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NewsMiami's Community NewspapersJuly 29, 2026Miami-Dade

Parent to Parent of Miami: Supporting Families of Children with Disabilities

This article profiles Farides (Fari) Garcia, the CEO of Parent to Parent of Miami, an organization dedicated to supporting families of children with disabilities. It highlights her personal journey from a parent seeking resources for her autistic son to leading the organization.

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Why It Matters

The organization provides resources and advocacy support for families navigating disability services in the Miami area.

Key Facts

  • Farides Garcia has served as the President and CEO of Parent to Parent of Miami since 2021.
  • Garcia first joined the organization in 2003 as a parent seeking support for her autistic son, David.
  • Garcia previously served as the board treasurer for the organization.
  • Garcia is a nurse by professional training.

Who's Mentioned

personFarides (Fari) Garcia“President and CEO of Parent to Parent of Miami.”personVictor Antunez“Interviewer and local real estate professional.”organizationParent to Parent of Miami“Nonprofit organization providing resources for families of children with disabil”locationMiami-Dade“Geographic area served by the organization.”personDavid“Son of Farides Garcia.”