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Family Focus Resource Center would like to share some upcoming March events that are important to us and the families we serve:
Family Focus Resource Center desea compartir algunos de los próximos eventos de marzo que son importantes para nosotros y las familias a las que servimos:
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MARCH IS:
CEREBRAL PALSY AWARENESS MONTH
The goal of National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month is to push for positive change in education programs, the health care system, and the job market to give opportunities to those living with cerebral palsy.
To learn more about cerebral palsy, please visit United Cerebral Palsy website: https://ucp.org/ For inclusive activities in the SFV/Santa Clarita/ Antelope Valley area, please contact one of our four FFREC offices.
MARZO ES: MES DE CONCIENTIZACIÓN SOBRE LA PARÁLISIS CEREBRAL
El objetivo del Mes Nacional de Concientización sobre la Parálisis Cerebral es impulsar un cambio positivo en los programas educativos, el sistema de atención médica y el mercado laboral para brindar oportunidades a las personas que viven con parálisis cerebral.
Para obtener más información sobre la parálisis cerebral, visite el sitio web de United Cerebral Palsy: https://ucp.org/ Para actividades inclusivas en el área de SFV/Santa Clarita/ Antelope Valley, comuníquese con una de nuestras cuatro oficinas de FFREC.
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MARCH IS: NATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY AWARENESS MONTH
The campaign by the National Association of Coucils on Developmental Disabilities seeks to raise awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all facets of community life, as well as awareness of the barriers that people with disabilities still sometimes face in connecting to the communities in which they live. To learn more about what you can do to become involved, please visit https://nacdd.org/ddam1/
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MARZO ES: MES NACIONAL DE CONCIENTIZACIÓN SOBRE LA DISCAPACIDAD DEL DESARROLLO:
La campaña de la Asociación Nacional de Consejos sobre Discapacidades del Desarrollo busca crear conciencia sobre la inclusión de las personas con discapacidades del desarrollo en todas las facetas de la vida comunitaria, así como sobre las barreras que las personas con discapacidades aún enfrentan a veces para conectarse con las comunidades en que viven. Para obtener más información sobre lo que puede hacer para participar, visite https://nacdd.org/ddam1/
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MARCH 21ST IS: WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY
Down syndrome (or Trisomy 21) is a condition in which a person has an extra
chromosome. Around 1 in every 800 babies will be born with Down syndrome. Down syndrome occurs naturally – there is no known cause. Down syndrome usually causes varying degrees of intellectual and physical disability and associated medical issues.
The theme of this years World Syndrome Day is "With Us Not for Us". The message of "With Us Not For Us" is a commitment to moving on from the outdated charity model of disability, where people with disability were treated as objects of charity, deserving of pity and relying on others for support. A human rights-based approach views people with disabilities as having the right to be treated fairly and have the same opportunities as everyone else, working With others to improve their lives. To learn more about how you can help, visit https://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/with-us-not-for-us
EL 21 DE MARZO ES: DÍA MUNDIAL DEL SÍNDROME DE DOWN
El síndrome de Down (o Trisomía 21) es una condición en la cual una persona tiene un
cromosoma. Alrededor de 1 de cada 800 bebés nacerá con síndrome de Down. El síndrome de Down ocurre naturalmente, no hay una causa conocida. El síndrome de Down generalmente causa diversos grados de discapacidad intelectual y física y problemas médicos asociados.
El tema del Día Mundial del Síndrome de este año es "Con nosotros, no para nosotros". El mensaje de "Con nosotros, no para nosotros" es un compromiso para dejar atrás el obsoleto modelo de caridad de la discapacidad, en el que las personas con discapacidad eran tratadas como objetos de caridad, merecedoras de compasión y dependiendo del apoyo de los demás. Un enfoque basado en los derechos humanos considera que las personas con discapacidad tienen derecho a recibir un trato justo y a tener las mismas oportunidades que los demás, trabajando con los demás para mejorar sus vidas. Para obtener más información sobre cómo puede ayudar, visite https://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/with-us-not-for-us
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EARLY START TOY LOAN LIBRARY
INTERVENCION TEMPRANA BIBLIOTECA DE JUGUETES
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Our toys loans are back! If you have a baby or toddler in the Early Start program and would like to borrow a toy, please contact the Family Focus Resource Center offices located in the lobbies of the North LA County Regional Center in Chatsworth, Santa Clarita or Antelope Valley. Phone numbers may be found on the flyer below!
