Beyond the Basics: Spectrum of Possibilities

09/01/2026

📅 Mark Your Calendar!

We have several opportunities coming up to learn, connect, and find support with Parent to Parent of Georgia! 💙💚

Join us for upcoming virtual trainings and support group meetings covering topics and experiences important to Georgia families of children and youth with disabilities. Whether you’re looking for helpful information or a chance to connect with other families, we hope you’ll join us!

📌 Check out the dates and details below, or visit https://tinyurl.com/499v2kwu to view our full calendar of upcoming events.

Please share with a family who may benefit!

09/01/2026

Members of the Katie Beckett (KB) team recently met with care coordinators at the Marcus Autism Center to share information about the KB Medicaid program and answer questions about the application process. The team also highlighted the new secure application portal, making it easier for families to submit required documents.

Thank you to our Katie Beckett team for continuing to support Georgia’s children and families! To learn more about the Katie Beckett program, visit medicaid.georgia.gov/programs/all-programs/tefrakatie-beckett.

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

08/20/2026

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🎉 Congratulations to our 2026–2027 Honors Program Student Mentors! 🎉

We are proud to recognize this outstanding group of student leaders who have stepped up to serve, support, and inspire their fellow Honors Program members. 💙💛

Our mentors play an important role in helping students navigate their college experience, connect with opportunities, stay engaged, and reach their full potential.

👏🏽 Congratulations to our mentors! We look forward to an amazing year of leadership, mentorship, service, and success!

08/15/2026

📣 We’re Hiring in Augusta! 💙💚

Are you a parent or family member of a child with a disability or special healthcare need? Are you passionate about helping other families find the information, resources, and support they need?

Parent to Parent of Georgia is looking for a part-time Parent Partner in the Augusta area!

In this role, you’ll provide one-on-one assistance and guidance to families navigating educational and health-related issues while working closely with the East Central Health District.

📍 Augusta, GA – In Office
⏰ 20 hours per week
💵 $17/hour
📅 Apply by August 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET

If you have lived experience and a heart for supporting Georgia families, we’d love to hear from you!

📧 Visit https://tinyurl.com/56sm8mwv for full job posting and to apply.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this opportunity!

08/15/2026

The Albany Police Department would like to share an important contact update for Project Lifesaver.

Project Lifesaver is a program designed to assist in locating individuals who are at risk of wandering or becoming lost due to conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, autism, or other cognitive impairments. Participants are provided with a personalized tracking device that can help trained responders quickly locate them if they wander.

Cpl. Lashana Hudson will now serve as the primary contact for Project Lifesaver inquiries.

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: 229-854-2090

If you or a loved one may benefit from Project Lifesaver, please contact Cpl. Hudson for more information.

08/14/2026

📚 Helping our children become more independent learners starts with giving them the right tools!

Parent to Parent of Georgia is excited to participate in an upcoming Parent Webinar Series presented by the International Dyslexia Association – Georgia Branch.

Join us for "Raising Independent Learners: Executive Function Strategies Every Parent Can Use,” featuring Sucheta Kamath, M.A., BC-ANCDS, CCC-SLP. Families will learn practical strategies to help children strengthen executive function skills and become more confident, independent learners.

📅 Wednesday, September 16
⏰ 7:00 PM

We’re grateful for opportunities to collaborate with community partners and connect families with valuable information and resources. 💙💚

🔗 Learn more and register: GA.dyslexiaida.org/events/2026sept16