• Involve families who represent a wide range of experience. Include those who are currently receiving services, as well as "veteran" parents. Strive to include families who represent a diversity of viewpoints, as well as a variety of racial, ethical, and cultural backgrounds.
• Make the process accessible. Mutually convenient times and places for training are essential. This may mean that training is held outside traditional work places and business hours.
• Pay families for participating. Offer families reasonable payment for developing, conducting, reviewing, and evaluating training programs, as well as reimbursement for child care, travel, and other expenses.
• Offer supports. Offer to help families acquire skills needed to participate in the development and delivery of training. Other useful supports might include clerical services, work space, and photocopying.