¡Ha vuelto nuestros préstamos de juguetes! Si tiene un bebé o un niño pequeño en el programa Early Start y le gustaría pedir prestado un juguete, comuníquese con las oficinas del Centro de Recursos de Enfoque Familiar ubicadas en los vestíbulos del Centro Regional del Condado de Los Ángeles Norte en Chatsworth, Santa Clarita o Antelope Valley. ¡Los números de teléfono se pueden encontrar en el volante!
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MARCH WORKSHOPS & EVENTS
TALLERES & EVENTOS DE MARZO
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CAL-TASH 40TH ANNIVERSARY CONFERENCE
RECONNECT REFLECT REIMAGINE:
BUILDING BACK WITH INCLUSION IN MIND
March 3-4, 2023
Westin Los Angeles Airport
There is still time to register! Join Cal-TASH for their 40th Anniversary Conference happening in Los Angeles at the Westin Los Angeles Airport. Cal-TASH works to advance inclusive communities through advocacy, research, professional development, policy, and information and resources for parents, families and self-advocates. This is the first Cal-TASH conference in person since 2020 and so make sure to register and reserve your hotel room! Schedule and session information may be found HERE. For more information on the annual conference, visit: https://hopin.com/events/cal-tash-conference-2023/registration
To become a Cal-TASH member, join HERE. For great Cal-TASH swag, visit HERE
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GENERIC SERVICES SERIES WITH
DISABILITY RIGHTS CALIFORNIA:
SUPPLEMENTAL SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS
Monday, March 6th, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Join Disability Rights California for the second workshop in a series on Generic Services. The workshops will be hosted by attorney Daniel Hernandez, Legal Fellow Nadia Jeiroudi, and Mary Rios, Senior Advocate Specialist. Register HERE
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Taller Basico de IEP (Español)
Martes, 7 de Marzo
11 am - 12:30 pm
- ¿Que es un IEP?
- ¿Quien puede obtener uno?
- ¿Como obtener uno?
Asiste a nuestro taller y le enviamos por correo un Mini Cuaderno-IEP gratis (para padres que viven en nuestra área de servicio).
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IEP Basics Workshop (English)
Wednesday, March 8th,
11 am - 12:30 pm
- What is an IEP?
- Who can get one?
- How to get one?
Attend our workshop and we will mail you a free Mini IEP Notebook (for parents who live in our service area).
