Individualized Assistance

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At South Dakota Parent Connection, helping families and professionals has been at the heart of our work since 1985. We serve families with children with all disabilities and special needs, whether emotional, behavioral, learning, physical, or mental health. Our staff are parents and family members of children with disabilities who can relate to the challenges you face. Caring and knowledgeable staff provide information and guidance to families that help support the needs of their child.

Experienced staff will listen to your concerns, provide information that will help you better understand your role, and help develop a comprehensive plan for addressing your unique needs. We can help improve your level of understanding so that you can move forward feeling more empowered to advocate for your child.

We can help families with unique needs:

access information, resources, and support
learn about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and special education
increase understanding of how to use their child's strengths for growth
make more informed decisions
advocate for the support of their child’s needs

“With a recent diagnosis, starting therapies, being on wait lists, and etc., this has been a difficult process for our family all together. Things I thought could help this process and/or our family have been very disappointing and honestly have put nothing but added stress on us, and more specifically me. It’s hard being the mama bear sometimes! However, South Dakota Parent Connection has been a complete blessing! I have spoken with a few different staff, and you all have been great! We truly appreciate you and want to thank you for all that you do for us and other families like ours. Even if it is just listening, it helps more than you will ever know! I would be lost if this resource was not available to us. Thank you!”

Some kids struggle in school and the struggle is even harder without the proper support. Because there are times when complicated school-related issues require additional information and support, South Dakota Parent Connection has a variety of programs and resources available.