Parent LINK: Linking Information, Networks, and Knowledge

Have you ever struggled to understand your child’s IEP or special education services?
Would you be willing to share your experiences to help other parents navigate the special education system?
Have you ever wished someone had been there to guide you through your child’s educational journey?
Do you want to be part of a community where parents support parents?
Would you be interested in participating in community meetings, advisory committees, or parent leadership opportunities?

We want to help

Connect parents of children with special needs with trained, experienced parent mentors who have lived through the special education system themselves.

What is Parent LINK?

The Parent LINK program is a peer-support and mentorship initiative created through a partnership between Idaho Parents Unlimited (IPUL) and the Idaho Department of Education.

Offer local guidance

Mentors offer face-to-face or local support, tailored specifically to a family’s school district. Assistance covers navigating Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), understanding special education rights, and identifying local resources.

If you are looking for a Parent LINK partner in your school district or need help with a specific IEP question or referral, please let us know your school district or county in Idaho, and we can guide you through the next steps.

The goal is to show parents that they don’t have to be experts in special education to get involved. They just need a willingness to share, learn, connect, and support other families. We look forward to partnering with you. Your experiences matter, your voice matters, and you can make a difference.