Parents & Caregivers
You’re in the right place. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or simply looking for information, we’re here to support you and your family.

How We Support You
Raising a child with a disability or special health need can bring questions, decisions, and moments when you’re not sure where to turn. Vermont Family Network is here to walk beside you. On this page, you’ll find information, guidance, and tools to help you understand systems, explore options, and connect with people who truly listen. Our support is free, confidential, and grounded in real experience from parents who’ve been there too.
What to Expect
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Related Resources
Family Support Facebook Groups
Fact Sheets
Toolkits
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What Do I Do Now? Strategies to De-Escalate Challenging Behaviors that can Lead to Crisis
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What Does Vermont’s Pathways to Partnerships Bring to the Table?
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What Families Need to Know About Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
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What is Genetics? Part 1 of 3
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What Parents, Families & Caregivers Need to Know About Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
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What to expect at a Genetics Appointment? Part 3 of 3
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FAQs

Jessica Thompson
Burlington, Vermont
Stories & News
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Advancing Inclusive Communities
At age 75, Paul Lascelles was just settling into retirement and enjoying woodworking, certainly not expecting to be thrust back into the role of parenting a teenager.