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PARENT and FAMILY RESOURCES
2-1-1 Information
Referral one-stop shopping for health and welfare needs. Operators take full case histories and provide a plethora of resources. They also have information about court-ordered parenting classes.
Dial 211
www.211.org
The Arc of San Diego
Largest provider of services to children and adults with disabilities in San Diego County, including parent/infant programs, independent living and vocational skills training, camps and recreational activities. Also a leader in government advocacy for persons with disabilities.
3030 Market St.
SD, 92102
619-685-1175
www.arc-sd.com
Autism College: Chantal Sicile-Kira
(See listing under Autism)
Caregiver Action Network (CAN)
Works to improve the quality of life of those with disabilities and chronic care conditions by providing education, peer support and resources to family caregivers.
855-227-3640
www.caregiveraction.org
Children in Need
Nonprofit organization administered by staff of San Diego County, Health and Human Services Agency. Their mission is to provide the necessary financial support for enrichment activities to assist children’s participation in sports, arts and cultural interaction.
858-616-5900
www.childreninneedsd.org
Child Trauma Academy
Dr. Bruce Perry’s site translates emerging findings about the human brain and child development into practical implications for the ways we nurture, protect, educate and heal children.
866-943-9779
www.childtrauma.org
CYSHCNet
Online group of researchers, families and youth, clinician partners and national organizations, working to assess and improve coordinated care and health systems for youth with special health care needs.
www.cyshcnet.org
Down Syndrome Association of San Diego (DSA)
Family Support Network across the lifespan: information, resources and referral services, education and social events, advocacy and public policy initiatives. Specialized services: peer/parent support, pre/postnatal consults, family support groups (English/Spanish), social groups, and lending library.
9245 Sky Park Ct. #130
SD, 92123
619-594-7389
www.dsasdonline.org
DS Action and Down Syndrome Center
Check the DS Action calendar for monthly activities for families with all disabilities including Dad’s Night, Mom’s Night, and fun family events. Follow on Facebook for a list of the most current activities.
619-694-4615
www.downsyndromeaction.org
Easter Seals Southern California
International charitable organization devoted to providing opportunities for children with physical disabilities.
714-834-1111
www.easterseals.com/southerncal
Exceptional Family Resource Center (EFRC)
Community-based collaborative agency, staffed by parents and professionals designed to serve families of individuals with special needs by providing a broad continuum of information, education and support. Resource library, parent groups, referrals and information about court-ordered parenting classes. Services and supports are offered in English and Spanish.
9245 Sky Park Ct. #130
SD, 92123
619-594-7416
www.efrconline.org
Family Voices
National organization and network of families with special healthcare needs and disabilities that promote partnerships with families, including those of cultural, linguistic and geographic diversity, to improve healthcare systems for children.
www.familyvoices.org
Filipino American Association for the Developmentally Disabled
Monthly support group for Filipino-American families.
www.faadd.org
Foundation for Developmental Disabilities
Provides support in San Diego and Imperial Counties for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, in the form of affordable housing access and development when available, micro-enterprise job development and creation, emergency assistance, and scholarship opportunities for students entering the field of developmental disabilities.
4355 Ruffin Rd. #116
SD, 92123
858-256-2222
www.foundationfordd.org
Freeheart Ranch, Sarah Wyckoff, MA
Parent of person with special needs offers holistic, transformative coaching, expressive art, journaling, drama and dance/movement therapy for parents. Offers private sessions, facilitates support groups and leads Free Heart Ranch Mother’s Retreats.
619-246-4595
www.freeheartranch.com
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Offers support services to grandparents and relatives who are raising grandchildren.
619-787-0807
www.assertivefamilysolutions.org
The Hanna Fenichel Center
Center for child development parent classes.
336-340 N Acacia Ave.
Solana Beach, CA 92075
858-755-0860
www.hannafenichel.com
Hope on the Hard Road
Faith-based nonprofit dedicated to growing a thriving community where families with children of all ages with special needs can get connected, be encouraged, and find hope for the road ahead through resources, events, monthly support groups and more.
306 W El Norte Rd.
Escondido, CA 92026
www.hopeonthehardroad.org
Kinship Support Services YMCA
YMCA of San Diego County Youth & Family Services provides help to grandparents and relatives caring
for children whose parents are unable or unavailable to them.
619-543-9850
www.ymca.org
Linda Collins, Ph.D., Clinical Psychology
Specializes in mindfulness-based psychotherapy and offers parenting groups for parents of children with special needs or typical developmental challenges.
5190 Governor Dr. #104
SD, 92122
858-536-8985
www.mindfultherapydoc.com
Make-A-Wish Foundation of San Diego
Creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
2440 Hotel Circle N. #200
SD, 92108
858-707-9474
www.sandiego.wish.org
Mental Health Systems, Inc.
