Center for Parent Information and Resources

Center for Parent Information and Resources
Type:	Non-profit
Parent organization:
Employees:
Executive:	Director
Budget:
Address:	570 Broad Street, Suite 702, Newark, NJ 07102
Website:	https://www.parentcenterhub.org/
Creation Legislation:	Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Wikipedia:	Center for Parent Information and Resources

Center for Parent Information and Resources

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Mission
To provide information, resources, and support to assist parents of children with disabilities in understanding their rights, accessing services, and participating effectively in their children's education; to empower families and enhance outcomes for children with disabilities.

Services
Information Dissemination; Technical Assistance; Parent Training

Regulations

Center for Parent Information and Resources (CPIR) serves as a hub for the network of Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs) and Community Parent Resource Centers (CPRCs), providing resources to support families of children with disabilities.

Official Site

Mission

The mission of CPIR is to offer comprehensive support to parents, educators, and professionals by providing access to accurate and useful information about disabilities, education services, and rights under the law. CPIR aims to empower families to advocate effectively for their children, thereby improving educational outcomes and the quality of life for children with disabilities.

Parent organization

CPIR does not have a parent organization but works in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP).

Legislation

CPIR's work is supported by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which mandates the provision of parent education and information.

Partners

Network of Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs)
Community Parent Resource Centers (CPRCs)
Various advocacy groups and educational institutions

Number of employees

The number of employees specifically for CPIR is not publicly detailed.

Organization structure

Resource Development creates and maintains informational materials.
Technical Assistance provides guidance to Parent Centers.
Outreach and Engagement focuses on disseminating information and training.

List of programs

Parent Center Hub for Resource Sharing
National Technical Assistance Center for Parent Centers
Workshops and Webinars for Parents
Resource Library on Disabilities and Education

Last total enacted budget

The specific budget for CPIR is not publicly disclosed as it is part of broader funding for parent centers under IDEA.

Leader

CPIR is led by a Director.

Services provided

CPIR provides services like an extensive resource library, technical assistance to parent centers across the U.S., training programs for parents and professionals, and support in navigating special education laws and services. It also facilitates parent-to-parent support and community engagement.

Regulations overseen

CPIR does not oversee regulations but helps ensure that parents and professionals are aware of and can comply with educational regulations relevant to children with disabilities.

Headquarters address

570 Broad Street, Suite 702, Newark, NJ 07102

Website

https://www.parentcenterhub.org/

Wikipedia article

There is no specific Wikipedia article for CPIR; for context, see wikipedia:Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

External links