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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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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

  • Dec192025
    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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  • Dec202025
    Spectrum Social & Girl Power Potluck Holiday Party

    We invite autistic adults ages 18 and over to join us for a holiday celebration. Please bring a treat to share with the group. Dec. 20, 2-4 pm. United Way Main Conference Room, 4699 Murphy Canyon Rd. www.autismsocietysandiego.org/calendar

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  • Jan42026
    Sensory Friendly Mornings at Children’s Museum of Discovery

    An early morning geared toward families with children on the spectrum or with sensory sensitivities. This event is a welcoming, comfortable environment for your child and family to enjoy the Museum in a quiet and accepting setting. Sundays, 9–10:30 am. $14. Children’s Museum of Discovery, 320 N. Broadway, Escondido. www.visitcmod.org

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  • Jan102026
    Winter Festival for the Special Needs Community

    Whether you’re building a snowman, sledding down the snow hill, taking a spin around the synthetic skate rink, making silly faces in a cool photo booth or discovering new friends in a winter wonderland character encounter, there is bound to be something for everyone. Jan. 10 2:30–3:30 p.m. Poway Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Dr., […]

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