Florida Support for Parents of Children with Special Needs

 Providing a Helping Hand for Special Needs Children and Families.

When your child gets diagnosed with an injury, disability, or illness, it can feel as if your world is falling apart. We want you to know that you are not alone. There are a plethora of Florida support organizations and resources to help you, your family, and your child.

Florida support

Parent to Parent of Miami

Parent to Parent of Miami is a community resource providing families of children and adults with special needs with information, education, and emotional support. They help parents become better prepared to meet the needs of their children. This non-for-profit is located in Miami-Dade County, Florida.

    Family Network on Disabilities of Florida

    Family Network on Disabilities of Florida

    Family Network on Disabilities of Florida, Inc. is a statewide network of families and individuals who may be at risk, have disabilities, or have special needs. FND works in communities around Florida organizing events, delivering free workshops, and providing assistance to families.

      Nathaniels Hope

      Nathaniel’s Hope

      Nathaniel’s Hope celebrates kids with special needs while educating and equipping communities to provide respite care and programs to their families. Nathaniel’s Hope is located in Orlando, Florida.

      The Family Café

      The Family Café

      Since 1998, The Family Café has connected Floridians with disabilities and their families with information, training, resources, and networking opportunities. They believe that by coming together during their Annual Family Café event, families can support, connect, and build disability-friendly communities. They are located in Tallahassee, Florida.

      OASN

      Outreach Autism Services Network (OASN)

      OASN is a non-profit organization that provides low-cost social and academic programs to individuals on the spectrum for autism and related neuro immune disorders residing in the state of Florida. They are located in Ocala, Florida.

      Tender Care

      Tender Care Medical Services

      Tender Care is a daycare-like center that supports special needs children by providing nursing care, skilled therapies, and developmental stimulation. Our skilled professionals also provide information and training to the child’s caregiver and/or family member. We have 6 locations throughout Florida, one being our newest Lake Park center.

      5 Amazon Sensory Toys for Your Special Needs Child

      Are you an avid Amazon shopper? Do you have a special needs child? We found 5 of the best sensory toys on Amazon for your child with special needs!

      Tender Care PPEC Nominated Best of the 352 for Best Skilled Nursing and Best Place to Work!

      Tender Care PPEC is thrilled to be nominated Best of the 352 for Best Skilled Nursing and Best Place to Work!

      Perry’s Moody Moos Came to Tender Care! [2023]

      Perry’s Moody Moos, LLC visited our Dunnellon Tender Care center! They brought bunnies, goats, a foal, and a calf! The kids had a blast learning about the animals and petting them.

      Alex from Tender Care Participated in the Hernando County Hawks Coin Toss on March 2nd!

      The Hernando County Hawks invited Alex, from our Spring Hill Tender Care center, to participate in the coin toss on March 2nd!

      We Attended the Developmental Differences Resource Fair on July 22nd!

      Tender Care PPEC attended the Developmental Differences Resource Fair on July 22nd! The fair was hosted by North Florida Behavior Consultants and the Jacksonville Icemen, located at Community First Igloo.

      9 Benefits of a PPEC Daycare for Children with Special Needs

      Often see the acronym PPEC but don’t know what it means? Discover the meaning of PPEC, the benefits of a PPEC daycare, and how PPEC pertains to your special needs child.

      Tender Care is having its Special Needs Resource Expo, April 1st at 1pm!

      Join us on April 1st at 1 pm for a fun FREE Special Needs Resource Expo to learn more about the resources and services available to you and your loved ones with special needs. We will have vendors, music, food, refreshments, kids’ games, and more!

      2025 Nurses Week was a Success!

      2025 Nurses Week is always a special time for us, but this year’s Spirit Week truly exceeded all expectations!

      Tender Care Welcomes Ft. Lauderdale/Lake Park Regional Marketing Specialist!

      We are thrilled to announce a new addition to the Tender Care PPEC family! Please join us in welcoming Rita, our new Regional Marketing Specialist for our Ft. Lauderdale and Lake Park centers. 🎉

      Hurricane Grill & Wings Donated to Tender Care PPEC (2024)!

      A great big, heartfelt THANK YOU to Hurricane Grill & Wings in St. Augustine! Thanks to the incredible generosity of their regular patrons and the owner’s matching contribution, we’re one step closer to making our patients’ special Christmas wishes come true.