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SERIE DE SERVICIOS GENERICOS CON
DISABILITY RIGHTS CALIFORNIA:
BENEFICIOS SUPLEMENTARIOS DEL SEGURO SOCIAL
Jueves, 9 de Marzo, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Únase a Disability Rights California para el tercer taller en la serie sobre servicios genéricos. Los talleres serán presentados por el Abogado Daniel Hernández, Nadia Jeiroudi, Compañera Legal, y Mary Rios, Defensora Especialista. Registrarse AQUI
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IN-PERSON CONSERVATORSHIP CLINIC
EN PERSONA CLINICA DE TUTELA
Fridays, March 10th & 24th, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Viernes, 10 & 24 de Marzo, 10:00am a 12:00 pm
The session provides general information about the conservatorship process and in requesting appointment as a probate conservator. The session will be conducted in both English and Spanish. No advance registration or phone appointment is necessary. Participants register on the day of the program and will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information and to register, visit HERE
La sesión brinda información general sobre el proceso de tutela y sobre cómo solicitar un nombramiento como tutor testamentario. La sesión se llevará a cabo en inglés y español. No es necesaria inscripción previa ni cita telefónica. Los participantes se registran el día del programa y serán atendidos por orden de llegada. Para obtener más información e inscribirse, visite AQUI
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ABILITIES EXPO
ACCESS YOUR WORLD / ACCEDA A SU MUNDO
March 10 - 12, 2023 / 10 -12 de Marzo, 2023
Los Angles Convention Center, West Hall A
Come check out all new products, tech and resources to help you up your game! Buckle up for a slew of adaptive sports, fun dance opportunities, info-packed workshops and more. Admission is free, but please register in advance here: https://www.abilities.com/losangeles/vregister.html
¡Ven a ver todos los nuevos productos, tecnología y recursos para ayudarte a mejorar tu juego! Abróchate el cinturón para una gran cantidad de deportes adaptados, divertidas oportunidades de baile, talleres llenos de información y más. La entrada es gratuita, pero regístrese con anticipación aquí: https://www.abilities.com/losangeles/vregister.html
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FREE TO BE ME FESTIVAL
Saturday, March 11th, 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Sabado, 11 de Marzo, 12:00 pm a 3:00pm
The Free To Be Me Festival is a FREE community event celebrating our special needs community and their families through a series of inclusive and adaptive activities. Enjoy live sensory-friendly entertainment, arts and crafts, recreational activities, sensory play and more. A chill zone will also be available for those that need a calming space.
Location: Canyon Country Community Center
18410 Sierra Highway
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TAX DAY PREPARATIONS
Saturday, March 11th
Need help with your taxes? New Economics for Women and The Help Group will be hosting FREE Tax Day Preparation in the San Fernando Valley. Space is limited, please complete their form and they will contact you to schedule an appointment. Two appointment locations are available.
Need tax help in Santa Clarita? Contact College of the Canyons to make an appointment at 661-362-3330.
Need tax help in Antelope Valley? Contact SBCC Thrive to make an appointment at 661-264-1111 or walk in at Antelope Valley Partners for Health.
¿Necesita ayuda con sus impuestos? New Economics for Women y The Help Group se ha asociado para ayudar con la preparación GRATUITA para el día de impuestos en el valle de San Fernando. El espacio es limitado, complete su formulario y se pondrán en contacto con usted para programar una cita. Hay dos lugares para citas disponibles.
¿Necesita ayuda con los impuestos en Santa Clarita? Comuníquese con College of the Canyons para programar una cita al 661-362-3330.
¿Necesita ayuda con los impuestos en Antelope Valley? Comuníquese con SBCC Thrive para hacer una cita al 661-264-1111 o visite Antelope Valley Partners for Health.
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BALLET FOR ALL - IN PERSON CLASSES RESUME!
Beginning Saturday, March 11th
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USING MOTIVATION TO INCREASE POSITIVE BEHAVIORS
Monday, March 13th, 1:00 pm
Join Speech, Language & Education Associates for this workshop where we will learn Strategies to teach motivation and enhance cooperation, which will lead to pro-social behaviors, and learn how to set clear expectations while establishing cooperation. They will also discuss ways to encourage routines which ultimately promote independence. Presented by Anthony Jenkins, MA BCBA & Clinical Director at Speech, Language and Educational Associates.
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USO DE LA MOTIVACION PARA AUMENTAR
LOS COMPARTAMIENTOS POSITIVOS
Miercoles, 15 de Marzo, 1:00 pm
Únase a Speech, Language & Education Associates para este taller donde aprenderemos estrategias para enseñar motivación y mejorar la cooperación, lo que conducirá a comportamientos prosociales y aprenderá cómo establecer expectativas claras mientras establece la cooperación. También discutirán formas de fomentar rutinas que en última instancia promuevan la independencia. Presentado por Yajaira Cruz-Yanes.
