About This Event
A Night Built for Your Whole Family
Supporting Families and Their Children brings parents, caregivers, and children together for an evening of real conversation, practical resources, and community — no matter where you are in your journey.
Whether you’re navigating a new diagnosis, working through an IEP, or simply looking to connect with other families who get it, this event is designed to meet you where you are. Choose from small-group breakout sessions led by UPC Parent Consultants, browse a resource fair with community partners, and let your kids join supervised activities while you connect with other parents.
Light dinner, childcare, and all materials are provided at no cost. Spanish interpretation is available upon request.
What to Expect
Moments From Our Family Events
A warm, judgment-free space where families connect, learn, and recharge together.
The Evening
Event Itinerary
Here’s how the evening will unfold — come for all of it, or just the parts that fit your family.
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5:00 PM
Check-In & Welcome Reception
Doors open. Grab a light dinner, meet the UPC team, and browse resource tables before the program begins.
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5:30 PM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
A short welcome from the Utah Parent Center team setting the tone for the evening.
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5:45 PM
Breakout Sessions — Choose Your Track
Small-group sessions led by UPC Parent Consultants: IEP & 504 Basics, Early Intervention, or Transition Planning.
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6:45 PM
Family Connection Time
Parent panel and open Q&A in the main room, while kids enjoy supervised activities in our family room.
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7:30 PM
Community Resource Fair
Connect one-on-one with local partner organizations, pick up take-home resources, and enter giveaways.
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8:00 PM
Closing & Thank You
Wrap-up remarks and a chance to schedule a follow-up consultation before you head out.
Come Prepared
Event Resources
Print, save, or share these materials with your family ahead of the event.
Event Flyer
A printable, shareable one-pager with the date, time, location, and a quick overview of the evening.
Download PDFSchedule & Breakout Guide
Full run-of-show plus details on each breakout track so you can plan your evening in advance.
Download PDFRelated Reading
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Space is limited and fills up fast — let us know your family is coming so we can plan dinner, childcare, and breakout sessions accordingly.