Resources For Families With Special Needs

Connecting families (and individuals) with disabilities to resources, services and opportunities while encouraging an inclusive community and enhancing quality of life.

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Flourishing Families: The Ultimate Special Needs Resource Guide – 2025
Flourishing Families: The Ultimate Special Needs Resource Guide – 2025 It’s here! The 16th annual edition of Flourishing Families, San Diego and Imperial Counties’ most trusted resource guide for families and caregivers of children and adults with special needs. Whether you’re navigating a new diagnosis...

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All-Inclusive Day of Play: Starry Cinema & Resource Fair
All-Inclusive Day of Play: Starry Cinema & Resource Fair Join us for our 2nd Annual All-Inclusive Day of Play: Starry Cinema & Resource Fair on Sunday, April 13 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Salvation Army Kroc Center Corner Zone – 6845 University Ave., San...

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How to Encourage Speech Therapy Skills at Home
How to Encourage Speech Therapy Skills at Home Group speech and language therapy can be so beneficial for children, but the sessions are usually only one or two hours a week. Children need multiple repetitions, people and environments to learn and practice new skills....

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Kid-tested, Parent-approved Toys for Kids of All Abilities
Kid-tested, Parent-approved Toys for Kids of All Abilities When you have a child with special needs, it's not always easy to find toys and activities that are engaging, accessible and developmentally-appropriate. We’re excited to share these products and activities that were reviewed by...

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Upcoming Events

  • Mar292025
    Empowerment & Resource Fair

    FREE EVENT! For individuals and families of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  Discussion topics include advocacy, services, mental health and more. Mar 29 10 am–2 pm. La Mesa Community Center Arbor View Room, 4975 Memorial Dr. Must RSVP for lunch count: www.abetterlifetogether.org/event

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  • Mar292025
    “Mary Poppins the Musical” Sensory-Friendly

    A sensory-friendly performance the beloved Mary Poppins musical by the students of Mt. Carmel High School. It’s going to be SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS! Mar. 29 1–4 pm. $12–$15. Mt. Carmel High School, 9550 Carmel Mountain Rd. www.theatreatthemount.org/

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  • Apr12025
    Autism Acceptance Night

    Join the Padres for Autism Acceptance Night, presented by Easterseals Disability Services. Your Theme Game package includes a limited-edition themed hat, donation to a local community group, and a ticket to the Guardians vs. Padres game. April. 1 6:40 pm. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com

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  • Apr52025
    The Art of Autism: A Different Lens

    A collaborative exhibition celebrating the unique ways neurodivergent individuals perceive, create and contribute to the world featuring works from more than a dozen artists. April 5–July 27. $10; 17 & under free. Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way. https://the-art-of-autism.com/

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