Family Resource Network

The Future is Now
2026-04-20 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-27 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-05-04 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Preparing for the care of your adult child or family member. This six-week live event offers a step-by-step process to help you design a plan for the future care of your adult child.

Self-Care Matters
2026-04-20 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:30
As a parent or caregiver of someone with a disability, one of the hardest things to do is take care of yourself. Finding time for your own health and wellbeing often takes a back seat to your many other caregiving responsibilities.

Todo sobre cuentas de CalAble
2026-04-21 10:00 - 11:30
CalABLE (California Achieving a Better Life Experience) es un programa de ahorro e inversión con ventajas fiscales para personas con discapacidad. Permite a las personas elegibles ahorrar dinero para gastos relacionados con la discapacidad sin perder el acceso a beneficios públicos como el Ingreso de Seguridad Suplementario (SSI) o Medi-Cal. Lo que aprenderá en esta capacitación:

¿Qué es la Ley ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience)? La ley federal que autoriza a los estados a establecer programas ABLE en sus respectivos estados;
¿Quiénes son elegibles para abrir una cuenta CalABLE, la versión de California de las cuentas ABLE?
¿Cómo abrir y administrar una cuenta CalABLE?
¿Qué se considera un gasto por discapacidad calificado?
¿Cómo CalABLE le ayuda a ahorrar más allá del límite de $2,000 para el SSI?
Los beneficios fiscales de CalABLE (crecimiento con impuestos diferidos y retiros libres de impuestos para gastos por discapacidad calificados); y
¿Cómo CalABLE apoya la independencia financiera de niños y adultos con discapacidad?

Sibshops
2026-04-21 16:00 - 17:00
Sibshops is a unique opportunity for siblings to connect with others who share similar experiences, build a community and understanding in a fun and supportive environment. For more information or assistance with registering, call 951-358-3135

Blue Envelope Training, Corona
2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:30
These trainings are critical because they help strengthen communication and understanding between individuals with disabilities and first responders. Participants will learn how the Blue Envelope Program supports safer, more informed interactions during traffic stops and emergency situations, while also increasing community awareness and preparedness.
Blue Envelope kits will be distributed at each training. As a best practice, Spanish and ASL interpretation will be provided to support accessibility and inclusion.

Healthy Child Development & Early Intervention Awareness, Fullerton
2026-04-22 10:00 - 13:00

Parent Coffee Hour, Bermuda Dunes
2026-04-22 12:30 - 13:30

Autism Essentials: Tools & Support for Caregivers
2026-04-23 12:00 - 12:45
Some kids with autism do things differently. If you’re looking to learn ways to support a child with autism, join our educational webinar. We’ll explore practical solutions to everyday challenges. Gain valuable insights, tools, and strategies you can use to make a positive impact on the one you love.

Tendremos traducción en vivo al español. Español: Esenciales del autismo: Herramientas y apoyo para cuidadores Algunos niños con autismo hacen las cosas de manera diferente. Si buscas formas de apoyar a un niño con autismo, únete a nuestro seminario web educativo. Exploraremos soluciones prácticas para los desafíos cotidianos. Obtén información valiosa, herramientas y estrategias que puedes utilizar para generar un impacto positivo en ese ser querido.

Blue Envelope Training, Palm Desert
2026-04-23 17:00 - 18:30

All About CalAble Accounts
2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:30
CalABLE (California Achieving a Better Life Experience) is a tax-advantaged savings and investment program for individuals with disabilities. It allows eligible individuals to save money for disability-related expenses without losing access to public benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medi-Cal. What you’ll learn in this training:

What is the ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Act, the federal law authorizing states to establish ABLE programs in their respective states;
Who is eligible to open a CalABLE account, California’s version of ABLE accounts;
How to open and manage a CalABLE account;
What counts as qualified disability expenses;
How CalABLE helps you save beyond the $2,000 asset limit for SSI;
The tax benefits of CalABLE (tax-deferred growth and tax-free withdrawals for qualified disability expenses); and
How CalABLE supports financial independence for children and adults with disabilities.

Flying Doctors, Blythe
2026-04-25 08:00 - 15:30
The Flying Doctors will be offering the following dental and vision services:
Dental

Exams
X-Ray
Cleanings
Fillings
Extractions

Vision

Eye exam
Free prescription glasses

Day of the Child, Blythe
2026-04-25 09:00 - 15:00

7th Annual Walk & Roll, Riverside
2026-04-25 11:00 - 15:00
Walking or Rolling, let’s join the Inland Empire as we create awareness and fund raise for CHARGE Syndrome.

Caminando o en rudas vamos a crear conciencia y recaudar fondos para CHARGE. Nos reuniremos en Fairmont Park, Accessible Playground 2601 Fairmont Blvd. Riverside, CA. 92501. Parking Lot 5. Entrance to the park via Market Street.

Autism Acceptance Walk, Perris
2026-04-25 12:00 - 15:00
Step into Connection at the Autism Acceptance Walk. Join us at the Southern California Railway Museum for a day of family fun, community spirit, and celebration! This event is more than just a walk; it’s where every step makes a difference.

