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FamiliesFamilies and providers are encouraged to call or email! We can help you access information, resources, referrals and guidance. Our Family Resource Specialists can provide information in English, Spanish, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Families and providers are encouraged to call or e-mail to connect to one of our Family Resource Specialists
Our caregiver groups provide space for participants to seek peer-to-peer support on a repeating schedule.
The Parent Mentor Program provides families with individualized peer support to foster learning and independence.
We offer parent education workshops, IEP clinics and much more. You can see it all on our Events calendar.
Special Family Events provide opportunities to experience new activities in a stress-free, accepting space.
Our annual Information and Resource Conference (IRC), is day of learning from experts in the disabilities field and sharing of resources.
Resources for Families
Family Voices Conference – Registration is open!
Feb 6, 2023 | Accessibility, Advocacy and Legal, Community Events, Medical, Professionals
We are excited to announce the 2023 Family Voices Of California Health Summit registration is live! We are so thankful to the families and our partners for being able to present this fantastic two-day event. Please share this registration link with the families you...
3/6, Application Deadline for NASA’s Neurodiversity Network Summer Internships
Feb 6, 2023 | Accessibility, Education, Employment
https://youtu.be/fkb5RRLlmhg The N3 internship program is now open for applications for Summer 2023. Applications are due March 6, 2023.The application form is here: ApplicationDownload the internship flyer here: Flyer Each year through 2025, NASA's...
DSPS Accessible Theater Arts Teacher Sparks Creativity, Self-Confidence, and Self-Expression
Feb 6, 2023 | Uncategorized
DSPS student Heather Ostrau rehearses a song from the musical, “In The Heights” accompanied by pianist Paul Griffith at The Mission Campus, room 109. San Francisco, November 18, 2022. Beth Lederer/The Guardsman. Judy Goodman teaches with a purpose and is making a...
Registration is Open for the Information and Resource Conference!
Feb 3, 2023 | SFCD Promo
A FREE conference for families of children with disabilities, the professionals who work with them, and members of the community. 為殘疾兒童家庭舉辦的免費會議。有專業人員及社區成員與他們一起。 Una conferencia GRATUITA para las familias de niños con discapacidades, los profesionales que trabajan con...
2/9, Cal ABLE Office Hours
Feb 2, 2023 | Adult Services, Advocacy and Legal, Government Agencies, Planning for the Future
It’s time to kick off your 2023 financial goals with CalABLE!Whether you are considering opening an account, but still have a few questions, or you have one and want to learn more about maximizing it, this special Office Hours event is for you!Join us...
Research Study: The impact of California’s Multi-Tiered System of Support in High Schools
Jan 31, 2023 | Education, Opportunities for Input
Credit: Hastings High school Researchers at Georgetown University are seeking to analyze the impact of California’s Multi-Tiered System of Support in high schools on the educational experience of special education students. They need input from parents of high school...
Connections California: Transition to Adulthood Spring 2023 semester starts next week!
Jan 31, 2023 | Accessibility, Adult Services, Community Events, Government Agencies, Planning for the Future, Self Advocacy
Connections California: Transition to Adulthood is a FREE program to support YOU and your loved one with a disability in the complex transition to adulthood. Register now for webinars covering public benefits, regional center programs, self-determination,...
SF Rec and Parks Theraputic Recreation is Seeking Staff for Summer
Jan 27, 2023 | Employment, Recreation
San Francisco Recreation and Parks is an amazingly inclusive source of fun for San Francisco kids. They can't do it without an amazing staff! Please share these flyers with your favorite school paras and encourage them to apply. If your child happens to need support...
3/18, Information and Resource Conference
Jan 27, 2023 | Accessibility, Adult Services, Advocacy and Legal, Assesment and Screening, Chinese, Community Events, Early Childhood, Education, Family Support, Government Agencies, Medical, Mental Health, Parent Involvment, Planning for the Future, Professionals, Recreation, Self Advocacy, Social Justice, Spanish
When: March 18, 9 am -3 pmWhere: John O'Connell High School, 2355 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94110(virtual option available)A FREE conference for families of children with disabilities, the professionals who work with them, and community members. Workshops...