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What is Oregon Parent Training and Information Center (OR PTI)?

Oregon PTI is the statewide parent training and information center serving parents of children with disabilities. Our goal is to educate and support parents, families and professionals in building partnerships that meet the needs of children and youth with the full range of disabilities ages birth to 26. We are a regionalized model with staff living in the area that they serve.

Who should call?

  • Parents of children with disabilities, or suspected disabilities age birth to 26.
  • Parents of children with emotional or behavioral problems age birth to 26.
  • Professionals in educational, medical, or human service fields.

What services does Oregon PTI offer?

  • Lending Library of videos and books
  • Training on a variety of topics related to children with disabilities
  • IEP Partner Training and Matching
  • Information and referral
  • Special Education Help-Line
  • Monthly E-mail List of Trainings in Oregon
  • Statewide Conference 
  • Bimonthly newsletter
New Programs? The Oregon Parent Training and Information Center is initiating some new programs with collaborating partner agencies for parents in Oregon. They include:
  • Self Advocate Transition Training  
  • Enhanced Cultural Outreach
For information and implementation dates, please contact our Salem office.

Where is Oregon PTI?

Oregon PTI's services are available throughout the state. We currently have 5 regional trainers geographically dispersed throughout the state, but our main office is located in Salem at 22955 Liberty Street.

When is Oregon PTI open?

The Oregon PTI central office is generally open from 9 am to 4 pm. All of our staff work part time, and have obligations outside the office. There may be times that you would reach voicemail during our regular office hours. Our staff make every effort to return your call in a timely manner, usually within 24 hours.

How can I contact Oregon PTI?

  • Call us at 503-581-8156 or 888-505-2673 (toll-free in state only)
  • Special Education Help-Line 888-891-6784
  • Fax us at: 503-391-0429
  • Email us at: info@orpti.org

Six ways you can help Oregon PTI

  1. Volunteer in our Salem office.
  2. Become an IEP Partner
  3. Make a tax deductible charitable contribution.
  4. Assist YOUR Regional Coordinator in setting up a training.
  5. Donate items to our silent auction for our Conference.
  6. Coordinate a fund-raising activity in your community.


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Updated 11-28-05