerns to help you on your journey.
  • We can help connect you to local, state, and national community resources.
“As first-time parents and having our only child diagnosed with high-functioning autism, we were searching for answers. South Dakota Parent Connection has educated and provided us with so much beneficial information. We love our little boy more than anything in this world and he is amazing. We appreciate the support and all the resources that South Dakota Parent Connection provides for parents like us. Thank you.”
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Happy Generosity County Fair Tent 2025
Here is another chance to visit with local agencies to learn more about their services and receive valuable information and resources. South Dakota Parent Connection has partnered with the Aberdeen […]
Celebrating Families Back-to-School Resource Fair
Get ready for the new school year at this fun and FREE family event! Celebrating Families helps local parents and kids prepare for school with helpful resources, fun activities, and […]
2025 Behavioral Health Conference
The South Dakota Department of Social Services invites you to the free, two-day 2025 Behavioral Health Conference, themed “Your Journey Matters.” What to Expect At this conference, you’ll have the […]
Back to School Bash, SDUIH, Sioux Falls
To gear up for the 2025-2026 school year, South Dakota Urban Indian Health (SDUIH) will be hosting its annual Back to School Bash at the SDUIH Sioux Falls clinic! What […]
Back to School Round Up, Ellsworth Air Force Base
The Back-to-School Round-Up Resource Fair is a fun event for families at Ellsworth Air Force Base. The event is free and open to everyone with base access. At the fair, […]
Community Resource Fair, Aberdeen
A brand-new school year is right around the corner, and South Dakota Parent Connection is helping kick things off with a celebration the whole family will love! Join us at […]
Back to School Community Resource Fair, Rapid City
11:00-2:00 CT / 10:00-1:00 MT A brand-new school year is right around the corner, and South Dakota Parent Connection is helping kick things off with a celebration the whole family […]
South Dakota Conference on Developmental Disabilities
This year’s theme is “Celebrating Strengths, Inspiring Change.” The goal is to bring people together to support individuals with developmental disabilities and help them live their best lives. The conference […]
Empower South Dakota - 2025 Diabetes Conference
Join us for the Empower Conference, a two-day event for people living with diabetes, their families, and anyone looking to learn more about preventing or managing diabetes. This event will […]
ADA Festival 35, Sioux Falls
Come celebrate with South Dakota Parent Connection and other community resources at ADA Festival 35—a fun and meaningful event for the whole community! This festival honors the Americans with Disabilities […]
Family Support 360 Town Hall Meeting
Free Parent Support Group
Going It Alone Join Parent Child Journey for an open and supportive conversation on the realities of single parenting—whether you’re truly solo or functionally single. This discussion group is a […]
Effective May 1, 2025: New Administrative Rules Process Regarding Psychoactive Medications
The new version of the rules removed the mandatory review by human rights committees for sedation and for medications that are for stabilization or treatment of diagnosed medical or psychiatric […]
Transition-to-Adulthood Resource Fair
Learn more about what is next! Do you have a child with a disability who is between 15 and 21 years old? If so, you are invited to a special […]
Charting the Lifecourse
  REGISTER For more information, please contact Katie Kelly, Katie.Kelly@state.sd.us or Carrie Geppert, Carrie.Geppert@state.sd.us.
Safety-Care Training (Pierre)
REGISTER Have questions? Contact Ella Cannot: ella.connot@state.sd.us or (605) 460-1918.
Safety-Care Training (Pierre)
REGISTER Have questions? Contact Ella Cannot: ella.connot@state.sd.us or (605) 460-1918.
Nominate an Innovator, Mentor, or Rising Star!
South Dakota Conference on Developmental Disabilities is excited to announce nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Conference! This year’s theme is Celebrating Strengths, Inspiring Change and there are […]
Family-Friendly Disability Resource Expo
There are a lot of amazing resources out there, but we’re all too familiar with how tricky it can be to find the right fit for yourself, or for your child, especially when […]
Kindergarten Transition Resource Fair
Getting ready for Kindergarten is a big milestone — here is some help to make it exciting and smooth! Come for an evening filled with resources, fun activities, and hands-on […]
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