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We assist parents of children with special education needs and disabilities. We are a sponsored program of CSUN. A sponsored program of CSUN

03/27/2026

Conoce a la facilitadora del Grupo de Apoyo Mamas Latinas, Mayra Lara 🌸⁠
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Únete al Grupo de Apoyo Mamas Latinas, un espacio de apoyo para madres de hijos con necesidades especiales donde pueden conectarse, compartir y crecer juntas. 💛⁠
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📅 Próxima reunión: 1 de abril⁠
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.⁠
📍 Ubicación: 26316 Friendly Valley Parkway, Newhall, CA 91321⁠
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✨ Para registrarte, llama a Mayra Lara al (661) 294-9715 o envíale un correo a mayra.lara@csun.edu⁠
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Esperamos verte ahí. 🤝✨⁠
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03/27/2026

✨ Explore alternatives to conservatorship that supports your child’s independence ✨⁠
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Join this empowering training presented by Daniel Hernandez from Disability Rights California to learn about Supported Decision-Making, Power of Attorney, and differences between conservatorship types and your child’s rights. ASL interpretation provided 🤟⁠
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📅 Tuesday, April 7, 2026⁠
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM⁠
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Save your spot 💫⁠
https://forms.gle/MpehQhVt9rTWSY6o7
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For more info: Diana | diana.chulak@csun.edu | (818) 677-5575⁠
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✨ Conozca las alternativas a la tutela que apoyan la independencia de su hijo/a ✨⁠
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Únase a esta capacitación presentada por Daniel Hernandez de Disability Rights California para aprender sobre la Toma de Decisiones con Apoyo, el Poder Notarial y las diferencias entre los tipos de tutela y los derechos de su hijo/a. Interpretación en ASL disponible 🤟
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📅 Jueves, 9 de abril del 2026⁠
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM⁠
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Reserve su lugar 💫⁠
https://forms.gle/e9AV8aw1TrCAayfR7
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Más información: Rebeca | rebeca.diaz@csun.edu | (818) 677-6854⁠
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03/27/2026

✨ Next Wednesday ✨⁠
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Join our Black & African American Family Focus Support Group, a safe and welcoming space for families of children (young and old) with special needs. Our next meeting will feature a special presentation by Social Recreation Specialist Heartty Siguenza.⁠
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🗓 April 1st⁠
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM on Zoom⁠
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📩 To register, email Theresa Quary at theresa.quary@csun.edu⁠
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Future meeting dates: May 6 and June 3⁠
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We hope to see you there! 💛⁠
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03/27/2026

You’re not alone 🧡 Supporting a sibling with a disability can be challenging, but it also builds empathy, strength, and a meaningful bond.⁠
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Here are a few tips for supporting your sibling while also taking care of yourself:⁠
✨ Focus on connection in ways that are accessible for them⁠
✨ Be patient with them and yourself⁠
✨ Communicate with respect⁠
✨ Keep your own identity⁠
✨ Take breaks without guilt⁠
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You don’t have to have it all figured out. Just showing up with love and understanding makes a bigger impact than you think.⁠
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For more tips or sibling support groups, check out our website in our bio or visit: https://www.csun.edu/family-focus-resource-center⁠
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03/26/2026

Did you know? 1 in 36 individuals are identified with Autism Spectrum Disorder 💙⁠
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Learn about autism across different life stages, explore practical strategies, and discover helpful community resources at our next AV Together We Shine Support Group meeting.⁠
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This session will focus on:⁠
Understanding Autism: Strengths, Supports, and Inclusion for All Ages 💙⁠
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📅 Wednesday, April 8⁠
⏰ 11:00 AM⁠
📍 Family Focus Resource Center (Inside Regional Center Lancaster)⁠
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Register here: tinyurl.com/AVSupportGroup
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03/26/2026

💜 Este Día Morado, escucha la historia de Sam 💜⁠
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Sam Moreno, facilitadora del grupo AV Together y apoyo entre pares en español con , comparte por qué la conexión y el apoyo son tan importantes al vivir con epilepsia.⁠
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Día Morado (26 de marzo) fue creado por Cassidy Megan () para crear conciencia sobre la epilepsia y recordarles a quienes viven con ella que no están solos. Hoy es un buen momento para aprender más, hablar del tema y apoyar a quienes lo necesitan.⁠
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Más información: https://purpleday.org/

03/26/2026

💜 This Purple Day, hear Sam’s story 💜⁠
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Samantha Moreno, AV Together Group Facilitator and Spanish Peer Support Provider with , shares why connection and support matter when living with epilepsy.⁠
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Purple Day (March 26) was created by Cassidy Megan () to raise awareness for epilepsy and to remind those living with it that they are not alone.⁠ Today is a chance to learn more, start conversations, and stand with those affected.⁠
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Learn more: https://purpleday.org/⁠
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03/25/2026

