December 2025
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2025 Winter Resource Guide
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Guía de Recursos de Invierno de 2025
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Check out sensory-friendly events, accommodations, and family-friendly activities from San Fernando Valley, Antelope Valley, and Santa Clarita. Visit
https://bit.ly/2025-winter-resources to access the 2025 Winter Resource Guide.
Consulta eventos sensoriales, alojamientos y actividades para toda la familia en San Fernando Valley, Antelope Valley y Santa Clarita. Visite
https://bit.ly/2025-winter-resources para acceder a las Guías de recursos de invierno de 2025.
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Navigator Essentials – YouTube Series
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Fundamentos del Navegador – Serie de YouTube
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Explore essential resources available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, including Regional Center services, SSI, Medi-Cal, IHSS, and CalFresh. Our short, informative videos make it easy to learn about key supports in your community.
Explora recursos esenciales para personas con discapacidades del desarrollo y sus familias, incluidos los servicios del Centro Regional, SSI, Medi-Cal, IHSS y CalFresh. Nuestros videos breves e informativos facilitan aprender sobre apoyos importantes en su comunidad.
Watch here / Mire aquí: https://bit.ly/navigatoressentials
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Upcoming Workshops & Events
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Proximos Talleres y Eventos
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Pathways to Independence:
Preparing Students for Life Beyond School
January 13 / January 20
12:00 pm
Join CSUN Professor Samantha Toews, PhD, for a two-part workshop series focused on helping families and educators support students with disabilities as they transition from the classroom to the community.
January 13 at 12:00 pm
The first session will explore how families and teachers can
assist students during the K–12 years as they prepare for post-school life.
January 20 at 12:00 pm
The second session will focus on transition planning strategies that
can be helpful during high school and the post-high-school period.
To register, please visit HERE
*This workshop will be presented in English with Spanish translation available*
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Caminos a la Independencia:
Preparando a los Estudiantes para la Vida Después de la Escuela
13 de enero / 20 de enero
12:00 pm
Únete a la profesora de CSUN, Samantha Toews, PhD, para una serie de dos talleres diseñados para ayudar a las familias y a los educadores a apoyar a los estudiantes con discapacidades en su transición del salón de clases a la comunidad.
13 de enero a las 12:00 pm
La primera sesión explorará cómo las familias y los maestros pueden apoyar a los estudiantes durante los años de K–12 mientras se preparan para la vida después de la escuela.
20 de enero a las 12:00 pm
La segunda sesión se enfocará en estrategias de planificación de transición que pueden ser útiles durante la preparatoria y el periodo posterior a la preparatoria.
Para registrarte, visite AQUÍ
Este taller se presentará en inglés y contará con traducción al español.
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IEP Essentials:
Empowering & Preparing Parents for their child's IEP
January 21
12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
This monthly training will help parents learn everything from basic information about the IEP process to more advanced strategies—such as what to do when you don’t agree with your child’s IEP. Participating parents will receive a FREE digital download to help you create your own IEP binder at home!
For more information, please contact Diana at diana.chulak@csun.edu or call
(818) 677-5575
To register, please visit HERE
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Fundamentos del IEP :
Preparando y Empoderando a los Padres para el IEP de sus Hijos
22 de enero
12:00 pm a 1:30 pm
Esta serie de talleres ayudará a los padres a aprender desde información básica sobre el proceso del IEP hasta estrategias más avanzadas, como los pasos que pueden tomar cuando no están de acuerdo con el IEP de su hijo(a). Los padres participantes recibirán una descarga digital GRATUITA para ayudarles a crear su propio cuaderno de IEP en casa.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Rebeca: rebeca.diaz@csun.edu o llame al 818-677-6854
Para registrarse, visite AQUÌ
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December Support Groups
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Diciembre Grupos de Apoyo
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Filipino Support Group
Zoom
Monday, December 1
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Join the Filipino Support Group meetings held on the 3rd Monday of the month from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.
Please contact Theresa Quary at
theresa.quary@csun.edu or Kristine Ysabelle Mosteiro
at kmosteiro@nlacrc.org for more information.
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Black & African American Family Focus Support Group
Wednesday, December 3
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, and be part of an inclusive community.
For more information contact Theresa at theresa.quary@csun.edu
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Cultivar y Crecer: Grupo de Apoyo en Español
Viernes, 5 de Deciembre
¡En persona!
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.
Para más información llame al:
Fatima Castaneda (818)-374-9107 / Sandra Baker (818)-786-0001
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El Poder Del Amor y La Paciencia - En Persona
Viernes, 12 de Deciembre
Grupo de Apoyo en persona para Padres con Hijos de Necesidades Especiales (español). Las reuniones son presenciales el segundo viernes de cada mes de 9:30 am a 11:00am.
Dirección: Community Resource Center LA Care 7868 Van Nuys Blvd, Panorama City, CA 91402
Para más información llame al (818) 677-6854 o rebeca.diaz@csun.edu
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December 2 is... National Special Education Day
December 2nd commemorates the signing of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in 1975, which made public education accessible to all children with disabilities. This day celebrates the milestones in special education and the continued efforts to support students, families, and educators.
Visit our Padlet HERE for more information and helpful resources.
2 de diciembre… Día Nacional de la Educación Especial
El 2 de diciembre conmemora la firma de la Ley de Educación para Personas con Discapacidades (IDEA) en 1975, que hizo accesible la educación pública para todos los niños con discapacidades. Este día celebra los logros en la educación especial y los esfuerzos continuos para apoyar a estudiantes, familias y educadores.
