Learning, connection, and support, wherever you are.
The Utah Parent Center hosts and partners on events throughout the year to support parents, caregivers, youth, and professionals working with children and youth with disabilities.
Our events are designed to be practical, welcoming, and empowering—whether you’re just starting your journey or have years of experience advocating for your child or family.
Join Nathan Cole from the Social Security Administration for a free, easy-to-understand workshop. We will explain how to apply for Social Security benefits for children. You will learn about: *Survivor Benefits: Support for children when a parent passes away. *Disability Benefits (SSI): Supplemental Security Income for children with qualifying medical conditions *Eligibility Rules: Who can […]
Join Dr. Ben Springer for practical tools to help identify and respond to demand avoidance at home, at school, and beyond! Attendees will learn ready-to-use strategies to address demand avoidance in school-aged children and how demand avoidance is manifested and maintained.
Just Got a New Disability Diagnosis for Your Child? You’re Not Alone. Join our FREE Parent-to-Parent Support Group – a safe, welcoming space for parents navigating a new diagnosis. ✔️ Ask Questions ✔️ Get Real-Life Advice from Other Parents ✔️ Find Your Community 🗓 Virtual groups on the first Tuesday of each month! Whether you're […]
Your voice matters. Your experience matters. Your family deserves a seat at the table. Join this 3-part training series to build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to advocate for your family and the broader disability community. Learn how to navigate the legislative process, share your story, connect with policymakers, and turn lived experience into meaningful […]
Learning and growth happen at your kitchen table! Join us for a discussion on how to turn daily routines like snack time and bath time into natural learning opportunities. Help your child reach their next big milestone while just having fun!
Whether you're getting ready for your first IEP meeting or want to feel more confident at your next one, this interactive 3-hour IEP Boot Camp will give you the knowledge and tools to advocate with confidence. You'll learn how to: •Understand the purpose and key parts of an IEP. •Prepare for IEP meetings and participate […]
Discover the green flags and red flags of relationships, recognize warning signs of abuse, and know when and how to ask for help. We offer FREE classes for teens with intellectual and/or developmental disabilties (I/DD), each covering key topics in healthy relationships, personal safety, communication, and sexuality. Teens may attend any class, though we recommend […]
Come connect with other Deaf and Hard of Hearing families at Utah’s Hogle Zoo! Free admission for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and one parent, with discounted tickets available for the rest of the family.
TETONS "Healthy Relationships for Safe Outcomes" includes a free 8-week class and individualized 1:1 relationship coaching. We help map a road to relationships, self-determination, and personal safety for individuals with […]
Grupo para padres que experimentan criar a hijos con necesidades especiales. Reúnase con el grupo para relacionarse, charlar y recibir apoyo de otras personas viviendo experiencias similares.
Join to hear about the HELP>hurt Framework© - a simple, practical solution for reducing pediatric and caregiver medical trauma, and recovering from it once it exists. Hilary Thompson, CTSS, is […]
Your voice matters. Your experience matters. Your family deserves a seat at the table. Join this 3-part training series to build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to advocate for your […]
