Infant Development Association of California-IDA

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Infant Development Association of California is a 50-year-old non-profit, membership organization that advocates and promotes family-based, quality early intervention for infants and toddlers (ages 0-3) with special needs.

Early intervention is most effective when parents are involved and having fun! In this 2-hour session, ASL/English bilin...
09/13/2026

Early intervention is most effective when parents are involved and having fun! In this 2-hour session, ASL/English bilingual SLP Marissa Ramos, M.A., CCC-SLP walks EI providers through 5 hands-on language activities designed to coach toddler parents. These 5 activities require only household items and can be used during everyday routines with toddlers, making them more effective at teaching toddlers new words.

Marissa will show you best practices for incorporating gestures and signs into language intervention, including which words to target first, implementation strategies, and how to involve the whole family in the process.

5 Language Activities to Coach Toddler Parents with Marissa Ramos, M.A., CCC-SLP is a free virtual event on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 12:00pm-2:00pm (PDT). You must register at the link below.

REGISTER HERE: https://idac.memberclicks.net/language_activities_oct_6 #/

Play is one of the most powerful ways young children learn, especially during everyday moments with familiar caregivers....
05/25/2026

Play is one of the most powerful ways young children learn, especially during everyday moments with familiar caregivers. This session will explore how families and early childhood providers can support learning for children ages 0–5 through playful interactions embedded in daily home routines and using items most families have at home.

By the end of the session, participants will leave with practical ideas for helping families recognize that learning does not require special toys, worksheets, or extra time. Meaningful learning happens naturally through relationships, routines, and play.

REGISTER HERE: https://idac.memberclicks.net/importance_of_play_june_17 #/

Currently the Budget Committees in the Assembly and the Senate are holding hearings on the proposed 2026-2027 CA. Budget...
05/25/2026

Currently the Budget Committees in the Assembly and the Senate are holding hearings on the proposed 2026-2027 CA. Budget. The Governor will release his changes in what is referred to as the CA Budget - May revise.

Attend to learn the latest Early Intervention, Early Care & Education issues, Trailer Bills (Rate Reform/Quality Incentive Program, Early Intervention Programs Oversight).

REGISTER HERE: https://idac.memberclicks.net/may_revise_advocacy_27

Homework:
Do you know who your legislators are?
Check here Assembly www.assembly.ca.gov; Senate -www.senate.ca.gov
Do they know the importance of Early Intervention? Invite them to your program, and let them see and hear from families about the benefits of Early Intervention.

Roxy Ortiz currently holds the position of Director of Government Affairs at the Association of Regional Center Agencies (ARCA), an organization that represents the 21 regional centers throughout California. In her role, she is responsible for the comprehensive development and management of ARCA’s legislative program, which involves not only monitoring and analyzing legislative changes but also proactively engaging with policymakers to advocate for the needs of individuals and families supported by the regional centers.

This is the new date for the event "Beyond Taste: How the 8 Senses Can Impact the Feeding Experience" with Allie Glaze...
04/26/2026

This is the new date for the event "Beyond Taste: How the 8 Senses Can Impact the Feeding Experience" with Allie Glazer, M.S. CCC-SLP/L & Angela Hughes, M.S., CCC-SLP/L! Join us on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm virtually!

Can't attend the event live? Register to receive access to the recording!
REGISTER HERE: https://idac.memberclicks.net/eight_senses_april #/

Grab your favorite snack for this session! Have you ever wondered why a child tries a strawberry one day, but then refuses and glares at your audacity (for the same food!) on other days? Have you ever lost your appetite after smelling a certain food cooking, even though you like that food? How about how the crackle of a food wrapper can bring a child running? Eating is a full body experience, and your 8 (yes, 8!) senses influence vthe feeding experience!

The goal of this talk is to thoughtfully investigate and responsively support families navigating feeding differences from a sensory system perspective. The sensory system impacts feeding and flavor perception for everyone. For some, this impact can lead to challenges in social, nutritional and feeding skills, especially when considered in the context of the caregiver-child dyad. We’ll develop curiosity and discuss underlying reasons children experience eating challenges, as refusal is often more than “just behavior”. We’ll explore these through the trifecta lens of evidenced based practice: research, clinical perspective, and lived experience. This is an intermediate level talk for feeding therapists and those interested in feeding therapy, as well as caregivers of children with feeding challenges. We welcome caregivers to join!

Join us for the Infant Development Association (IDA) Vivian Weinstein Leadership Day Conference, a timely and thought-pr...
04/16/2026

Join us for the Infant Development Association (IDA) Vivian Weinstein Leadership Day Conference, a timely and thought-provoking gathering for early intervention professionals, service providers, and partners across the field. This year’s theme, Early Intervention at a Crossroads: Where are we Headed?, reflects a pivotal moment as systems shift, resources tighten, and families’ needs grow more complex.

REGISTER HERE: https://idac.memberclicks.net/vivian_weinstein_may_4 #/

Presenters:
~ Andrea Davis, PhD, President of the DIR/Floortime Coalition - Supporting Families and Children at Developmental Crossroads: DIRFloortime Strategies
~ Christina Nigrelli, EdS, Senior Director of Programs, Zero to Three California - Early Connections, Lifelong Outcomes: The Case for Strong Early Intervention Systems
~ Maddie DeChannes, MS, LMFT, Child Development Institute (CDI) - Nurturing Beginnings: Strengthening Parent–Child Connections
~ Yvette Baptiste, Ph.D. Interim Executive Director of Family Resource Centers Network of CA (FRCNCA) - The Transition from Early Start

Registration Pricing for Continuing Education:
IDA CE Hours (6.0 hours): Nursing, PT, Speech & Language Pathology — $60
Child Development Institute (CDI) Hours (6.0 hours): LCSW, LMFT, LEP, LPCC — $60 (CDI will invoice)

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950 Glenn Drive, Suite 150
Folsom, CA
95630

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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