Welcome to our Special Education Fundamentals Course! This course is designed to be a primer for both parents and professionals who are just coming into the special education system. We cover a wide variety of topics from initial assessments, IEP eligibility, services, supports, placement, and advocacy. Our goal is to remove the mystery of the […]

Northstar Career Center presents: The Job Search: Planning and Supports Learn about: Lining up the details: emails, IDs, online applications, etc. Importance of work experiences Role of an ESO and Job Coach Keynote Speakers: Holly Peele - Northstar Career Center Chris Hicks & Tamara Wain - Career Support Systems For more information about Northstar, visit: […]

Where Innovation and Independence Come Together This is the ultimate community experience, where companies and agencies showcase the latest assistive technology products and service to improve daily living and promote inclusion for all. With over 100 exhibitors, this is your opportunity to find new devices, try products and talk directly with the companies and organization […]

California’s most exciting in-person event for the disability rights movement. DisCo at the Capitol: California Disability Community Advocacy Day inspires, educates, and empowers attendees to become advocates for Californians with disabilities and their families. But hurry because discounted hotel rooms are only available until March 15th! We have reserved blocks of rooms at the following hotels in the Sacramento area […]

If you haven't already, register now to join us at our 9th Annual Conference! You can register to join in-person or via live stream. REGISTER NOW Check out our updated list of panels and speakers below:

The Summit brings together families, youth, providers, policymakers, advocates, state agencies, insurers, and other stakeholders to identify and address the health challenges that affect one of California's most vulnerable populations: Children and Youth with Special Health Care needs. We gather to share knowledge and expertise, build a stronger community, and improve access. Join Us! Register

Autism Building The Puzzle Support Group Call Tuesday’s 8pm EST / 5pm PST Conference Call :Dial-in number: United States (425) 436-6351 Access code: 5710090

Autism Building The Puzzle Support Group Call Dial-in number: United States (425) 436-6351 Access code: 5710090

Join The Help Group and LA Parent Magazine for our 11th Annual Special Needs Resource Fair! This is a great opportunity for parents and professionals to discover the wonderful resources that Los Angeles has to offer its special needs community. DATE: Sunday, April 28th TIME: 11 am - 2 pm LOCATION: The Help Group's Autism […]

Presented by Kara Hume, PhD and Victoria Waters, MEd School connectedness is linked to positive and meaningful outcomes for middle and high school students. Many autistic youth report feeling disconnected from their school communities, often due to a lack of understanding of autism from staff and peers, few opportunities to build relationships in the classroom […]

This meeting provides an opportunity to interact with other OCASG members about the challenges we are all facing as part of the ASD community. Know that we are here for each other. We have separate meetings for adults on the spectrum and parents. Parents RSVP: Click Here Adults with ASD RSVP: Click Here

Does the IEP process seem overwhelming and confusing? Join us to learn about Special Education, the terminology that is used during meetings and in IEP documents, and tips to help you successfully navigate the special education system. This workshop will be conducted using Zoom. After registering, you will receive an invitation to join the Zoom […]