Resources For Families With Special Needs

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2025 Excellence in Journalism Awards for Flourishing Families
2025 Excellence in Journalism Awards for Flourishing Families The Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego received 3 Excellence in Journalism awards at the 52nd Annual San Diego Press Club Awards this year! Linda St. Angelo Burritt won first place in the Public Service/Consumer Advocacy category...

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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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Sponsor a Christmas tree or ornament and support the Special Needs Resource Foundation today!
Sponsor a Christmas tree or ornament and support the Special Needs Resource Foundation today! Sponsor a Christmas tree or ornament this holiday season, and part of your donation will support the Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego. Our mission is to connect families and individuals with disabilities to...

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Frequently Used Acronyms for Your Toolbox
Frequently Used Acronyms for Your Toolbox Learning the jargon and plethora of abbreviated terms used in the special needs community is like learning a new language. If you feel overwhelmed or confused, here is a handy cheat sheet to help keep...

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Upcoming Events

  • Dec122025
    Signing Storytime

    A 45-minute storytime for children ages 0-3 including books and music with the addition of ASL signs with Jennifer Duncan from Signs at Play. The last 10-15 minutes of storytime will be available for Q&A so caregivers can learn more about ASL and using signs at home. Oct. 24, 10-10:45 am. College-Rolando Library, 6600 Montezuma […]

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  • Dec132025
    Sensory-Friendly Performance: How The Grinch Stole Christmas!

    This special performance of the holiday favorite is designed for children on the autism spectrum and other families with special needs. Enjoy a welcoming, supportive environment with slight production adjustments, including fewer loud noises and flashing lights.Saturday, Dec. 13 10 a.m.The Old Globe – 1363 Old Globe Way, 92101Tickets: Call (619) 234-5623 or for more […]

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  • Dec132025
    Early Start Together Playdates

    Join EFRC for Parent-to-Parent Playdates! Meet other parents of infants and toddlers with disabilities (or suspected disabilities). Connect and build your community! Get to know other parents as you give your baby or toddler social time. For more info contact shassani@sdsu.edu. Registration required. Light refreshments provided. We can talk about: behavior, sleep, eating, resources, diagnosis, […]

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  • Dec132025
    Gigi’s Playhouse Annual Holiday Party and PB Holiday Parade

    Pre-parade party includes hot cocoa, light snacks, holiday crafts and games. Dec. 13, 11 am-2 pm. All ages welcome. Holiday party: 11 am. Pacific Beach Holiday Parade: 1 pm. Questions? Email sandiego@gigisplayhouse.org. 4761 Cass St. (park at Christ Lutheran Church). www.gigisplayhouse.org/sandiego

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