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Parent to Parent at Risk | Spokane News
A beloved state program helping families raise kids with developmental disabilities is on the brink of being cut — but lawmakers are rallying to save it. Parent to Parent, which connects new parents with experienced ones across all 39 counties, handles tens of thousands of requests yearly at a cost of just $900,000. Advocates argue it’s a low-cost lifeline that saves money long-term by empowering families to navigate services and avoid costly interventions. Nearly 40 lawmakers have urged the governor to protect the program, calling it essential for isolated families. While state officials…
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