Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego

08/06/2025

📌 The California State Council on Developmental Disabilities just released its 2025–2026 Back-to-School Resource Guide! This free, easy-to-access guide is packed with helpful info for families, covering important topics like special education, health, safety and wellness. All in one place. This is a great resource to have as you gear up for the new school year. 🚌

07/14/2025

🌟 Thank you to the attendees who made our 8th annual All-Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair such a joyful, heartwarming success!

From a sensory-friendly opening to exciting stations like the Encanto Butterfly Craft, SpongeBob Jellyfish Pond and the Super Mario Wheelchair Awareness Course, families of all abilities enjoyed a day full of connection and fun.

Meet & Greets with Daniel Tiger, Princess Ariel, Buddy the Elf and Stormtroopers made memories that will last a lifetime!

Parents connected with 60+ community vendors, picked up the latest Flourishing Families guide and explored the ShopAble Bazaar featuring 9 businesses run by entrepreneurs with disabilities.

Thanks to Fox 5, K**I, and Univision KBNT 17 for showing up to see the excitement!

Special thanks to our sponsors: Cortica, UCSD Autism Center of Excellence and First 5 San Diego.

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Families of all abilities came together for a joyful, inclusive celebration at the 2025 All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair—hosted by the Special Needs...

07/11/2025

Today’s the day! Stop by the All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair happening now at Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center until 2 p.m.!

Enjoy free family fun with activity stations, crafts, games and meet beloved characters like Daniel Tiger, Princess Ariel, Buddy the Elf and Star Wars Stormtroopers. Parents can connect with needed resources.

No RSVP needed, just show up and play!

📍10440 Black Mountain Road, 92126.

Hosted by Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego.

07/10/2025

🌟 We’re sending a big THANK YOU to University of California, San Diego - Autism Center of Excellence for being an Ambassador Sponsor of our All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair happening tomorrow, 11am-2pm at Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center, 10440 Black Mountain Rd San Diego, 92126.

This special event brings together families, resources and inclusive fun — all in one place. 💙

UC San Diego Autism Center of Excellence's mission is to support families through early identification and treatment, helping every child access the care they deserve. Find out more at https://neurosciences.ucsd.edu/centers-programs/autism/index.html

We can’t wait to see you there!

07/09/2025

A huge thank you to our Ambassador Sponsor, Cortica, for supporting this year’s All-Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair!

Their doctors provide diagnoses for autism, ADHD, developmental delays, and the full range of developmental differences. Cortica's collaborative team provides children with personalized ABA, medical and developmental therapies all in one place.

Learn more about their services at https://www.corticacare.com/locations/ca/san-diego and see how they’re making a difference in San Diego and beyond.

07/08/2025

Don’t miss our free family-friendly event that celebrates kids of all abilities! Enjoy hands-on activities, games, crafts and sensory-friendly fun for everyone. Parents can connect with helpful resources while kids play, create and explore. Be sure to swing by the KPBS area for a chance to meet Daniel Tiger from Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood!

📅 This Friday, July 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
📍 Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center

07/02/2025

💥 Sensory-Friendly Fireworks Event! 💥The San Diego County Fair is hosting a special fireworks event on Thursday, July 4 at 6 PM at The Sound – Del Mar. Designed for individuals with sensory sensitivities including autism, PTSD and sensory processing differences. This gentle show offers a more comfortable way to enjoy the holiday. This event is included with fair admission. 🎟 No registration needed. ➡ Details: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2025/fireworks2

06/20/2025

Families of all abilities will love this free event. ➡ Sign up at https://inclusivefamilyevent2025.eventbrite.com

⏰ Friday, July 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center, 10440 Black Mountain Road, San Diego, CA 92126.

• Activity stations • Prizes • Crafts • Character meet and greets • Family resources • Networking • Shopping • Games • Free parking • More!

06/16/2025

🐉 We’re still soaring after Saturday’s “How to Train Your Dragon” Movie Night Fundraiser! ✨Thank you for a legendary night!

Families enjoyed an evening filled with dragon inspired crafts, meet-and-greets with friendly Vikings and Astrid, delicious popcorn and a magical screening of the beloved film.

❤️ A big thank-you to our sponsors Snapdragon and dlivrd.io, our amazing volunteers and all the families who came out to support the Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego. Events like this help build inclusion in the parenting community.

We’re already looking forward to seeing you at our next big gathering.

🥰Save the Date: July 11 – All-Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/all-inclusive-day-of-play-resource-fair-free-event-tickets-1284722342109

05/19/2025

We’re honored and deeply grateful to be the recipient of the 2025 Mao-Chun Memorial Fund from the Taiwanese American Foundation of San Diego.

This generous $1,000 donation will help us continue connecting families and individuals with disabilities to vital resources, services and opportunities in San Diego.

A special thank you to Philip Chang and his wife for recommending us for this meaningful award. Your support brings us closer to building a more inclusive community and enhancing the quality of life for all. Taiwanese American Community Center of San Diego.

Thank you for believing in our mission! 😍

05/14/2025

You're Invited! All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair – Friday, July 11, 11 AM–2 PM at Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center, San Diego.

FREE TICKETS AT: https://inclusivefamilyevent2025.eventbrite.com

Join us for a day designed for kids of all abilities. We'll have free activities, fun surprises and resources for parents.

What you’ll find:
• Interactive stations like Olaf Snowball Toss & Super Hero Speedway
• Character meet & greets (including Princess Ariel)
• Crafts, prizes, shopping & more
• Quiet Sensory Time from 11–11:30 AM
• Local resources to support your family
• The ShopAble Bazaar featuring vendors with disabilities

💙This event is free and open to everyone. Hosted by the Special Needs Resource Foundation. Come celebrate community and connection!

04/29/2025

Fun times this Saturday, May 3!
Join Blissful Seeds at their Farm Fun Day, check out the artists of Plant It Again at the annual Butterfly Festival or meet Dennis Miller a photographer with disabilities who photographs action figures in exciting ways at Southern California Comics for free comic book day!