Events in August 2024
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July 28, 2024
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July 29, 2024(3 events)
4:00 pm: Webinar - How will the new Medicaid Access Rule affect Californians with I/DD?4:00 pm: Webinar - How will the new Medicaid Access Rule affect Californians with I/DD? – 
Join this webinar to learn about a new federal regulation, "Ensuring Access to Medicaid Services Final Rule," and how it will affect Californians with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This new rule takes effect starting July 2024! 5:00 pm: IRC Parent Orientation5:00 pm: IRC Parent Orientation – 
FOR FAMILIES FOUND ELIGIBLE FOR REGIONAL CENTER SERVICES: IRC welcomes one and all to come to the training to learn more (or refresh what you know) about IRC. During the training, families will hear a brief history of the regional center system and an overview of how case managers provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities. There will be a time for questions at the end should a family have a personal or detailed question for the trainer. New Parent Orientation will be provided via Zoom. The trainings will be held from 5:00 pm-7:00pm. You will need to access the training using Zoom on a computer, a smart phone, or a tablet. 5:00 pm: Webinar: Preparing Your Deaf/Hard of Hearing Child for Self-Advocacy at School5:00 pm: Webinar: Preparing Your Deaf/Hard of Hearing Child for Self-Advocacy at School – 
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July 30, 2024
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July 31, 2024(2 events)
4:00 pm: Free Backpacks & Resource Fair4:00 pm: Free Backpacks & Resource Fair – 
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August 1, 2024(2 events)
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August 2, 2024
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August 3, 2024(1 event)
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August 4, 2024
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August 5, 2024
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August 6, 2024(2 events)
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August 7, 2024(1 event)
6:00 pm: Restorative Connection Online Support Group6:00 pm: Restorative Connection Online Support Group – Restorative Connection is an online psycho-educational therapeutic support group for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities. A place to connect, converse, and share with your peers who are on a similar journey. This session is intended for parents or guardians ONLY. All conversations in this group are confidential and will NOT be recorded. Restorative Connection is led by a mental health professional. |
August 8, 2024(3 events)
6:00 pm: Sibs con GANAS Sibling Support Group6:00 pm: Sibs con GANAS Sibling Support Group – GANAS is offering Sibshops through Zoom the 2nd Thursday of the month. This program provides a safe and fun space for the SIBLINGS of those with special needs to feel seen, heard, informed, and empowered. This program helps peers open up to others who get what it's like to grow up with a brother or sister with special needs. |
August 9, 2024
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August 10, 2024
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August 11, 2024
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August 12, 2024
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August 13, 2024
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August 14, 2024(1 event)
10:30 am: Mental Health Support for Special Needs and Medically Fragile Parenting10:30 am: Mental Health Support for Special Needs and Medically Fragile Parenting – This peer support group is for parents from birth to four years postpartum. A safe and supportive place for sharing feelings and challenges commonly experienced when navigating the unexpected outcome of having a child with medical complications or special needs. 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. Now open to parents from birth to four years postpartum! |
August 15, 2024
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August 16, 2024
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August 17, 2024
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August 18, 2024
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August 19, 2024(3 events)
10:00 am: Diaper Distribution10:00 am: Diaper Distribution – The Junior League of Riverside hosts a monthly diaper distribution for families in need. 3rd Saturday of each month. 10:00 am: The Future is Now Designing a Support Plan for Your Family Member10:00 am: The Future is Now Designing a Support Plan for Your Family Member – This free six-week live online class series will give you a step-by-step process to help you design a plan for the future care of your family member. Small and welcoming learning environment for a personalized experience. Classes taught by trained instructors, ensuring a supportive learning experience. Classes available in both English and Spanish (ASL upon request). |
August 20, 2024(3 events)
5:30 pm: Talk To Me Tuesday5:30 pm: Talk To Me Tuesday – Online support group for parents and individuals with ID/DD, and professionals to get together & connect! Hosted by the Autism Society Inland Empire. |
