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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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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How to Prepare for IEP Meetings
How to Prepare for IEP Meetings For many parents, a looming IEP meeting causes waves of anxiety. We want our children to have access to the best possible education, but beneficial supports are rarely established quickly or easily. If the IEP...

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A Difficult Conversation: Mental Health in Children and Adults with Disabilities
A Difficult Conversation: Mental Health in Children and Adults with Disabilities When Michelle*, a San Diego mother of two, began noticing unusual behaviors in her 7-year-old son, a wave of concern came over her. "We already had a diagnosis of Autism, but it felt like a...

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Future Planning for Children with Disabilities
Future Planning for Children with Disabilities One of the biggest life changes for families who have children with disabilities and special needs is the transition from the school setting to adulthood. The “when and how” of life planning for the future...

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  • Nov82025
    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. Registration required. Familia-a-familia día de juego. Conozca familias de pequeños con discapacidades (o discapacidad sospechada). ¡Conectese y desarrolle su comunidada! […]

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  • Nov92025
    Play My Way with Friendship Circle

    Join a fun-filled morning of inclusive play and new friendships, with adaptive equipment for all abilities. Family-friendly and space is limited. Sunday, November 9, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.7540 Metropolitan Dr, Suite 103, San Diego, CA 92108 Register at FriendshipSD.org/Programs under “Program RSVP 2025” and choose “Community Day.”

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  • Nov102025
    Mindful Motion

    Come walk, roll, or stroll with EFRC! We will take an accessible route and explore a different part of Balboa Park. Along the way, we will get a chance to briefly “try on” a different mindfulness practice. Participants will have an opportunity to connect with other families. All ages welcome. ¡Ven a caminar, rodar o […]

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  • Nov142025
    Lifting Spirits Parent Hour

    21+, Adults Only – Join EFRC  for a laid-back meet-up for parents navigating and advocating for their children (and adults). Together we’ll share wins, work through worries, and lift each other up. Order (and pay for) your favorite drink and pull up a chair. Mayores de 21 años, solamente adultos – Una reunión informal para […]

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