WarmLine Family Resource Center

11/14/2025

Please join us Tuesday, Nov. 18 for part one of a two-part series, providing parents and caregivers the chance to learn more about navigating transitions from Early Start (Part C) to preschool special education (Part B). Please share this info with families to help extend this learning opportunity to your community: https://buff.ly/63g4zuu and to register, visit: https://buff.ly/gOSnTfC

11/12/2025

There is still time to register for our caregiver connection this Saturday 11/15 at the WarmLine office. Child care has reached capacity. We hope you can join us.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/caregiver-connection-tickets-1542599890799

11/11/2025

📣 New Resource for Parents & Caregivers!
CalECSE’s Parent’s Guide to the Part C to Part B Transition (Age Two Turning Three) helps families navigate early childhood special education services, connect with local supports, and understand their rights and roles in the transition process.

✨ Designed to empower families and strengthen collaboration as children move from early intervention to preschool special education.

📥 Download the handout here:
https://www.calecse.org/uploads/blogs/files/1762532535_Parent%20Outreach%20Resource%20October%202025%20Compliant%2001%20(1).pdf

11/06/2025

🌾 Statewide Online Rural Support Group 🌾
Are you raising a child with mental or behavioral health needs in a rural or frontier area? You’re not alone! 💚

Join our welcoming online support group for parents and caregivers to connect, share experiences, and find understanding from others who “get it.”

🗓️ Meets every 3rd Monday
🕐 1pm - 2pm & 6pm - 7pm
💻 Join on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82597696058

📅 Starting November 10, 2025

For more info, contact Jolene Freschi at 📧 925jojo@gmail.com

Funded by the Commission for Behavioral Health
This group is open only to those in rural or frontier areas.

🤝 Let’s bridge the distance — together.

11/02/2025

Join CalECSE in November for two essential no-cost virtual training sessions! Learn more about Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) in early childhood and how to navigate the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) with attorney Jennifer Nix from 3 to 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 3. This program will promote compliance and equity in early childhood programs across the state. Register now: https://buff.ly/SxsHxJ7

Next, parents and caregivers are highly recommended to attend Guiding the Journey: A Two-Part Series for Navigating Part C to Part B Transitions from 3 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 18. This first session will focus on Early Start and what parents need to know about the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), timelines, and parent rights and responsibilities. Register today: https://buff.ly/ark4i9x

10/17/2025

Parents' Night Out! Friday, October 17 at 7pm.

Sharing information about a special needs parent group that meets to share experiences and build friendships. If you are looking for a group of parents to chat with text Monique at 626-592-0515 by October 14.

10/14/2025

ICYMI: October has something for everyone in our community! See our upcoming events
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10/13/2025

Do you need some connection with other caregivers on a similar journey? Join us this Saturday for WarmLine's Caregiver Connection. There are limited childcare spots still available.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/caregiver-connection-tickets-1542604314029

10/09/2025

Your input matters! The State Council on Developmental Disabilities is updating their five-year plan, and they need your feedback on a survey to help shape the future of services for people with I/DD. Deadline to submit is October 15. Learn more https://www.altaregional.org/post/state-council-developmental-disabilities-updating-their-five-year-plan

10/09/2025

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Jueves 23 de Octubre
5:30pm Pacifico
PRESENTADO EN INGLES CON INTERPRETACION SIMULTANEA

Sesión de Escucha Para Personas con Parálisis Cerebral
Es necesario registrarse.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DMKwbKOtQdublSuLvb8K7A #/registration

Invitamos a las personas con parálisis cerebral a unirse al Centro Regional de Alta California para una Sesión de Escucha virtual.

Queremos conocer su opinión sobre temas como:
• ¿Cuáles son los servicios más importantes que le resultan difíciles de obtener?
• ¿Qué cree que está funcionando bien?

Se ofrece interpretación en español y lenguaje de señas americano (ASL). Para solicitar idiomas adicionales, envíe un correo electrónico a Shamir Griffin a sgriffin@altaregional.org.

10/06/2025

I Am Able Disability Job Fair is the only hiring event in the region designed for people with disabilities by people with disabilities. Join the event on October 14 from 11am - 2pm and meet with 40 employers committed to hiring people with disabilities! Learn more https://www.altaregional.org/community-event/i-am-able-disability-job-fair-1

10/04/2025

To kick off National Disability Employment Awareness Month, leaders from Making Space and DRC present a virtual panel discussion on the wide world of work and disability. They will talk about their own personal experiences with employment, reasonable accommodations, supports to find a job and more. Join us for the panel, presentations, resources and community.

When: Monday, October 6, 2025 at 9:30am-10:45am PT

Learn more and register at the link: https://www.disabilityrightsca.org/latest-news/making-space-and-disability-rights-californias-national-disability-employment-awareness

ASL Interpretation and live captions available.