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LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL
VIDA DESPUES DE LA PREPARATORIA
Thursday, March 16th, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Jueves, 16 de Marzo, 6:00 pm a 8:00 pm
Join LAUSD, North LA County Regional Center and Family Focus Resource Center for this in-person fair to help you learn about resources available on what you can do after high school.
Únase al LAUSD, el Centro Regional del Condado de Los Ángeles Norte y Family Focus Resource Center en esta feria en persona para ayudarlo a conocer los recursos disponibles sobre lo que puede hacer después de la escuela secundaria.
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SNEAK PEEK AT APRIL 2023
AVANCE DEL MES DE ABRIL 2023
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ANTELOPE VALLEY DISABILITIES RESOURCE FAIR
Saturday, April 1st, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Sabado, 1 de Abril, 11:00 am a 3:00 pm
Join Family Focus Resource Center and AV Seed and Grow-Cultivar y Crecer as we come together to celebrate our community with special needs. Come discover all the wonderful services and resources available to you, enjoy arts & crafts, entertainment, drinks & snacks, and a calming zone. Admission and parking are free, and no registration is required. Don't miss this! Questions? Contact Lorena at 661-945-9598 or email lorena.salgado@csun.edu
Únase a Family Focus Resource Center y AV Seed and Grow-Cultivar y Crecer cuando nos reunimos para celebrar a nuestra comunidad con necesidades especiales. Venga a descubrir todos los maravillosos servicios y recursos disponibles para usted, disfrute de las artes y manualidades, entretenimiento, bebidas y bocadillos, y una zona de relajación. La entrada y el estacionamiento son gratuitos y no es necesario registrarse. ¡No se lo pierda! ¿Preguntas? Contactar a Lorena Salgado a 661-945-9598 o envíele un correo electrónico a lorena.salgado@csun.edu
WHERE / DÓNDE : SGT. Steve Owen Memorial Park
43063 10th Street West
Lancaster, CA
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GENERIC SERVICES SERIES WITH
DISABILITY RIGHTS CALIFORNIA:
LEARNING ABOUT CAL ABLE ACCOUNTS
Monday, April 10th, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Join Disability Rights California for this third installment in the series on Generic Services. The workshops will be hosted by attorney Daniel Hernandez, Legal Fellow Nadia Jeiroudi, and Mary Rios, Senior Advocate Specialist. Register HERE
Other upcoming workshops in this series will be:
May: Medi-Cal (2 parts)
June: IHSS (4 parts)
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SERIE DE SERVICIOS GENERICOS CON
DISABILITY RIGHTS CALIFORNIA:
INFORMACION SOBRE CUENTAS CAL ABLE
Jueves, 13 de Abril, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Únase a Disability Rights California para taller #3 sobre servicios genéricos. Los talleres serán presentados por el Abogado Daniel Hernández, Nadia Jeiroudi, Compañera Legal, y Mary Rios, Defensora Especialista. Registrarse AQUI
Los próximos talleres de esta serie serán:
Mayo: Medi-Cal (2 partes)
Junio: IHSS (4 partes)
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Taller IEP AVANZADO (Español)
Martes, 18 de Abril,
11 am - 12:30 pm
- ¿Que es una evaluacion?
- ¿Que pasa si no estoy de acuerdo con una evaluacion?
- ¿Que son las metas y los servicios relacionados?
- ¿Como resuelvo los desacuerdos con el distrito escolar?
Asiste a nuestro taller y le enviamos un correo un Mini Cuaderno-IEP gratis (para padres que viven en nuestra área de servicio).
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ADVANCED IEP Workshop (English)
Wednesday, April 19th,
11 am - 12:30 pm
- What is an assessment?
- What if I disagree with an assessment?
- What are goals and related services?
- How can I resolve differences with the school district?
Attend our workshop and we will mail you a free Mini IEP Notebook (for parents who live in our service area)!
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Support Groups / Grupos de Apoyo |
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Black & African American Family Focus Support Group
Join us as we come together to create a safe, supportive place to connect with other families of children, young and old, with special needs, to share resources, provide advocacy & to be part of an inclusive community.
