For many families, a neurodevelopmental diagnosis is not the beginning of support; it's the beginning of a maze.

Parents are handed reports, referrals, acronyms, waiting lists, and decisions that feel urgent, often with little guidance on what comes next. The emotional weight can be overwhelming. The practical realities can be even harder.

At Little Oaks, we're building something different: a place where families can find trusted guidance, meaningful connection, and support that meets them where they are.

This summer, we're taking the first step.

In July, we're launching two free pilot programs for families in New York City.

Family Navigation Intensive

A personalized, one-on-one support program for families in the first six to eighteen months following a neurodevelopmental diagnosis.

Working alongside a trained navigator, caregivers will gain clarity on educational rights, available services, next steps, and long-term planning. Each family will leave with a customized action plan and the confidence that comes from having a trusted guide through an often confusing process.

Parent Circle

An eight-week peer support cohort for caregivers raising children with neurodevelopmental differences.

Facilitated by individuals with both professional expertise and lived experience, Parent Circle creates space for honest conversation, mutual support, and connection. It's an opportunity for caregivers to step out of isolation and into community.

Together, these pilots address two critical needs: practical navigation and emotional support.

Our goal is to raise $50,000 to launch and sustain both programs through the summer, compensate facilitators and navigators fairly, provide materials and program resources, capture outcomes, and learn what families need most as we build toward something larger.

Every contribution helps make these programs accessible at no cost to participating families.

This campaign isn't funding a future idea. It's helping real families access support right now.

The first programs.
The first families.
The first step toward a stronger, more connected support system for neurodiverse children and the people who love them.

Thank you for helping us build it.

Help Launch Little Oaks' First Programs