March 20, 2023
March 13, 2023
New 2023 Flourishing Families Available
We are excited to present the 14th annual edition of Flourishing Families, San Diego County’s most comprehensive resource guide for families and caregivers of children and young adults with special needs. This year the publication contains...
January 10, 2023
ShopAble: Support Business Owners with Disabilities
Purchasing products and services from business owners with disabilities or chronic medical conditions allows them to achieve independence and self-reliance. It also encourages inclusion and people having agency in our community. The more “able” we...
December 5, 2022
ShopAble Holiday Gift Guide 2022
The Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego is excited to present a group of talented, local artisans with disabilities who create a variety of products perfect for gift giving this holiday season. Introducing San Diego’s...
November 18, 2022
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 age-appropriate. We’re excited to share these toys and activities that were reviewed by...
Useful Products for Families with Special Needs
Experts in the special needs community—local parents (with children of varying ages) and therapists (physical, ABA, occupational and speech therapists) reviewed the awesome products below, each of which have adaptable features. You’ll find comfortable clothing...
November 3, 2022
Big Al’s Best: Toffee-maker builds community through entrepreneurship
Alex Jaeger is the easygoing 30-year-old behind Big Al’s Best—a toffee and greeting card business he operates alongside his mother, Joanna. Alex has Autism and Type 1 Diabetes. “His goal in life is to be a...
October 3, 2022
Balancing the Brain and Body: Support total child health using Polyvagal Theory
Mental health has long been thought of as secondary in overall child wellness, and we often hold people more accountable for mental health diagnoses than those with disease of the kidney or heart. However, the...
September 6, 2022
San Diego Gives 2022
You already know the importance of eating and shopping local—now join the movement to GIVE locally. San Diego Gives is shining a light on the tremendous work of nonprofits throughout the county in a 24-hour...
August 15, 2022
Mobile version of ShopAble Holiday Gift Guide 2022
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July 26, 2022
Tell Me More: How to support alternative communicators
Luke has a unique genetic condition and a happy disposition. He will talk to anyone who shows interest and has time to chat. When Luke was a toddler, expressing his needs was challenging, so mom...
July 18, 2022
Fantastic Time at the All Inclusive Day of Play 2022
We had so much fun hosting our 5th annual All Inclusive Day of Play Event! Thanks to all the families and organizations who were able to join us at the event! We were able to...
July 5, 2022
All the Things I Did Wrong
I often wish I could hit the rewind button on my special needs parenting journey, which is why I love helping families with children who are newly diagnosed. It’s an amazing opportunity to offer perspective...
June 27, 2022
Fun at the All Inclusive Read 3×3 Event 2022
We had so much fun hosting our fourth annual All Inclusive READ 3x3 Literacy Event. Families from around the county joined us for book readings and crafts from 3 local authors, Pam Fong, Marcie Colleen,...
June 1, 2022
All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair 2022
It’s one of our favorite days of the year—and all activities and resources are free and open to the public! Kids of all abilities will love this event brought to you by the Special Needs...
May 23, 2022
Accessible Media Arts Training
Training in media arts—including audio and video production, digital photography, and coding—can offer exciting new avenues for creative expression. Heidi Tulcan, MT-BC is a board-certified music therapist who works with podcasting students through Able ARTS...
May 20, 2022
All-Inclusive READ 3X3 Literacy Event
Join the Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego for our FREE, in-person event on Saturday, June 25 from 10 am-12 noon at the San Diego Central Library – 330 Park Blvd, San Diego, 92101. Three authors,...
May 8, 2022
Enjoy an Accessible San Diego – local attractions offer helpful accommodations to kids and caregivers
Many of San Diego’s favorite parks, museums and theme parks offer accommodations for kids with special needs—but they’re thinking of parents and caregivers, too. Here are local spots that have amenities designed to make life...
April 18, 2022
Fantastic Movie Night Experience
We had so much fun hosting this year's movie night fundraiser! Thank you to all the guests, who came out in support of the event. All event proceeds will go to helping families with special...
April 8, 2022
Resources for Transition to Adulthood
We've added a new section to Flourishing Families, which is dedicated to the transition to adulthood. You’ll find organizations, resources and groups in San Diego County that support youth and young adults on the road to independence. Discover...
April 4, 2022
Choosing Camps for Children with Special Needs
As summer camp season is upon us, we are looking for camps that serve both of our boys, one with a genetic anomaly. We’ve learned a lot by trial and error. Here are key factors...
March 22, 2022
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore Movie Night Fundraiser
See the blockbuster movie, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore while raising money to help families with special needs! Join our nonprofit for this year’s, in-person Movie Night experience on Saturday April 16, 6pm at UltraStar Cinemas...
March 9, 2022
New 2022 Flourishing Families Available
We are excited to present the 13th annual publication of Flourishing Families, San Diego’s most comprehensive resource guide for families and caregivers of children and young adults with special needs. Discover more than 1,300 resources to help parents...
December 20, 2021
An Amazing Movie Night for Families
We had so much fun hosting this year's movie night fundraiser! Thank you to all the guests, who came out in support of the event. All event proceeds will go to helping families with special...
November 28, 2021
Our Movie Night Experience is Sold Out!
Our Movie Night Experience is now sold out. Thank you to all of our amazing guests who purchased tickets for our Movie Night Fundraiser, Spider-Man No Way Home. You can still make a difference this season...
November 10, 2021
ShopAble for the Holiday Season
The holidays are upon us and this is the year of the Maker! Before you purchase holiday decor, tableware and gifts for loved ones, we’d like to introduce you to a group of talented artisans with...