This group will be meeting on Wednesday, March 1st at 6:30 pm
This month, join us in welcoming guest speaker Kim Foster, Education Advocate & Independent Consultant. Prior to the meeting, please send questions/concerns that you have to Theresa at theresa.quary@csun.edu, and she will forward to Ms. Foster or feel free to contact her at kim@helpforspecialkids.com
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AV Family Focus
Grupo de Apoyo
Grupo de Apoyo para padres de niños con necesidades especiales del Valle de Antelope (en español).
Este grupo se juntara por Zoom a las
12:00 pm el 2 de Marzo.
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Santa Clarita Parent Chat
Connect with other parents of kids with special needs in the Santa Clarita area.
This group will meet on Thursday, March 9th
at 7:00pm
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El Poder del Amor
y la Paciencia
Grupo de apoyo EN PERSONA para Padres de Niños con Necesidades Especiales.
Este grupo se juntara en persona el 10 de Marzo a las 9:30 am.
Localizado en Community Resource Center, 10807 San Fernando Road, Pacoima, CA 91331
Para registrarse llame a (818) 677-6854 o envie un correo electronico a Rebeca Diaz
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Mamas Latinas
Grupo de Apoyo
Grupo de Apoyo para padres de niños con necesidades especiales del Valle de Antelope y Santa Clarita (en español).
Este grupo se juntara por Zoom a las
11:00 am el
13 de Marzo.
Se juntara por Zoom a las 6:00 pm el 27 de Febrero.
Para obteren la informacion de Zoom mande un correo electronico a Mayra Lara o llame (661) 270-6546
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Parent Check In
and Chat
Join us the 1st and 3rd Friday of every month at our new time of 12:30 pm for Parent Check-In and Chat. This is a fun & casual chat where we can listen, share, and discuss what is happening in our lives!
This group will meet on
Friday, March 17th at 12:30 pm. There will be NO meeting on Friday, March 3rd.
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FILIPINO SUPPORT GROUP
Meet other Filipino families, share your experiences, and find out about upcoming events and resources.
This group return on Monday, March 20th
at 6:30 pm.
This month our guest speaker will be Melissa Reyes, Clinical Program Manager at TASC Adult Skills Center
Interested in joining? Please contact Theresa Quary for more information.
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Parents of Adult Consumers
This group is for parents and caregivers of adult consumers (age 18+). Everyone is welcome!
This group will meet
on March 22nd at 6:30 pm.
Discussion Topic:
Social Recreation
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El Poder del Amor
y la Paciencia
Grupo de Apoyo para padres de niños con necesidades especiales.
Este grupo se juntara el 24 de Marzo,
a las 10:00 am.
Para obteren la informacion de Zoom mande un correo electronico o llame a
(818) 677-6854
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Cultivar y Crecer:
Grupo de Apoyo en Español
Nuestras reuniones ahora tienen lugar en Zoom
- Sea parte de esta gran familia y tomemos un cafecito juntos
- Conozca a otros padres
- Comparta sus experiencias y sus preocupaciones
- Compartiremos recursos disponibles en la comunidad
- Talleres educacionales y eventos especiales
Este grupo se juntara el 24 de Marzo a las 6:30 pm.
CONTACTO PARA MAS INFORMACION:
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NEW GROUP ALERT!
NUEVO GRUPO DE APOYO!
Early Start Bilingual Support Group
Comienzo Temprano Grupo de Apoyo Bilingue
Join us for this fun new group for parents and caregivers of children under 3. We will talk & share about our experiences and challenges in the early years. This group will be held in English & Spanish.
Únase a nosotros en este nuevo y divertido grupo para padres y cuidadores de niños menores de 3 años. Hablaremos y compartiremos sobre nuestras experiencias y desafíos en los primeros años. Este grupo se llevará a cabo en Inglés y Español.
