Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC)

Child & Family Services in New London, Connecticut. Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) for Connecticut. Federally funded under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). Provides families of children with disabilities (birth through age 26) with information, training, and support to navigate the special education system. Services include one-on-

Phone: (860) 739-3089

Address: 5 Shaws Cove, Suite 102, New London, Connecticut, 06320

Website: https://cpacinc.org/default.aspx

Languages: English; many centers offer Spanish; additional languages vary by site (CPRCs typically serve specific cultural/linguistic communities)

Services offered: IEP and 504 plan support, special education advocacy training, parent rights under IDEA and Section 504, transition planning (school to adult services), dispute resolution (mediation, due process), information & referral on disability services, workshops and trainings for parents, one-on-one consultation, secondary transition planning, school discipline rights for students with IEPs/504s, bilingual outreach (varies by center)

Ages served: Children and youth with disabilities birth through age 26, and their families

Good to know: Federally funded parent center listed in the CPIR/parentcenterhub.org national directory (verified live April 2026, HTTP 200, non-parked). Designation: PTI. Toll-free: (800) 445-2722. Source: https://www.parentcenterhub.org/find-your-center/

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Frequently asked questions about Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC)

How do I contact Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC)?

You can call Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) at (860) 739-3089 or visit 5 Shaws Cove, Suite 102 in New London, Connecticut. Their website is https://cpacinc.org/default.aspx.

What services does Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) offer?

Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) offers IEP and 504 plan support, special education advocacy training, parent rights under IDEA and Section 504, transition planning (school to adult services), dispute resolution (mediation, due process), information & referral on disability services, workshops and trainings for parents, one-on-one consultation, secondary transition planning, school discipline rights for students with IEPs/504s, bilingual outreach (varies by center). Serves Children and youth with disabilities birth through age 26, and their families. Parent Training and Information Ce

Are services at Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) free or low-cost?

Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) at (860) 739-3089 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) support?

Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) reports providing services in: English; many centers offer Spanish; additional languages vary by site (CPRCs typically serve specific cultural/linguistic communities). If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.

Who is eligible for services at Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC)?

Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) reports serving Children and youth with disabilities birth through age 26, and their families. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (860) 739-3089 to confirm before visiting.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.