The purpose of this applied research project was to investigate the problem of the lack of parent training and advocacy centers in rural areas, which currently affects many parents of children with disabilities and educational agencies across the United States. This research paper will enhance the readers understanding of why the problem exists, explain how it impacts parent of children with disabilities and educational agencies, and provide plausible solutions to address the problem. The research paper will start with a brief discussion of the nature of the problem and the stakeholders involved. The project will then move the investigation forward with a meta-analysis. This analysis will include a brief review of the literature, discussion of the findings and conclusions, an explanation of the ethical implications of the research, and plausible solutions to overcome the problem. Finally, the research project will end with a summary.