August 21, 2024(5 events)
10:00 am: Parenting Black Children’s Parent/Caregiver Support10:00 am: Parenting Black Children’s Parent/Caregiver Support – 
Presented by Access Nonprofit every 4th Wednesday. Black families with Autism or developmental disabilities can call or join through Zoom to ask questions, share a concern, or give comments on regional centers and special education. Call 1-669-900-9128 or join the Zoom at https://bit.ly/3LEzs40. For more information and resources visit their website at https://accessnonprofit.org/. 6:00 pm: Restorative Connection Online Support Group6:00 pm: Restorative Connection Online Support Group – Restorative Connection is an online psycho-educational therapeutic support group for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities. A place to connect, converse, and share with your peers who are on a similar journey. This session is intended for parents or guardians ONLY. All conversations in this group are confidential and will NOT be recorded. Restorative Connection is led by a mental health professional. |
August 22, 2024(1 event)
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August 23, 2024
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August 24, 2024
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August 25, 2024
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August 26, 2024(4 events)
10:30 am: CAPACITACION PARA PADRES: RESUMEN DE PLAN EDUCATIVO INDIVIDUALIZADO (IEP)10:30 am: CAPACITACION PARA PADRES: RESUMEN DE PLAN EDUCATIVO INDIVIDUALIZADO (IEP) – 
1:00 pm: Diaper Bank1:00 pm: Diaper Bank – 
Located at 1126 W. Foothill Blvd. on the south side of the building. First come, first served. 5:00 pm: IRC Parent Orientation5:00 pm: IRC Parent Orientation –
FOR FAMILIES FOUND ELIGIBLE FOR REGIONAL CENTER SERVICES: IRC welcomes one and all to come to the training to learn more (or refresh what you know) about IRC. During the training, families will hear a brief history of the regional center system and an overview of how case managers provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities. There will be a time for questions at the end should a family have a personal or detailed question for the trainer. New Parent Orientation will be provided via Zoom. The trainings will be held from 5:00 pm-7:00pm. You will need to access the training using Zoom on a computer, a smart phone, or a tablet. 6:00 pm: Assessment Process Webinar6:00 pm: Assessment Process Webinar – TASK presents this workshop to provide an overview of parent and district participation in the special education assessment process. Workshop attendees will learn about the federal laws that govern special education and Section 504, the referral and assessment processes, and options for resolving disagreements. |
August 27, 2024(3 events)
10:00 am: Parent Coffee Hour10:00 am: Parent Coffee Hour – 
Come share your journey with other parents who get it, as well as share resources. Held at Desert Recreation District in Bermuda Dunes. Hosted by Olive Tree Occupational Therapy. RSVP by emailing Paloma@olivetreeot.com. 10:30 am: CAPACITACION PARA PADRES: TÉRMINOS DEL IEP Y EDUCACIÓN ESPECIAL10:30 am: CAPACITACION PARA PADRES: TÉRMINOS DEL IEP Y EDUCACIÓN ESPECIAL – 
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August 28, 2024(2 events)
10:30 am: Mental Health Support for Special Needs and Medically Fragile Parenting10:30 am: Mental Health Support for Special Needs and Medically Fragile Parenting – This peer support group is for parents from birth to four years postpartum. A safe and supportive place for sharing feelings and challenges commonly experienced when navigating the unexpected outcome of having a child with medical complications or special needs. 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. Now open to parents from birth to four years postpartum! |
August 29, 2024(5 events)
10:00 am: Quiet Hour at The Museum10:00 am: Quiet Hour at The Museum – The Victor Valley Museum is piloting a new program called "Quiet Hour" designed to be more accessible to people with sensory processing differences. The museum will create a calmer and quieter environment. Some exhibits with sounds or flashing lights will be turned off to minimize stimulation. Located at 11873 Apple Valley Rd., Apple Valley, CA. Call (760) 995-8770 for more information. 10:30 am: CAPACITACION PARA PADRES: CREACIÓN DE UNA CARPETA DEL IEP Y DEL AÑO ESCOLAR EXTENDIDO (ESY10:30 am: CAPACITACION PARA PADRES: CREACIÓN DE UNA CARPETA DEL IEP Y DEL AÑO ESCOLAR EXTENDIDO (ESY – 
5:00 pm: IRC Parent Orientation5:00 pm: IRC Parent Orientation – FOR FAMILIES FOUND ELIGIBLE FOR REGIONAL CENTER SERVICES: During this Zoom training, families will hear a brief history of the regional center system and an overview of how case managers provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities. There will be a time for questions at the end. 7:00 pm: Dad & Partner Support Group7:00 pm: Dad & Partner Support Group – Moms aren't the only ones who need support. Connect with other partners and learn from shared experiences! Meets on Zoom the last Thursday of the month. |
August 30, 2024
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August 31, 2024
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