NCED Family Navigation Network

06/29/2025

💥GOT A MEDICAID STORY YOU WANT TO SHARE?🔥
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto would like to amplify stories of Nevadans, and Americans across the country, who will be impacted by Republicans’ reconciliation bill and its cuts to Medicaid, food assistance, and other critical programs.

If you are willing to share your story about how you would be impacted, please record a short video and upload it with this form for her to amplify online. Your video may be published on social media, or used as reference for speeches and other media to spread the word far and wide about how Americans will be impacted by this legislation.

Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto would like to amplify stories of Nevadans, and Americans across the country, who will be impacted by Republicans’ reconciliation bill and its cuts to Medicaid, food assistance, and other critical programs. If you are willing to share your story about how you would be im...

05/11/2025

We're Hittin' the Road with Nevada TRIP!

The Nevada TRIP (The Roadmap Through Innovative Partnerships) interactive website has launched! This powerful tool is helping students with disabilities, their parents, and educators navigate the process from elementary to middle to high school and beyond to adult life and independence.

At Nevada TRIP, we believe every traveler deserves a solid roadmap, the right tools, and a supportive crew.

Currently, the website is publicly available to all through the Visitor’s Pass. It is also available for Student Registration in 3 Nevada pilot school districts: Carson City, Humboldt, and White Pine, with more districts to come!
October 2025: Douglas, Nye, Pershing
October 2026: Elko, Eureka, Lander, Lincoln, Lyon, Washoe
October 2027: Churchill, Clark, Esmeralda, Mineral, Storey and the State Public Charter School Authority

🔗 Learn more and join us on the trip: https://nevadatrip.nv.gov/

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04/30/2025

This looks like a great virtual event! Please share.

Sharing this resource for Autism Awareness/Acceptance Month!

The Autism Parenting Summit is a free, online event happening May 16-19, 2025, connecting families with experts to provide strategies on:
✅ Behavior and communication
✅ Sensory solutions
✅ Transition to adulthood

🎤 Special guest: Dr. Temple Grandin – Autism advocate, best-selling author, and scientist.

Learn more and register here: https://autismparentingsummit.com/

04/19/2025

What a great event!

04/16/2025

We are thrilled to announce the expansion of our Rodeo Wish Program, now proudly presented by Dolan Auto Group.

This core Reno Rodeo Foundation program provides critical support to children in Northern Nevada living with long-term, non-terminal medical, developmental, or mental health conditions—such as diabetes, asthma, epilepsy, autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, ADHD, and anxiety disorders.

In addition to delivering personalized wish experiences, the program now provides year-round assistance for adaptive equipment, vehicle repairs and accessibility modifications, in-home safety improvements, therapy-related costs, and travel support for medical appointments.

We’ve also expanded who can nominate a child. We now accept nominations from medical providers, hospital or clinic case workers, licensed mental health professionals and therapists, nonprofit professionals, social workers, court-based professionals (including court-appointed special advocates, court social workers, victim advocates, family court case managers, and court clerks or coordinators), and school-based professionals such as counselors, nurses, and special education staff.

To learn more, nominate a child, or explore partnership opportunities, visit renorodeofoundation.org/rodeo-wish

03/01/2025

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela

Join us for Navigating the Road to Independence for Youth with Special Health Care Needs and Disabilities on April 18-19, and gain the tools you need to better support your students in their journey to adulthood.

This event isn’t just informative – it’s actionable, and you’ll leave with new strategies for supporting students through the critical transition from child to adult services. Plus, earn up to 10 continuing education credits while doing it!

Let’s empower our students to thrive and succeed beyond the classroom.

🗓 Date: April 18 & 19
📍 Location: Truckee Meadows Community College
➡️ Register today! https://unrfnn.regfox.com/navigatingtransitionsummit

02/27/2025

“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt

The transition to adulthood is one of the most exciting – and challenging – times of your life. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back! Join us for Navigating the Road to Independence on April 18-19, and discover the tools you need to take charge of your health, education, emplyment, and independence. 💪

You’ll hear from experts who understand what it’s like to plan for the future with special health care needs, and you’ll connect with other young adults who are on the same path. It’s your future – let’s make it amazing, together!

🗓 Date: April 18 & 19
📍 Location: Truckee Meadows Community College
➡️ Register today! https://unrfnn.regfox.com/navigatingtransitionsummit

02/26/2025

“The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence.” – Denis Waitley

For families and caregivers of youth with special health care needs and disabilities, the road ahead can feel uncertain. But you don't have to navigate it alone! Join us for Navigating the Road to Independence for Youth with Special Health Care Needs and Disabilities on April 18-19.

This two-day event will provide practical tools, resources, and expert advice to help guide your young adult as they transition to adult services. Whether you're new to the process or looking for more insights, we’ll cover everything from managing health care to understanding benefits and beyond.

Let's make this journey smoother together. 🌟

🗓 Date: April 18 & 19
📍 Location: Truckee Meadows Community College
➡️ Register today! https://unrfnn.regfox.com/navigatingtransitionsummit

02/25/2025

Our group provides an educational and supportive platform to share valuable parenting tips and tricks, offer peer support, and gain fresh perspectives. We welcome you to join our empowering community of parents! 💕

Call 1-800-216-5188 to register! 👨‍👩‍👧

02/25/2025

Reno Families! There's a free screening on March 3rd of Our World in Our Words. Scan the QR code for more details. 🎥

02/25/2025

👩‍👩‍👧‍👧 Our group provides an educational and supportive platform to share valuable parenting tips and tricks, offer peer support, and gain fresh perspectives. We welcome you to join our empowering community of parents!

📲 Call 1-800-216-5188 to register!

02/25/2025

The purpose of this project is to help families implement interventions to reduce challenging behavior and increase appropriate skills for your child in your own home. Families of children younger than 11 years old with a developmental disability who live in Clark, Esmeralda, Lincoln, Mineral, and Nye Counties may qualify for the program. Visit https://unlv.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_benSqKzIhHkipXo