October 27, 2021
Special Needs Resource Foundation received honors at the 48th Annual San Diego Press Club “Excellence in Journalism” Awards.
The Special Needs Resource Foundation won 3 Excellence in Journalism Awards at the 48th Annual San Diego Press Club event. Our annual publication, Flourishing Families, received 2nd place in the Special Interest/One-Time Publications category and our Flourishing Families cover won an Honorable...
October 18, 2021
A Very Big Thank You to the Foundation for Developmental Disabilities!
Thank you Foundation for Developmental Disabilities for awarding SNRFSD a generous grant which will be used to help increase resources in our annual Flourishing Families publication. These funds will also be used to support our...
October 7, 2021
Rebuilding Trust After Big Blunders
Imagine arriving at school to pick up your child from the curb where he waits every day with an aide, but he's not there. Or, picture your reaction if you discovered that the carefully crafted...
September 27, 2021
Fun at the All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair 2021
It was wonderful seeing families in-person at our All Inclusive Day of Play Event! We had a great time hosting! This event allowed us to provide information for families covering services and resources available from...
August 19, 2021
Emily Dolton wins the Tony Gwynn Award for inspiring young minds!
Congratulations to our Resource Specialist Emily Dolton, who was recently honored with the Tony Gwynn Award for inspiring young minds, thanks to the Tony and Alicia Gwynn Foundation! Emily was nominated by the Islamic Center of San Diego...
August 6, 2021
All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource 2021
We are VERY excited to announce our, in-person 2021 All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair. It will be held on Saturday, September 25 from 10am-1pm at the Park de la Cruz Recreation Center...
Imperial Valley parents create programs for kids with disabilities
Jackie Riddell’s son Killian safely played in the recreational baseball program for as long as he could. His needs were greater than those of his peers, so Jackie knew he needed something different. As part...
August 5, 2021
Thanks to The Country Friends!
The Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego would like to thank The Country Friends for their generous charitable grant of $8,000. Support from The Country Friends will help us move forward with our mission...
July 28, 2021
Fun at the 2021 All-Inclusive READ 3 x 3 Literacy Event
Thanks to all who joined us for the All-Inclusive READ 3 x 3 Literacy Event. We had a great time spending time with everyone! A big shout out to the authors, Doreen Cronin, Author, Alex...
July 25, 2021
We Have a Diagnosis: Now What?
The 4-1-1 on common therapies Receiving a primary diagnosis is not always the light at the end of the tunnel. Faced with an odyssey of interventions and therapies, parents can become overwhelmed, navigating which route...
June 30, 2021
How Kids Benefit from Self-Determination
What would it mean for people with disabilities if they could decide, with their family support system, what to do with funds provided through the San Diego Regional Center? For participants in the three-year-phase-in-period of...
June 1, 2021
Tax Planning for Families with Special Needs
It’s a good time to start planning ahead to minimize taxes for 2021 and beyond. A key consideration for those caring for loved ones with special needs are the tax advantages associated with accounts such...
March 22, 2021
10 Tax Tips for Families with Special Needs
As if tax season isn’t already an overwhelming task for families caring for loved ones with special needs, 2020 ushered in a unique set of changes and challenges. To help lend clarity to the chaos,...
March 14, 2021
New 2021 Issue of Flourishing Families Available
We are excited to present our 12th annual publication of Flourishing Families, the resource guide for parents who have children with special needs. There are 1,200 resources to help families find services in San Diego...
March 2, 2021
Adaptive Programs Offer Exciting Adventures for Kids with Disabilities
Adaptive sports have been a huge thrill for homeschool senior Ben Lou of Poway. Lou was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) at age one. This rare genetic disease affects motor neurons in the spine,...
January 28, 2021
How to Prepare for a Child’s Hospital Stay
In the past 14 years, Alex has had more visits to the hospital than to his local park. Alex’s odyssey resulted in a diagnosis of a rare, progressive, neurodegenerative disorder NEDAMSS or IRF2BPL related disorder....
IEP Self-Advocacy
Attending an IEP (Individualized Education Program) meeting can seem daunting, especially if there is disagreement with an aspect of the program or services. Parents are a child’s best and most knowledgeable advocate, but self-advocacy requires...
January 13, 2021
Strong, Disabled Voices: Middle grade books featuring characters with disabilities
Books for Littles is an online curated list of children’s books that features strong, empowered and diverse voices. In their website post, The Uhura Test: Making Space for Peers and Equals, they establish a simple...
January 4, 2021
Tooth Smarts: Early Preventative Care Improves Smiles for Kids with Disabilities
Parents might not think it’s imperative to be concerned about dental care before a child has teeth, but that simply isn’t true. Since the mouth is where most bacteria enter the body, tooth decay can...
November 3, 2020
Three Excellence in Journalism Awards Received from the San Diego Press Club
YES, we did it again! The Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego won three outstanding awards at the 47th Annual San Diego Press Club Excellence in Journalism Awards. Our annual publication, Flourishing Families, once again received a 3rd place...
October 12, 2020
Success at the All Inclusive Day of Play Drive-Thru Event 2020
We had a great time hosting the All Inclusive Day of Play Drive-Thru Event! We were able to combine efforts from many local organizations to help families find needed resources and create unique family memories...
October 9, 2020
All Inclusive Day of Play Craft Projects for Children of All Abilities
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September 18, 2020
All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair Interactive Drive-Thru Event!
The Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego is hosting our 3rd annual All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair. This Interactive Drive-Thru event is FREE for families this fall! On Sunday, October 11...
September 12, 2020