TETONS: Community Craft
Come create, connect, and have fun at our Community Craft Night! This welcoming event is open to people of all ages, all abilities, and their friends, families, and supporters. No […]
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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.
Come create, connect, and have fun at our Community Craft Night! This welcoming event is open to people of all ages, all abilities, and their friends, families, and supporters. No […]
Join us for two part workshops to help you navigate healthcare and reduce medical trauma. Managing a disability within a complex medical system can be overwhelming. We'll share practical steps […]
Join us for two part workshops to help you navigate healthcare and reduce medical trauma. Managing a disability within a complex medical system can be overwhelming. We'll share practical steps […]
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 […]
Learn how to recognize bullying, how to report concerns, and what schools are required to do when an investigation begins. Get simple tools to help your child feel supported emotionally and learn who to talk to—and how—when bullying happens. -Understand what is and isn’t bullying -Spot early signs and know how to report concerns -Learn […]
Aprenda a reconocer el acoso escolar, cómo reportar sus preocupaciones, y qué están obligadas a hacer las escuelas cuando comienza una investigación. Obtenga herramientas sencillas para ayudar a que su hijo(a) se sienta apoyado y aprenda con quén hablar y cómo hacerlo cuando ocurra una situación de acoso escolar.
School avoidance is rarely just about missing class—it is often a signal of deeper emotional distress. Join Kimberly Wolsey & Cody Holmes from the OCD & Anxiety Centers for an insightful discussion on recognizing the warning signs of debilitating OCD, anxiety, and related disorders in children and teens. We will explore the underlying causes behind […]
Healthy friendships and romantic relationships require communication, trust, respect, and compromise. Learn skills to build relationships that are safe and enjoyable. 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 the full […]
Sibshops are a fun, game-based support group for Siblings of People with Disabilities to connect with one another to make friends, express feelings, & have fun with other kids who just “gets it.” Join us for: -Games -Lunch & Snacks -Crafts -Un-apologetic FUN! Come in costume!
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 disabilities. Utah Parent Center, in partnership with Utah Developmental Disabilities Council, has curated this unique material to meet the needs of self-advocates ages 18 and […]
Este taller ayuda a los jóvenes y a sus familias a aprender sobre la Autodeterminación, la Planificación Centrada en la Persona, Charting the LifeCourse y las Opciones de Vivienda. Los participantes explorarán herramientas prácticas para ayudar a los jóvenes a desarrollar su independencia, tomar decisiones, establecer metas y planificar su futuro. Las familias aprenderán estrategias […]
You are your child's most important advocate. This training will give you the knowledge and confidence to make sure they receive the support they need. You will learn how special education works, understand your rights, and discover practical strategies to become an equal partner with your child's school. Whether your child is just starting the […]