NCED Family Navigation Network

11/13/2025

We’re moving to a new page and we want you to come with us! 💙

At Family Navigation Network, we’re here for families like yours, connecting you to community resources, health care information, and offering emotional support for those caring for a loved one with a special health care need or disability.

We’d love to stay connected and continue supporting you, so please follow our new page: [LINK] https://www.facebook.com/NcedFamNavNet/

Our old page will be deleted eventually, but our care and support continue. Don’t miss out on what’s next at FNN!

11/08/2025

Thank you, City of Reno!

City of Reno Adaptive, in partnership with AARP Nevada, invites you to Teglia’s Paradise Park on Wednesday, November 12 at 10 a.m. for a fun and inclusive community walk. Dr. Ellia Ciammaichella, an Osteopath and Physiatrist, will lead participants through one or two laps around the park while sharing wellness tips along the way.

We’re also excited to debut the new Fun2Go side-by-side adaptive bicycle, made possible through a 2025 AARP Community Challenge Grant. This addition expands access to cycling for riders of all ages and abilities, and participants will have the opportunity to try it out during the event.

Attendees can check in with an AARP volunteer at the Teglia’s Paradise Park Activity Center parking lot on the day of, and are encouraged to bring their own water and wear comfortable shoes. The walking route is accessible for individuals using wheelchairs, strollers, and adaptive bikes. Helmets are required for those riding bicycles.

Register by calling 1-877-926-8300 or by visiting https://events.aarp.org/event/wwadreno3/summary

11/07/2025

Advanced Child Behavior Solutions has proudly served children and families across Northern Nevada since 2006 🌻

The team specializes in supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as well as those experiencing learning or behavior challenges related to various diagnoses, disabilities, or developmental conditions. With extensive training and a compassionate approach, they are dedicated to helping every child reach their fullest potential.

📞 (775) 448-6533

Esta es la versión en español ⬇️

Advanced Child Behavior Solutions ha apoyado con orgullo a niños y familias en el norte de Nevada desde 2006 🌻

El equipo se especializa en apoyar a niños con Trastorno del Espectro Autista (TEA), así como a aquellos que enfrentan desafíos de aprendizaje o de comportamiento relacionados con diversos diagnósticos, discapacidades o condiciones del desarrollo. Con una amplia capacitación y un enfoque compasivo, se dedican a ayudar a cada niño a alcanzar su máximo potencial.

📞 (775) 448-6533

11/07/2025

Join us at Harvesting Hope! 🍂

We’ll be at the Collaboration Center Foundation’s Harvesting Hope Family Fall Festival & Community Resource Fair this Saturday, November 8th from 12–3 PM at 8390 W. Windmill Lane in Las Vegas!

Stop by the FNN table to say hi 👋 - our Vegas staff will be there, and Grace is joining us from Northern Nevada.

This free, family-friendly festival features:
- Petting zoo & garden project
- Face painting & sensory play
- Sweet treats & taco truck

We can’t wait to connect with families and celebrate our community!

Collaboration Center Campus
Saturday, November 8 | 12–3pm
More info: collablv.org
or scan the QR code on the flyer.

11/06/2025

Save The Date! March 6-7 is our next "Navigating the Road to Independence" youth transition summit.

This is for youth and young adults with disabilities, parents and caregivers, educators (get up to 10 CEU's!) and other professionals who work with youth who have disabilities.

Would you like to present a workshop? Reach out to our event coordinator, Maria Barber for details. mailto:mariabarber@unr.edu
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¡Reserva la fecha! El 6 y 7 de marzo será nuestra próxima cumbre de transición juvenil “Navegando el camino hacia la independencia”.

Este evento es para jóvenes y adultos jóvenes con discapacidades, padres y cuidadores, educadores (¡pueden obtener hasta 10 CEU’s!) y otros profesionales que trabajan con jóvenes con discapacidades.

¿Te gustaría presentar un taller? Comunícate con nuestra coordinadora del evento, María Barber, para más información: mailto:mariabarber@unr.edu

10/31/2025

This Halloween, let’s celebrate every spooky, sparkly, and wonderfully unique brain. 🎃🧡

Looking for a fun, safe, and FREE Halloween activity on Nevada Day? Join Northern Nevada Health System's Trunk-or-Treat for a frightfully fun time! Enjoy spooky treats, exciting activities, and a “tour de cars” that’s sure to delight both kids and adults alike.

The first 250 kids will receive a special trick-or-treat bag! 👻
Aquí está la versión en español ⬇️

Este Halloween, celebremos cada mente espeluznante, brillante y maravillosamente única. 🎃🧡

¿Buscas una actividad de Halloween divertida, segura y GRATIS en el Día de Nevada? Ven a una de nuestras dos ubicaciones de Trunk-or-Treat para pasar un rato espeluznantemente divertido. ¡Habrá dulces, actividades y un recorrido de autos que encantará a niños y adultos!

¡Los primeros 250 niños recibirán una bolsa especial de truco o dulce! 👻

📅 Friday / Viernes, October 31 / Octubre 31 · 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. PDT

📍 Location / Locación: Sierra Medical Center

6500 Longley Lane, Reno, NV 89511

📞 Contact / Contacto:

Learn more at http://spklr.io/6177BK5lS

10/29/2025

This Halloween, make your home a welcoming stop for all kids! By offering non-food treats like glow sticks, stickers, or small toys, you can include children with food allergies, dietary restrictions, and other disabilities in the fun.

10/27/2025

Grace Larkins is the associate project coordinator for the Family Navigation Network. She spent much of her career in the arts, non-profit management, and professional graphic design, but her life took a new direction after her daughter Lucy was born with a rare genetic disorder. Lucy's medical complexities, including cerebral palsy and epilepsy, inspired Grace to step into the world of advocacy and support.

Grace is dedicated to finding new ways to support families like hers in navigating the challenges of caring for children with special healthcare needs. She is passionate about creating more inclusive spaces and expanding access to vital resources. Whether through policy changes, community initiatives, or everyday interactions, Grace is committed to creating meaningful change so all families feel understood and supported.

10/25/2025

The Food Bank of Northern Nevada delivers Mobile Harvest to neighborhoods across our region with fresh produce, healthy meals, hope on wheels 🚚💛

Every meal served, every caring food package delivered transforms lives and creates opportunities for brighter futures. What began in 1983 as a small food pantry powered by passionate volunteers has grown into northern Nevada’s leading hunger relief organization, connecting communities with nourishing food and vital resources.

Food Bank of Northern Nevada
email@fbnn.org
Phone: (775)-331-3663

10/23/2025

💙 It’s Down Syndrome Awareness Month! 💛

Did you know that NDSS partnered with Mattel to create the first-ever Barbies with Down syndrome? 🌟 Representation matters and this collaboration celebrates inclusion, diversity, and the beauty of every individual. 💫

Learn more about Down syndrome and the incredible work NDSS is doing at www.ndss.org.

10/22/2025

10/22/2025

Halloween is a magical time when imagination takes the spotlight, and a child's mobility device can become an amazing part of their costume! Instead of trying to hide a wheelchair, crutches, or a walker, you can incorporate them into a truly creative and unique costume design. This not only makes the costume more comfortable and practical, but it also celebrates the person's identity and sense of style.