Parent Hour
2026-04-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-07 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-30 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-05 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-11 20:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
EFRC Program Specialists offer drop-in hours every month, in the morning and in the evening, to help you develop and evaluate options to educational, Regional Center, and behavioral challenges. First-come, first-served. If you desire a private conversation, we can utilize breakout rooms; if you are comfortable sharing your question, then others can benefit from the responses. Spanish interpretation is available; other language access available with 72-hours advance notice. Please email jgoyos@sdsu.edu with questions or requests.
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Evening Book Circle (Ingles solamente)
2026-04-07 19:00, 2026-05-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-02 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
Choice of monthly virtual meetups. No cost, no prerequisites, and no stress. Read just one essay per month. It’s an opportunity to network with other families, become a more informed ally and share challenges & victories! Questions? Contact mallbritton@sdsu.edu.
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Behavior Topics in IEPs and 504s
2026-04-08 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
Learn how to navigate the IEP process with clarity, confidence, and the wind at your back during this 9-session, free workshop series. This month at Steering Toward Success (8 of 9), we will look closely at behavior and discipline when a student has either a 504 Plan or an IEP. Yes, there are protections. But there are also potential pitfalls. Know when you might need professional support. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is available. Please contact Joe at jgoyos@sdsu.edu with other accommodations and language access needs at least 3-days in advance.
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CANCELED: Early Start Together Playdate
2026-04-11 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Park de la Cruz Recreation Center, 3901 Landis St, San Diego, CA, 92105
Join us for our EFRC event series: Parent-to-Parent Playdates! Meet other parents of infants and toddlers with disabilities (or suspected disabilities). Connect and build your community! Get to know other parents as you give your baby or toddler social time. Registration required. Light refreshments provided. We can talk about behavior, sleep, eating, resources, diagnosis, services … and more!
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Questions? Contact Sara Hassani, shassani@sdsu.edu

Mindful Motion
2026-04-13 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Balboa Park, 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Come walk, roll, or stroll with EFRC! We will take an accessible route. Along the way, we will get a chance to briefly “try on” a different mindfulness practice. Participants will have an opportunity to connect with other families. All ages welcome.
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Questions? Contact Moira A. (ENG) – mallbritton@sdsu.edu or Mario G.A. (SPA) – mgarciaacosta@sdsu.edu

Understanding Regional Center Adult Services
2026-04-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
Parents of adult children, you’re not alone! Join us for a relaxed, supportive conversation where you can share stories, swap ideas, and connect with other families on the same journey. This month’s Next Chapter topic will focus on Regional Center adult services.
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For additional information contact Moira A. – mallbritton@sdsu.edu

Grupo de Apoyo - Autismo
2026-04-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-11 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Corner Meeting Room, East Lake Community Church, 2351 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA, 91914, United States
Grupo para familias de niños y adolescentes con autismo.
Un foro abierto para• Información• Liderazgo• Recursos en la comunidad• Abogacía• Compañerismo
Este evento es copatrocinado por:
La Sociedad de Autismo de San Diego
El Centro de Recursos para Familias Excepcionales

Leading the Charge
2026-04-16 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Doubletree by Hilton Mission Valley, 7450 Hazard Center Dr., San Diego, 92108
Join us for the 11th annual Leading the Charge conference focused on transition-age youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The event features a keynote by Dani Bowman, a resource expo, and networking opportunities.
Learn more and register on Eventbrite: Register Here

Mindful Motion
2026-05-04 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Superbloom Cafe, 2688 E Mission Bay Dr., San Diego, CA, 92109
Come walk, roll, or stroll with EFRC! We will take an accessible route and explore a different part of Balboa Park. Along the way, we will get a chance to briefly “try on” a different mindfulness practice. Participants will have an opportunity to connect with other families. All ages welcome.

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Questions? Contact Moira A. (ENG) – mallbritton@sdsu.edu or Mario G.A. (SPA) – mgarciaacosta@sdsu.edu

Pros & Cons of Complaints
2026-05-04 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
Learn how to navigate the IEP process with clarity, confidence, and the wind at your back during this 9-session, free workshop series. Reasonable people can disagree. This month at Steering Toward Success (9 of 9), we will review various options for resolving the disagreements that can occur between families and schools. Better understand your rights and also understand the trade-offs. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is available. Please contact Joe at jgoyos@sdsu.edu with other accommodations and language access needs at least 3-days in advance.
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Morning Book Circle (Ingles solamente)
2026-05-07 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-04 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom

IEP Day Parent Conference
2026-05-16 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Doubletree by Hilton Mission Valley, 7450 Hazard Center Dr., San Diego, 92108
For details, see: www.efrconline.org/iepday

Parent Hours (Evening)
2026-08-11 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
Meet​ with EFRC Program Specialist​s for individualized guidance on educational, Regional Center, and ​o​ther disability service questions. Explore options, ask questions, and leave with practical next steps. Registration reques​ted. Questions will be fielded on a first-come, first-served basis. Spanish interpretation available.
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Parent Hours (Midday)
2026-08-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom

Tips for Navigating Crisis
2026-08-27 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
Led by Wajdi Akef Fakhoury, LMFT, Clinical Director of CA-START San Diego, and Crystal Barard, Coaching Team Lead of CA-START San Diego, this training offers parents and caregivers practical tools for supporting loved ones with neurodevelopmental differences, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring mental health needs before, during, and after moments of crisis. Participants will learn how to recognize early warning signs, respond in ways that first support calming and connection, and reduce escalation through simple trauma-informed strategies. The training also highlights realistic crisis planning, caregiver recovery, sibling support, and rebuilding connection after difficult moments.
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Have questions, contact jgoyos@sdsu.edu

Grupo de Apoyo - Autismo
2026-09-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-12 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Eastlake Community Church, Upper Campus, 990 Lane Avenue, Room 4, Chula Vista, CA, 91914

Grupo de Apoyo - Autismo
2026-11-02 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Eastlake Community Church, Upper Campus, 990 Lane Avenue, Room 4, Chula Vista, CA, 91914
Grupo para familias de niños y adolescentes con autismo.
Un foro abierto para• Información• Liderazgo• Recursos en la comunidad• Abogacía• Compañerismo
Este evento es copatrocinado por:
La Sociedad de Autismo de San Diego
El Centro de Recursos para Familias Excepcionales
Los esperamos. No contamos con cuidado de niños.
