Advocating for Your Child with Special Needs

Parents of children with disabilities often need to advocate to help their children receive the services they need. In this workshop, parents will learn how to best advocate for their child with special needs.

As a parent, you have a lifelong relationship with your child, and you are the “expert” on their individual needs. Friday, February 26 10:00am – 12:00pm Sonoma County Office of Education: Click here to register

Solano Stand Up! Build a Better Community

3rd Annual Solano Children & Families Policy Forum Saturday, Feb. 27th featuring Senator Lois Wolk and Congressman Mike Thompson. Stand up and speak out for youth and families and educate your elected officials. This is a free event but registration is required. Click here for more information in English/ Spanish.

Know Your Rights Training

On Saturday, February 21st in Dixon attorneys will discuss:

  • Your Rights when encountering immigration agents
  • Professional licenses for undocumented people
  • Rights in the Workplace

Click here for information in English/ Spanish

 

Foster and Kinship Care Conference Solano

Join Solano Community College for the 20th annual Solano Training Conference “Catch a Wave” March 3-6th at Courtyard Marriott, F airfield. See the full program here and click here to register.

The 7 Steps To Special Needs Peace Of Mind

Sponsored by Children’s Nurturing Project, join this workshop on REALISTIC AND ACHIEVABLE STEPS SO YOU CAN WORRY LESS ABOUT YOUR CHILD’S CARE AND FUTURE. On February 15th from6:30-8:30 pm, click here for more information.

Alternatives to Conservatorship Class

On Wednesday, February 10, from  10AM-12PM at the MIND Institute
Yulahlia Hernandez, Attorney and Clients Rights’ Advocate, and Annie Breuer, Assistant Clients’ Rights Advocate, from Disability Rights California/Office of Clients’ Rights Advocacy will present on alternatives to conservatorship. People with disabilities and their families, medical providers and community members are invited to attend this event. For more information, click here.

Sonoma County Transition Fair Prepares Parents-and Students- for Adulthod

On February 10th the 8th Annual Sonoma County Transition Fair offers parents and students opportunities to get the information needed to plan for transition to adulthood. Join dozens of services providers, educators, and community agencies to get the resources you need to make informed decisions. See flyers in English and Spanish below:

Transition Fair Flyer Eng2016

Transicion del Condado Flyer Span2016