Advocates for Children of New York

Child & Family Services in New York, New York. Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) for New York (Serving the 5 boroughs of New York City). 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 edu

Phone: (212) 947-9779

Address: 151 W. 30th Street, 5th Floor, New York, New York, 10001

Website: https://www.advocatesforchildren.org/

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: (866) 427-6033. Serving the 5 boroughs of New York City. Source: https://www.parentcenterhub.org/find-your-center/

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Frequently asked questions about Advocates for Children of New York

How do I contact Advocates for Children of New York?

You can call Advocates for Children of New York at (212) 947-9779 or visit 151 W. 30th Street, 5th Floor in New York, New York. Their website is https://www.advocatesforchildren.org/.

What services does Advocates for Children of New York offer?

Advocates for Children of New York 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 Center (P

Are services at Advocates for Children of New York free or low-cost?

Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Advocates for Children of New York at (212) 947-9779 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does Advocates for Children of New York support?

Advocates for Children of New York 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 Advocates for Children of New York?

Advocates for Children of New York 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 (212) 947-9779 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.