Parent Network of WNY is a community resource for families of individuals with special needs and for professionals who work with these families. Parent Network's goal is to empower families to success...
Parent Network of WNY is a community resource for families of individuals with special needs and for professionals who work with these families. Parent Network's goal is to empower families to successfully advocate for their children with special needs and to see that they receive proper care and education by offering seminars, workshops, conferences, information and referral services and resources. Parent Network is designated as a Community Parent Resource Center, funded through the U.S. Department of Education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and a Technical Assistance Parent Center, funded through the NYS Education Department. Who We Serve - Parent Network's staff specializes in empowering parents to communicate effectively with professionals and successfully advocate for their children. Parent Network also works with professionals by providing continuing education opportunities, resources and referral services. Professionals, parents and caregivers play a critical role in helping children with special needs achieve success in their lives. The majority of Parent Network's staff and board members are parents of children with disabilities, so they are able to bring personal experience and empathy when working with families. What We Do - Parent Network offers the tools necessary for parents and professionals to take an active role in the education of children and young adults with special needs.