Family service programs identify and address mental health needs and alcohol and drug issues, as well as assist clients with creating healthy interpersonal relationships. Programs provide innovative, strengths-based, individualized and culturally sensitive services.
9465 Farnham St., SD, 92123
858-573-2600
www.mhsinc.org
Michele McGrath Wolfson, MFT
Marriage and Family Counseling for families with special needs.
6353 El Camino Real #K
Carlsbad, CA 92009
760-431-1819
Mingle
A recurring, social resource event for parents and providers to meet, make connections and foster supportive relationships.
www.minglesd.com
Parent Group for Medical Kids
Parent support and resource group for kids with complex medical needs.
14020 Lake Poway Rd.
Poway, CA 92064
858-722-7503
novako@mac.com
Parenting Services – ABLT, Inc.
Assists parents with disabilities to learn primary care functions for their children, such as forming a parental bond, childcare, feeding, safety and emergency training, and support for doctor visits.
8825 Aero Dr. #215
SD, 92123
619-741-1548
www.abetterlifetogether.org
Parents Advocating Together
Offers support to parents of children with special needs (preschool to high school) in San Diego County. PAT provides information, trainings, educational and emotional support to parents as they navigate their child’s rights under IDEA 2004.
9606 Tierra Grande St. #204
SD, 92126
858-213-8005
www.patsd.org
PASS (Parent Advocates Seeking Solutions)
Parent support group for parents of children with special needs.
Meetings held at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church.
858-663-5069;858-254-9248
Poway, CA 92064
www.powaypass.com
POSSE (Parents of Students in Special Education)
Help navigate IEP process for learning disabilities.
619-335-0536
www.possesandiego.org
Rolling With Me
Nonprofit and growing network of community-based, bilingual peer support, advocacy and awareness. Puts on conferences, speaking engagements, and disability awareness events for those with physical disabilities. Connects individuals with medical supplies and equipment.
619-634-9080
www.rollingwithme.org
Roots and Wings Consulting
Marriage and family therapists, educators, social workers and psychologists with expertise in parenting, Autism, grief, communication, depression, anxiety, play therapy and more.
9541 Grossmont Summit Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91941
619-737-7721
www.RootsAndWings
Consulting.com
San Diego Center for ADHD Coaching
Roya Kravetz, professional coach and certified parent educator.
12625 High Bluff Dr. #111
SD, 92130
858-334-8584
www.adhdsuccesscoaching.com
San Diego Family Magazine
San Diego County’s best parenting resource! Free monthly magazine offers articles and resources for health, education, camp, holidays and local family fun for all ages and abilities. Award-winning monthly calendar full of family activities and events. Visit the website and stay connected through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.
1475 Sixth Ave. #500
SD, 92101
619-685-6970
www.SanDiegoFamily.com
San Diego Regional Center (SDRC)
Serves as a focal point in the community for services and other community resources for the families of people with developmental disabilities within San Diego and Imperial counties.
4355 Ruffin Rd. #200
SD, 92123
858-576-2996
www.sdrc.org
San Diego Undiagnosed Family Support Group
Quarterly meetings with interesting speakers and Facebook support group for parents of children with special needs who do not know the etiology of their child’s condition or illness. Fun activities for children are available while the parents meet.
760-332-8310
www.sdundiagnosedsupport.com
Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego
Helps parents and advocates in the special needs community overcome challenges of a family’s journey by bringing together people, information and resources. The foundation (in partnership with San Diego Family Magazine) publishes and distributes Flourishing Families annually, plus a free bi-monthly eNewsletter designed for families with special needs. Visit website to subscribe.
1475 Sixth Ave. #511
SD, 92101
619-685-6970
www.SNRFSD.org
TERI Campus of Life
Guides adults through the process of finding services for students and adults with developmental disabilities. Classes are available to become a qualified life coach for those with special needs for parents and professionals.
251 Airport Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92058
760-721-1706
www.teriinc.org
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI)
(See listing under Foster Care/Adoption)
UCSD Center for Mindfulness
Eight-week course to teach mindful coping skills.
5060 Shoreham Pl. #330
SD, 92122
858-334-4636
www.mindfulness.ucsd.edu
Walden Family Services
(See listing under Foster Care)
WIC-SDSU Research Foundation
Low-moderate income nutrition referral assistance program for pregnant and postpartum women and children 0-5.
Countywide locations
888-999-6897
www.sdsuwic.com
Xcite Steps Familly Therapy
Provides family coping skills and relationship conflict resolution through an individualized approach to parents, couples, siblings, and families who experience stress or anxiety due to ASD or other developmental disability diagnoses.
858-428-0222
www.xcitesteps.com
YMCA Kinship Support
Supports kinship caregivers, relatives who are raising the child of another family member through resources, case management. Support groups and respite care.
619-281-8313 x10743
www.ymcasd.org/community-support/ymca-youth-and-family-services/family-support-and-preservation/kinship-support-services