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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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2026 South Dakota Special Education Conference
Date: March 3 & 4, 2026Location: Sioux Falls Convention CenterAudience: Parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals Join families and professionals from across South Dakota at the 2026 South Dakota Special Education […]
Qualifying for an IEP: A Parent's Guide to Understanding the Special Education Evaluation Process Video
This video provides information on understanding why evaluations are done. It explains what the law (IDEA) says about initial evaluations, shares who is part of this evaluation team, and shows […]
Families Together Support Group
South Dakota Parent Connection is happy to offer Families Together, a virtual statewide support group for parents and guardians of children, youth, and young adults with disabilities. This group is a safe […]
South Dakota RehabACTion Fall Conference
Serving the vocational rehabilitation needs of people with disabilities throughout South Dakota, South Dakota RehabACTion is an organization composed of community professionals, private professionals, educators, families, persons with disabilities, as well as friends and […]
Community Response to Child Abuse Conference
This two-day conference provides opportunities for continuing education, networking, learning, and collaboration for those who work to prevent and respond to child maltreatment and trauma. To view more details about […]
Community Action for Veterans Conference
Join us for a special two-day event focused on helping veterans and military families—especially in small towns and rural areas. This conference brings together parents, teachers, social workers, health helpers, […]
Providing Professionals Real Life Family Experiences
September 2025 through April 2026 Families and future professionals in the USD LEND (interdisciplinary leadership program) will be matched to share in some of the lived experiences of families, expanding […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Requesting Your Input
At South Dakota Parent Connection, we believe that your experiences and insights are invaluable, and we warmly invite you to share your thoughts with us. Your feedback on our current […]
ASL Anywhere (American Sign Language)
On-demand sign language interpreting services on your mobile device for South Dakota residents who are deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind. Services are provided for direct-to interpreter, social gatherings, or […]
Research Study
Join our program on school-home communication for educators and families of children with autism! Are you the parent of a child with Autism between the ages of 3 and 21? […]
Kinship South Dakota, Lutheran Social Services
Kinship South Dakota offers support, resources, and assistance to kinship caregivers. Kinship caregivers include relatives, members of a tribe or clan, godparents, stepparents, or other adults who have a relationship […]
Input Needed on the Division for Early Childhood Recommended Practices
Are you a family member of a child receiving developmental and/or educational services and supports, or a practitioner currently serving children 0-5. Your input is needed! The DEC Recommended Practices (DEC RPs) offer guidance […]
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