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.

      Tender Care PPEC has a New Homepage! (2025)

      We’re excited to announce our new homepage of 2025!

      We are Honored to Sponsor a Table at the 3rd Annual We Walk as Lions Dinner & Fashion Show!

      Tender Care is passionate about helping the special needs community, which is why we decided to sponsor a table at the upcoming 3rd Annual We Walk as Lions Dinner & Fashion Show. This event is held by Chasin A Dream Foundation to celebrate children battling illnesses and disabilities.

      Tender Care Attended First Coast Technical College’s Career Fair! [2024]

      We had so much fun attending First Coast Technical College’s Career Fair on April 2nd! This event was at First Coast Technical College in St. Augustine, Florida. We had a lot of students stop by our table to learn about Tender Care PPEC and how we are a great place to work!

      Tender Care PPEC Palatka – Bringing Compassionate Pediatric Care to Families Up to an Hour Away!

      At Tender Care PPEC, we believe every child deserves specialized, loving care. That’s why we proudly extend our services up to an hour from our Palatka center, ensuring families in rural and surrounding areas have access to the highest quality of Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care.

      Tender Care is Attending Pumpkin Fest on October 21st at 11am!

      We are so excited to attend Pumpkin Fest on October 21st at 11am! The fair is hosted by Chasin A Dream Foundation, located at Harbourside Place in Jupiter, FL. Stop by our table to learn more about us and get some candy!

      36 Years of Care at Tender Care PPEC

      🎉📅 What an incredible journey it’s been of 36 years of care! Today, we’re taking a moment to celebrate a milestone that’s close to our hearts. 🥳 Tender Care PPEC has been nurturing and providing exceptional care since 1988 – that’s 13,169 days of unconditional support, growth, and memories! 🌱💞

      3 Benefits Tricycles Offer for Physical Therapy

      Curious about how tricycles help with physical therapy? We explain three benefits tricycles have for your child with special needs.

      Curly Sue Visited Tender Care! [2023]

      Curly Sue visited our Ft. Lauderdale Tender Care center! She entertained the kids with a magic show and did face painting! The kids had a magical time filled with laughs and excitement.

      Tender Care was a Guest on Two Moms and Some Labels!

      Tender Care’s Director of Marketing, Thomas LoBianco, had the pleasure of being a guest on Two Moms and Some Labels! They discussed the benefits, services, and protocols of Tender Care PPEC.

      Tender Care Celebrated Mother’s Day 2024!

      We celebrated Mother’s Day 2024! We thank all mother figures, and devoted fathers pulling double duty from everyone here at Tender Care PPEC! We celebrate the boundless love, unwavering strength, and tireless dedication moms bring into the lives of their children every single day.