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Who we help:
We help families whose children may have, or are suspected of having a disability, this may include one or more of the following:
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Developmental Disability
Autism, Down Syndrome, Intellectual Disability, Speech and Language Delays
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Medical/Health Issue
Cerebral Palsy, Asthma, Diabetes, Premature birth
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Behavioral Need
ADD/ADHD, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Sensory Processing Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder
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Learning Disability
Dyslexia, Auditory Processing Disorder, Non Verbal Language Processing Disorder
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Physical Impairment
Spina Bifida, Visual Impairments, Blindness, Deafness
We operate these programs:
Early Intervention
For parents of children ages birth to three years, who have been diagnosed with, or are at risk for developing a disability or healthcare need.
- Ages and Stages Developmental Screening (for children 0-5)
- Referral and coordination for Developmental Assessments
- In-home visits
- Parent/infant play groups
- Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) assistance
- Transition to preschool planning
- Triple P ® - individual Positive Parenting Problem sessions
Behavioral Health Services
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For parents of children with challenging behaviors or involved in the Juvenile Justice System.
- Referrals for services
- Assistance with support plans in school
- Triple P ® Parenting Classes, for parents of newborns to age 12
- Assistance with suspension or expulsions when a disability is suspected
Healthcare Navigation Services
For parents of children and youth ages 0-22 with disabilities, significant medical or healthcare needs.
- Healthcare application assistance
- Assistance with navigating California Children's Services/Medical Therapy Unit, Medi-Cal, Healthy Families, Kaiser and other health insurance plans
- Assistance communicating with your child's medical team
- Health literacy classes
- Help organizing your child's medical information
- Parent Peer Support Groups
Family Stability Project
For families of children with special needs who feel isolated or are struggling to make ends meet.
- Referrals to local safety net services, including housing, food and transportation
- Public Benefits application assistance
- Parent to Parent matches
- Disability Specific Peer Support Groups
- Individualized research and information regarding a particular disability or condition
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Parent Leadership Training
For parents who want to give back, engage with the community and create change.
- Parent-to-Parent mentor
- Parent-to-Ambassador training
- Changing the Future: Leadership Training
- Volunteer opportunities
Mental Health Services
For parents of children and youth 3-18 with emotional and mental health challenges.
- Referrals to Mental Health services
- Family support in wraparound services
- Assistance with school-based Behavioral Support Plans
- Parent Peer Support Groups
Education Services
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- For parents of children ages 3-22 with learning challenges and education/special education needs.
- Assistance with requesting Special Education assessments
- Individual Education Plan (IEP) planning
- Special education workshops
- IEP preparation clinics
- Assistance with 504 Plans/Student Study Teams
- Assistance communicating with your child's Education Team
Transition to Adult Life
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For parents of youths ages 16 and older, preparing for their child's life as an adult.
- Individual Transition Planning consultations and meeting preparation
- Workshops on transition issues
- Referrals to transition programs and services