❣️ 27 de marzo⁠❣️⁠
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Un grupo de apoyo para padres con hijos con necesidades especiales, presentado en español. Un espacio para compartir, aprender y apoyarse mutuamente.⁠
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Cuándo: Cuarto viernes de cada mes⁠
Hora: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM⁠
Reuniones: Vía Zoom⁠
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Fechas de reunión:⁠
27 de marzo⁠
24 de abril⁠
22 de mayo⁠
26 de junio⁠
Julio – No hay reunión⁠
28 de agosto⁠
25 de septiembre⁠
23 de octubre⁠
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Para registrarse:⁠
Llame o envíe un correo electrónico a Rebeca⁠
(818) 677-6854 o rebeca.diaz@csun.edu

03/25/2026

✨TOMORROW ✨⁠
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Join our Parent Check-in & Chat for a relaxed and supportive Zoom conversation with fellow parents and caregivers. ⁠
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🗓️ Thursday, March 26, 2026⁠
⏰ 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM⁠
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🌟 Featuring guest speaker Amy Dahlen from Kidpower, sharing helpful tools to support your child, build strong relationships, and stay safe from bullying and harm.⁠
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Register here or through the link in our bio:⁠
https://csun.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqcuqtrTsvHNPQnhobG5pI2WxAvDxIfiCr #/registration⁠
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For questions, contact Diana at diana.chulak@csun.edu⁠
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03/24/2026

Get your green ready! 👕 Tomorrow, March 25th, is National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day. Join us by wearing your favorite green outfit to show support for the community. Let’s spread awareness and celebrate the strength of those living with Cerebral Palsy! 💚💪

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¡Prepara tu ropa verde! 👕 Mañana, 25 de marzo, es el Día Nacional de la Concientización sobre la Parálisis Cerebral. Únete a nosotros usando tu prenda verde favorita para mostrar apoyo a la comunidad. ¡Difundamos el mensaje y celebremos la fuerza de quienes viven con parálisis cerebral! 💚💪

03/24/2026

💜 Don’t forget: wear purple this Thursday! 💜⁠
Purple Day (March 26) was created by Cassidy Megan () to raise awareness for epilepsy and to remind those living with it that they are not alone.⁠
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Now recognized in over 100 countries, it’s a global movement of support 🌍⁠
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Show your purple, start a conversation, and help spread awareness in your community.⁠
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Pass it on! Share this reminder with someone who should wear purple too 💜⁠
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Learn more: https://purpleday.org/⁠
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💜 ¡No lo olvides: usa ropa de color púrpura este jueves! 💜⁠
El Día Púrpura (26 de marzo) fue creado por Cassidy Megan () para generar conciencia sobre la epilepsia y recordar a quienes viven con ella que no están solos.⁠
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Reconocido actualmente en más de 100 países, es un movimiento global de apoyo 🌍⁠
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Muestra tu color púrpura, inicia una conversación y ayuda a difundir la conciencia en tu comunidad.⁠
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¡Corre la voz! Comparte este recordatorio con alguien que también debería vestir de púrpura 💜⁠
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Más información: https://purpleday.org/⁠
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03/24/2026

✨ TOMORROW✨⁠
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Starting preschool is a big milestone for both children and parents. Join us for this interactive workshop to gain helpful tools, guidance, and reassurance to make this transition a positive experience for your whole family.⁠
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📅 Wednesday, March 25, 2026⁠
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM⁠
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Presented by Jodie Agnew-Navarro, Early Intervention Specialist/Credentialed Teacher from CHIME Institute.⁠
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🔗 Register here: https://csun.zoom.us/meeting/register/jfBvjtDVT4i7M_kOvTU7OA
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📧 For more information: diana.chulak@csun.edu| 818-677-6854⁠
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✨ MAÑANA ✨⁠
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Comenzando el preescolar es un gran paso para los niños y también para los padres. Acompáñenos en este taller interactivo para obtener herramientas útiles, orientación y tranquilidad que ayudarán a que esta transición sea una experiencia positiva para toda su familia.⁠
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📅 Miércoles 25 de marzo de 2026⁠
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM⁠
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Presentado por Jodie Agnew-Navarro, Especialista en Intervención Temprana/Maestra Certificada del Instituto CHIME.⁠
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🔗 Regístrese aquí: https://csun.zoom.us/meeting/register/jfBvjtDVT4i7M_kOvTU7OA
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📧 Para más información: rebeca.diaz@csun.edu | 818-677-6854
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