Our first meeting will be Friday, March 31st at 10:30 am
Nuestra primera reunión será el Viernes 31 de Marzo a las
10:30 am.
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MEET OUR NEW STAFF MEMBER, NOLI WIESEN! |
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Join us in welcoming Noli Wiesen to the CSUN office of Family Focus Resource Center!
She has joined our staff as an administrative assistant, and we are all so happy to have her join us! Noli is a CSUN alum, and comes to us with a long background in marketing and Public Relations. She has been married for 32 years and is mom to a 27 year-old son with autism, and a 21 year-old son who lives and works in Arizona. When she has some time to herself, Noli loves to scrapbook!
She also just celebrated a birthday this February, so we say welcome Noli AND happy birthday!
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CELEBRATE OUR FFRC BIRTHDAYS! |
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Happy Birthday to Theresa Quary, FFRC Outreach Specialist!
You may know Theresa as a long-standing FFRC employee and mom of two beautiful young women, but did you also know that Theresa has run in 3 half- marathons and enjoys reading mystery books? We love Theresa because she believes that everyday is a celebration to drink a glass of bubbly! Cheers to another wonderful year, Theresa!
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Happy Birthday to Rebeca Diaz, FFRC Family Support Provider!
You have probably attended a Spanish workshop hosted by Rebeca, or checked in with her at our All Abilities Resource Fair! But did you know that Rebeca has a green thumb!? She is an avid gardener who loves to grow and cultivate plants.
Rebeca is also an amazing cook, which is an important skill since she is a mom of 3 young men! We hope your husband takes you dancing for your birthday again, Rebeca! Happy birthday to you!
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The Family Focus
Resource Center in the community!
Family Focus Resource Center (Arleen on the left, Diana on the right) were excited to be at the Inclusion Matters Valentine playdate at North Weddington Park in North Hollywood. Inclusion Matters had lots of cute Valentines crafts, delicious snacks, face painting & therapy dogs. Check out their upcoming playdates HERE
FFRC Antelope Valley office hosted "Coffee & Conversation", with Lorena Salgado & NLACRC Parent & Family Support Specialist Cynthia Sanchez, where the topic was "Social Recreation & Planning for Spring & Summer". Lots of parents attended this bilingual in-person event, and many resources were shared. Keep an eye out for more "Coffee & Conversation" workshops happening soon at the Santa Clarita and Chatsworth FFRC offices.
FFRC is looking forward to seeing you in person in 2023! Please say hello next time you see us, because we love to meet our families and community partners!
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In Case You Missed It
En Caso que te lo Hayas Perdido
We have many recorded workshops, webinars and instructional videos available to watch on demand on the Family Focus Resource Center YouTube channel. Click here to watch; make sure to subscribe to the channel so you don't miss any new videos!
RECENTLY ADDED:
- Taxes, IHSS & Retirement workshop
- Alternatives to Conservatorship
RECIENTEMENTE AÑADIDO:
- Los Impuestos, El IHSS y La Jubilacion
- Alternativas a la Tutela
Tenemos muchos talleres grabados, seminarios web y videos instructivos disponibles para ver a su convenencia en el canal de YouTube de Family Focus Resource Center. Haga clic AQUI para ver. ¡Asegúrese de suscribirse al canal para no perderse ningún video nuevo!
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Our offices are open and we are available to meet with you in person. We ask that you please call our offices to check office hours, as schedules may vary. We look forward to continuing to assist you!
Nuestras oficinas están abiertas y estamos disponibles para reunirnos con usted en persona. Le pedimos que llame a nuestras oficinas para verificar el horario de atención, ya que los horarios pueden variar. ¡Esperamos continuar ayudándolos!
CSUN: 818-677-6854 family.focus@csun.edu
Chatsworth: 818-374-9107 family.focus@csun.edu
Santa Clarita: 661-294-9715 family.focus.scv@csun.edu
Lancaster: 661-945-9598 family.focus.av@csun.edu
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