Challenged Children's Rodeo, Norco
2026-04-25 12:00 - 16:00
Rodeo for Special Needs children ages 4 to 12 years old

Sign in at 11:00 am

Event starts at 12:00 pm
What to expect:
Before the rodeo, each child is outfitted for their competition with:

A real cowboy hat

T-shirt

Bandanna

and a roping lariat

(These all go home with them, as do extraordinary memories!)

Every child is introduced to the crowd and recognized on their special day as they are presented with their awards as rodeo champions.

As a special memory of the day, each child has their picture taken with their rodeo partner, who autographs the picture, creating a special souvenir keepsake.

Because we have children who come back time and again, we make an effort to vary the awards and keepsakes.
Challenged Children’s Rodeo events include:

Roping

Bronc riding

Bull riding

Barrel racing

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BTC's Generational Homecoming
2026-04-27 12:00 - 13:00
Everyone is welcome to join BTC for “We Are AANHPI Families”, a FREE engaging four-part virtual conversation series where they come together to share stories and collective wisdom within and across cultures. Centering AANHPI (Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander) families’ lived experiences and future possibilities, this series will braid the promises and challenges of multi-generational, multi-cultural child-rearing while honoring practices, heritages, languages, traditions, and the many different ways love is expressed.

IRC New Parent Orientation
2026-04-27 17:00 - 19:00
Join us for an informative session tailored to families eligible for Regional Center Services. Whether you are new to IRC or seeking a refresher, this training is designed to empower you with essential knowledge.

Family Resource Network- Parent Training IEP
2026-04-28 09:00 - 23:00
Learn the basics of this important planning meeting which first occurs around your child’s 3rd birthday and involves their educational needs. Topics to be discussed: What is an IEP Meeting and why do we have them? What can be included in an IEP? Who is on the IEP Team? What is the parent’s role? What are your rights?

Sex Education for IRC Adults 18+ & Teenagers 13-18, San Bernardino
2026-04-28 17:00 - 19:00

Autistics Diagnosed Later in Life
2026-04-28 19:00 - 20:00
Support group for adults diagnosed autistic is intending exclusively for individuals who have received an autism diagnosis in adulthood.

Red de Recursos Familiares - Capacitación Para Padres: Programa Educativo Individualizado
2026-04-29 09:00 - 11:00
Aprenda los conceptos básicos de esta importante reunión de planificación que ocurre por primera vez alrededor del tercer cumpleaños de su hijo e involucra sus necesidades educativas.Temas a tratar: ¿Qué es una reunión del IEP y por qué la tenemos? ¿Qué se puede incluir en un IEP? ¿Quién forma parte del equipo del IEP? ¿Cuál es el papel de los padres? ¿Cuáles son sus derechos?

Community Baby Shower, Indio
2026-04-29 11:00 - 13:00

Healthy Child Development & Early Intervention Awareness
2026-04-30 10:00 - 13:00

Pamper My Baby
2026-04-30 10:00 - 13:00
Join Chasing 7 Dreams for an educational workshop on healthy childhood development and early intervention awareness. Gain a better understanding of your child’s development and learn how to advocate for your child’s needs.

Navigating the Spectrum of Support
2026-04-30 12:00 - 12:45
Join BrightLife Kids and the Department of Developmental Services to explore resources for families of neurodivergent children. BrightLife Kids partners with all 21 Regional Centers across the state to get California families the behavioral health and specialized services that they need! This webinar will outline the services provided by both BrightLife kids and the Regional Centers while illustrating how we collaborate to best serve our communities. Both partners and parents are welcome! This webinar will have live translation support to Spanish. For more on BrightLife Kids: https://brightlife.kids/ca For more on DDS and the Regional Centers: https://www.dds.ca.gov/rc/

Supporting Engagement, Communication, and Play with Young Children at Home
2026-04-30 12:30 - 13:30
Thank you for your interest in the UC Davis MIND Institute ECHO Program
ECHO: Supporting Engagement, Communication, and Play with Young Children at Home will meet on Thursdays starting in April 2026. By registering for this series, you commit to attending the full series on the following dates:

Thursday, 4/30/26 12:30-1:30pm (Pacific)
Thursday, 5/07/26 12:30-1:30pm (Pacific)
Thursday, 5/14/26 12:30-1:30pm (Pacific)
Thursday, 5/21/26 12:30-1:30pm (Pacific)
Thursday, 5/28/26 12:30-1:30pm (Pacific)
Thursday, 6/04/26 12:30-1:30pm (Pacific)
Thursday 6/11/26 12:30-1:30pm (Pacific)

Turtle Talk: Expressing Artful Insights about Art Works
2026-05-01 12:00 - 13:00
Turtle Talk is back! We invite Native parents, teachers, and caregivers, along with those working with Native children and families and those interested in the work of raising our Indigenous children, to join us for the third season of Turtle Talk: Collectively Raising Indige-babies, a BTC Family-to-Family Real Talk virtual conversation series! All episodes are free and open access — register today for one or all conversations! All are welcome!
The series is convened by the Indigenous Early Learning Collaborative Institute. Episodes are on Fridays, 3–4 pm ET / 12–1 pm PT:
May 1, 2026 – Expressing Artful Insights about Art Works
June 5, 2026 – Indigenous Beats, Indigenous Songs Part II
October 2, 2026 – Our Sacred Foods Project
November 6, 2026 – The Things Children Say
