Philadelphia Parent Support Groups

03/17/2026

Today is Profound Autism Day.

Today is the 2nd Annual Profound Autism Day. Vision for Equality is celebrating today, by sharing information and resources about Profound Autism. We also invite you to join us in our advocacy.

03/15/2026

What do you want your family or friends to know when you need care? Are you taking care of a family member? What do they want when they need care?

Join us for this important conversation, led by Marianne Roche.

Register today!

Email Carol Costello- ccostello@visionforequality.org or call
267-702-1601

03/14/2026

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Caring for Loved Ones With Profound Autism Support Group: Building a Strong Support Team. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

03/10/2026

Join us for an in-person Advocates and Caregivers’ Cafe.

Friday, March 13, 2026
10:30am to 1:00pm

Register here to attend:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VUmUkITGRsqdu23g1ebt_A?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQKNjYyODU2ODM3OQABHn_Z0PRwrCKAlgFXIYFmCu_xgMEo3bNx9nrYYQLN5nW3RhcQdM6GsXhy7VlV_aem_6NU-q3o8p2uj3rhFwctlJQ #/registration

03/08/2026

Vision for Equality celebrates International Women’s Day.

International Women's Day (March 8th) celebrates all women, with a dedicated focus on uplifting the 1 in 5 women globally living with disabilities. We recognize the unique challenges disabled women face, honoring their achievements in advocacy, leadership, and technology, and calling for enhanced accessibility, rights, and inclusion.

03/07/2026

Join us today and learn from Sandra Carroll about resources you and your familcan benefit from.
Here is the link:

https://cmu.zoom.us/j/97577452070?pwd=aHRXd09vbmdPQ0tGT3NrUmhCVTk2UT09

03/06/2026

Want to become a stronger advocate for your child or young adult?

PEAL’s Family Leadership Institute helps families build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate education, healthcare, and disability systems.

Here are a few important things every family advocate should know. Ready to strengthen your advocacy?

Spanish interpretation and travel support are available to help families participate.

Register now at pealcenter.org/phillyfli-spring2026

03/04/2026

Today marks 3 years since Judy’s passing 💜 Every March 4th serves as a reminder to “march forth” in her honor!

Artwork by Avital Dayanim, photo by Shuran Huang

Image Description: Judy Heumann in her wheelchair smiling. Around the photo is a yellow and pink collage with flowers and leaves.

03/04/2026

Registration now open for Dementia training. Click here to reserve your spot https://www.pchc.org/training.html

03/03/2026

📲 Calling all Parents and Caregivers! 📲

➡️Are you a parent of a student with disabilities?
Join the Local Task Force (LTF) for support, guidance, and solutions!

✅ Get help with special education concerns
✅ Problem-solve services and supports
✅ Connect with school staff and other parents
✅ Learn about community resources

Meetings are virtual, monthly, and free to attend. ➡️Click the link below to register and let’s work together to support your child’s success!

➡️http://bit.ly/4paNgpY

03/02/2026

🎉 It's Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! From the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities, the theme of: "We’re Here. Then, Now, Always." is the message. People with developmental disabilities have always been part of our communities — and always will be. Our continued advocacy is critical to ensuring full inclusion and support for people to live, learn, work, and thrive in their communities. JOIN US!

03/02/2026

Join the Public Interest Law Center and the Legal Clinic for the Disabled for a special education legal clinic on March 4. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with a special education lawyer.

RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4TawEEv7ZKVSYDM5DkuQC8jri4tyN9tc5FUWJMYOEq5nHvw/viewform