Links for Parents

5 Steps to Getting an iPad Covered by Insurance: A Mom’s Story of Success – This is a simplified version of the steps 1 mother took in getting an iPad covered by insurance for her special needs child & who hopes that others can benefit from her information.

American Academy of Pediatrics
Whether you’re looking for general information related to child health or for more specific guidance on parenting issues, you’ve come to the right place. Here, you’ll find information regarding the American Academy of Pediatrics many programs and activities.

Autism Support Network Join our free support community and connect with thousands of other families and individuals touched by ASD. Find out what’s working for others, coping strategies, and life guides from others living what you’re going through now.

Brain Building in Progress   Brain building is an investment that yields high returns. An investment in the economic prosperity of everyone in Massachusetts. Learn about the science of brain building and why our future depends on it. Watch the Public Service Announcement.

Born Learning
Everyday life is a learning experience for children. Born Learning is a public engagement campaign that helps parents, grandparents and caregivers explore ways to turn everyday moments into fun learning opportunities.

Centers of Excellence for Children’s Well-being  (Parenting Series) The mission of the Centre of Excellence for Early Childhood Development (CEECD) is to improve our knowledge of the social and emotional development of young children.

Child Care Aware Parent Network is an organization within the National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (NACCRRA), brings you together with millions of people who share your concern about access to safe, affordable and nurturing child care.

Earned Income Tax Credit & Child Tax Credit Flyer – Informational flyer to see if you can qualify for the EITC.

Federation for Children w/Special Needs – a center for parents and parent organizations to work together on behalf of children with special needs and their families.  Offering workshops and training, advocacy and resources to parents of children with special needs.

Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, Inc. Creating a safe environment for your baby is the best thing you can do to ensure the first years are happy and healthy. Raising your bundle of joy takes care and knowledge. Being more aware of the products in and around your home is just another step that will become second nature as baby grows.

Kid’s Terrain - Free webinars, blogs & other family resources.

MASS 211  
Every day, someone somewhere in Massachusetts needs to find essential community services, an after school program, a food bank, or where to secure care for an aging parent. Many face these challenges, but don’t always know where to turn for help.  The solution is to dial 2-1-1                                

MassResources.org provides useful information about a wide range of assistance programs for people in need living in Massachusetts. It provides information on what benefits are available, how to apply, eligibility requirements, benefit amounts, and answers to commonly asked questions. 

National Tax credit outreach campaign How much are the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit worth in Tax Year 2010 for the 2011 filing season? 

Parents Helping Parents How much are the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit worth in Tax Year 2010 for the 2011 filing season?

Up & Away and Out of Sight! - educates parents and caregivers by: reminding them about safe medicine storage; providing them with information and tools to keep their child/children safe; and encouraging them to take action. En Espanol.

Search for a Licensed Adoption or Foster Care Agency

Search for a Mass Family Network Program (MFN)

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Tax Credit Resources for Parents
 Many times we experience significant life events that have a tax impact too! This page is designed to help you while explaining to taxpayers the tax impact of these events.

Teachers Resisting Unhealthy Children’s Entertainment (TRUCE) is a national group of educators deeply concerned about how children’s entertainment and toys are affecting the play and behavior of children in our classrooms.
US Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death from thousands of types of consumer products under the agency’s jurisdiction.

Zero to Three
Here you’ll find science-based information and tools designed to help parents and caregivers nurture their young children’s development.

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