Visite nuestro Padlet AQUÍ para obtener más información y recursos útiles.
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December 3rd is… International Day of Persons with Disabilities
December 3rd raises awareness about the rights, accessibility, and inclusion of people with disabilities worldwide. It highlights the progress made toward creating inclusive communities while recognizing the ongoing challenges that people with disabilities face. This day encourages everyone to promote accessibility, equity, and participation for all, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive.
Visit our Padlet HERE for more information and helpful resources.
3 de diciembre… Día Internacional de las Personas con Discapacidad
El 3 de diciembre promueve la conciencia sobre los derechos, la accesibilidad y la inclusión de las personas con discapacidad en todo el mundo. Destaca los avances logrados para crear comunidades inclusivas y reconoce los desafíos que aún enfrentan las personas con discapacidad. Este día invita a todos a promover la accesibilidad, la equidad y la participación para que cada persona tenga la oportunidad de prosperar.
Visite nuestro Padlet AQUÍ para obtener más información y recursos útiles.
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December 8–12 is… Inclusive Schools Week
Inclusive Schools Week celebrates the ongoing work of schools, families, and communities to create inclusive learning environments for students of all abilities. This year’s theme, “Children First: Building a Stronger Tomorrow,” highlights the importance of prioritizing student well-being and belonging so every child can learn, grow, and thrive. Visit our Padlet HERE for more information and helpful resources.
8 al 12 de diciembre… Semana de Escuelas Inclusivas
La Semana de Escuelas Inclusivas celebra el trabajo continuo de las escuelas, familias y comunidades para crear entornos de aprendizaje inclusivos para estudiantes de todas las capacidades. El tema de este año, “Los niños primero: construyendo un mañana más fuerte,” destaca la importancia de priorizar el bienestar y el sentido de pertenencia de cada estudiante para que todos puedan aprender, crecer y prosperar.
Visite nuestro Padlet AQUÍ para obtener más información y recursos útiles.
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Community Events
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Eventos Comunitarios
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Happy Birthday Bonnie!
December 5
Bonnie is celebrating her birthday with a fun day trip to San Juan Capistrano. She and her friends will explore the historic mission, browse the beautiful plants at Plant Depot, and enjoy a delicious lunch together. What a lovely way to celebrate. Happy birthday, Bonnie!
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Happy Birthday Fatima!
December 7
FFRC wishes Fatima a very happy birthday! We hope her day is filled with great times with her lovely family, lots of laughter, and everything that makes her happy.
Enjoy your day Fatima!
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FFRC November Events
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FFRC Eventos de Noviembre
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Santa Clarita Valley
Touch-A-Truck Event
November 1
FFRC had a great time participating in the SCV Touch-A-Truck event! Families explored the vehicles, enjoyed hands-on activities, and visited community booths throughout the day. Mayra and Victoria were there sharing resources, answering questions, and connecting with attendees.
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CAPTAIN Summit
November 3-4
Diana attended the annual CAPTAIN Summit in Sacramento with our local CAPTAIN cadre, the Super 14. CAPTAIN Super 14 (California Autism Professional Training and Information Network) is made up of representatives from NLACRC, Antelope Valley SELPA, Santa Clarita Valley SELPA, and FFRC. The theme for this years conference was "From Early Steps to Future Success: Navigating Transitions." To learn more about CAPTAIN, visit https://www.captain.ca.gov/
Look for upcoming 2026 CAPTAIN workshops in the Spring!
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Santa Clarita Valley DCFS
Open House
November 6
Theresa had a wonderful time connecting in person with so many dedicated community partners at the SCV DCFS Open House. The event provided a great opportunity to share resources, strengthen relationships, and learn more about the collaborative efforts happening across Santa Clarita to support children and families. It was inspiring to see the commitment of everyone involved.
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Santa Clarita Valley Compassion Network
November 7
Theresa had the pleasure of meeting Supervisor Kathryn Barger at the SCV Compassion Network event! She shared information about FFRC and some concerns from the families we serve. Supervisor Barger represents the 5th Supervisorial District of Los Angeles County, which includes our service areas: Antelope Valley, Santa Clarita Valley, and San Fernando Valley.
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Early Start Friendsgiving
November 8
FFRC enjoyed a festive Early Start “Friendsgiving” playdate with families! Victoria and Mayra had a wonderful time hosting and connecting with everyone. Thank you to all the families who joined us and helped make this gathering such a fun morning!
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Community Baby Shower & Resource Fair
November 14
FFRC had a wonderful time participating in the Community Baby Shower and Resource Fair in Panorama City! Shawn and Rebeca tabled at the event, connecting with families, sharing helpful resources, and celebrating this joyful milestone with parents-to-be. The event brought together community partners, lively activities, and plenty of excitement as families explored supportive services available in the area.
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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!
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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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Family Focus Resource Center offices will be closed for Winter Break from December 24 to January 1. We ask that you please call our offices to check office hours before stopping by. We look forward to continuing to assist you!
Las oficinas del Centro de Recursos Family Focus estarán cerradas durante las vacaciones de invierno del 24 de diciembre al 1 de enero. Le pedimos que llame a nuestras oficinas para consultar los horarios de atención antes de visitarnos. ¡Esperamos seguir ayudándole!
CSUN: 818-677-6854
Chatsworth: 818-374-9107
Santa Clarita: 661-294-9715
Lancaster: 661-945-9598
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