This book aims to assist families of people with disabilities to work together effectively. It is based on the premise that parents want to work consistently to improve the quality of life for their family member, and that empowerment through parent groups will create a valuable resource in the community for the betterment of all people with disability. It is for parent groups of all types and sizes and is based upon the knowledge and experience of the Queensland Parents group. The book is in five parts:- Aims, Goals, and Action Planning; Developing Group Commitment; Making Meetings Work; Formalities; Resources. Keywords: Community Development , Families; Searchword: Parents, Planning