The Los Angeles Chapter of the Little People of America is one of the oldest chapters in the organization. It was started, and initially helmed, by the founder of the LPA itself, noted entertainer and philanthropist (and little person himself) Billy Barty. We serve the dwarfism and short stature community in the greater Los Angeles area by providing semi-regular meetings where people with dwarfism and their families can get together to share experiences and learn from each other, as well as participating in District 12 activities such as the regional conferences.

For almost 50 years Little People of America, Inc. (LPA) has been providing support to people with dwarfism. People with dwarfism come from all walks of life and ethnic backgrounds. More than 80 percent are born to average-size parents with no history of dwarfism in the family. Although some types of dwarfism may have associated medical complications, most short-statured individuals have a normal life span and normal intelligence. People with dwarfism achieve the same range of career paths as average-size persons. Our on-line and National Parents Group provides valuable information and opportunities for families. Children meet short-statured adult role models as well as other children with dwarfism. It is important to know that they are not alone. Parents exchange ideas and learn about health care, adapting the home and school, laws that address their children's needs, and everyday community experiences. LPA offers important support and guidance to teens and young adults on many issues, from dating, to scholarships, to choosing a college or career.

LPA Also Offers...
Many services to its members and the entire short-statured community. LPA, Inc., is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations. Hundreds of dedicated LPA volunteers throughout the US seek to improve the quality of life for short-statured people everywhere. LPA offers information on employment, education, disability rights, adoption of short-statured children, medical issues, clothing, adaptive devices, and parenting tips. Information is provided through a national newsletter, LPA Today, and numerous seminars and workshops which occur regionally at District Meetings, and nationally at our yearly National Conference. LPA also provides opportunities for social interaction as well as participation in athletic events through our sister organization, the Dwarf Athletic Association of America (DAAA). In addition, Little People of America also offers educational scholarships, medical-assistance grants, adoption assistance and community outreach programs.

Membership in the LPA is available to anyone 4'10" and under, and to their immediate family members.

We're hosting the 2010 Spring Regional conference for all of California and Nevada in Valencia, CA in April of 2010!