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CTFSN Mission
CTFSN exists to help families raising children with disabilities and special healthcare needs through the life span. CTFSN Vision
The vision of CTFSN is to build a community of families, self advocates, providers and Connecticut citizens who effectively network, communicate, collaborate, and are prepared with resources they need to advocate for acceptance, inclusion, and equality. CTFSN History
Connecticut Family Support Network (CTFSN) was built on the tenets of family support and leadership and was created by the Connecticut Family Support Council in 1998. CTFSN became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in 2010. CTFSN provides direct support to individuals and families in their homes and communities by sharing information and resources that empower people to make their voices heard and to become their own best advocate. Supporting families and individuals has been the sole mission of CTFSN since its inception. To meet the needs of families raising children and adult family members with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities or special healthcare needs in Connecticut, CTFSN staff provide information and resources to families and help them connect with services. CTFSN aims to ensure the best outcomes for the family member with special needs and the family as a whole. CTFSN is a statewide organization and its staff work and live in the communities they serve. All staff members are parents, family members, or caregivers to a person with special needs. With these goals in mind, CTFSN employed staff members who were knowledgeable about services in their location, and who would partner with local providers and professionals. All of services are FREE to families and our staff support in English and Spanish.

10/29/2026

Join us for our monthly Support Group, Meet other Parents and Caregivers who, like you, are walking through this new world of Neurodiversity.
YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!

Attached is the flyer with details to share with parents who may benefit from this group.

When- Wednesday, Nov 18c @11:00 am
Where- Via Zoom
Registration Link- https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ctO131K4SjGIp5FDfQPcTQ

Questions? Contact Yury Cruz - [email protected]

10/28/2026

Upcoming workshop hosted by our friends Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center, Inc.
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Join us for our next **Best Practices** session on October 29!

Learn about Connecticut’s new pilot program for Facilitated Planning and Placement Team (PPT) Meetings. Discover how trained, neutral facilitators can help families and schools work through disagreements and support productive PPT meetings.

**October 29, 2026 | 12:00 PM**

Live Spanish interpretation will be provided.

**Register here:** https://bit.ly/4jLoxZ3

Part of CPAC’s Dual Capacity Training Series for Families and Educators.

10/28/2026

Sharing upcoming civic engagement series hosted by Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity & Opportunity and Parent Leadership Training Institute - Connecticut

🌟FREE, Virtual Civic Engagement Series🌟

Want to make your voice heard at the State Capitol but not sure where to start? 🏛️

We are hosting a FREE Zoom workshop series to help you get ready for the upcoming legislative session.

📘 Workshop 1: Introduction to the CT General Assembly
Learn how the legislature works, and how you can engage in the process.
🗓️ Wed, 11/4/26 ~OR~ Wed, 1/13/27
🕰️ 6:00–7:30 PM
👉 Register: bit.ly/Intro_CGA

🎤 Workshop 2: Storytelling for Public Testimony
Turn your lived experience into powerful testimony to impact policy.
🗓️ Wed, 11/18/26 ~OR~ Wed, 1/27/27
🕰️ 6:00–7:30 PM
👉 Register: bit.ly/Storytelling_Testimony

Join one workshop, or both! No experience needed. Parents, caregivers, youth, advocates, and community members are all welcome.

10/27/2026

Please join us for our monthly support group for caregivers of adults with disabilities on Thursday, November 12th at 7:00pm. The support group is designed for caregivers of adults with special needs or special healthcare needs to connect, network and offer support.

Link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/pqRc7W6CQsGkbA5eftzoAw

Please see the attached flyer and share with anyone who may benefit from the support group.

10/21/2026

Join us for an informative session on “How to Be Your Child’s Best Advocate!” featuring Tiffany Katz, Special Education Consultant Advocate at TMK Consulting.

As parents, we play an important role in supporting our children’s education and helping them succeed in school. This session will provide practical strategies and tools to help you become a strong and effective advocate for your child.

During this session, we will learn about:

Effective Advocacy Skills: Learn how to confidently communicate your child’s needs and advocate for their success.
Advocating Without Being Confrontational: Discover ways to express concerns, ask questions, and work collaboratively with school staff.
Building Positive Parent-School Relationships: Explore strategies for developing strong, respectful, and productive partnerships with your child’s school.
Event Details
When: Wednesday, November 11
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Where: Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rpLpKqpjT7mFGyeU4tkjZw
Guest Speaker: Tiffany Katz, Special Education Consultant Advocate at TMK Consulting
Language Access: Simultaneous interpretation in Spanish will be available.
We invite you to join us for this valuable opportunity to learn, ask questions, and gain the confidence to advocate for your child’s educational needs.

Let’s start the new academic year feeling empowered, informed, and ready to work together for our children’s success!

We look forward to your participation.

10/18/2026

Sharing an upcoming webinar being hosted and presented by More to Say Pediatric Development & Therapy.
Details below👇🏼

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Join us for our Parent Webinar on Friday, October 23rd led by Clinical Director, Kelsey Chacho, MOT, OTR/L, as she shares practical tips for building infant motor skills! 💻😊

Throughout this FREE webinar open to the public, we will discuss development in a baby's first year, highlight strategies to support foundational motor skills, and share recommended play-based activities to support your baby at home! 👶

📆 Friday, October 23rd
🕐 12-1 pm
😊 FREE

Kelsey will also dedicate time to answering any questions you may have! ✨

🔗 Registration is required to receive a link! 📲
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/acrh3fp/lp/1cff6f5e-f4ac-422d-a919-24a58cae56e0

10/15/2026

Greetings CTFSN Families and Friends,

We're thrilled to announce our upcoming workshop- What About Behavior, hosted in collaboration with John D. Molteni, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA and we'd love for you to join us! *This workshop will be simultaneously interpreted in Spanish!*

What to expect:

Join us to understand the role of behavior plays in the lives of people with disabilities. Hosted by CTFSN and presented by: John D. Molteni, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA Assistant Director of Clinical Training and Applied Research

Learning Objectives :

1. Participants will be able to describe functions of behavior

2.Participants will be able to identify factors that influence behavior

3. Participants will be able to describe function-based interventions

Date: Monday, October 19th, 2026

Time: 5:00-6:00pm

Virtual: Zoom

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/aDGe8ojZSX2q-u7GndXMJQ

Don't miss the opportunity. We can't wait to see you there!

Please share with everyone who would benefit from attending the workshop.

If you have any questions, please let me know,

Thank you!

Saludos a las familias y amigos de CTFSN,

Nos complace anunciar nuestro próximo taller: "¿Qué pasa con la conducta?", organizado en colaboración con John D. Molteni, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA, ¡y nos encantaría que nos acompañaras! *¡Este taller contará con interpretación simultánea en español!*

Qué esperar:

Únase a nosotros para comprender el papel que desempeña el comportamiento en la vida de las personas con discapacidad. Organizado por CTFSN y presentado por: John D. Molteni, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA, Subdirector de Formación Clínica e Investigación Aplicada.

Objetivos de aprendizaje:

1. Los participantes podrán describir las funciones del comportamiento.

2. Los participantes podrán identificar los factores que influyen en el comportamiento.

3. Los participantes podrán describir intervenciones basadas en la función.

Fecha: lunes, 19 de octubre de 2026

Horario: 17:00-18:00

Virtual: Zoom

Regístrese aquí: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/aDGe8ojZSX2q-u7GndXMJQ

¡No pierdas esta oportunidad! ¡Te esperamos!

Por favor, compártelo con todos aquellos que podrían beneficiarse de asistir al taller.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor hágamelo saber.

¡Gracias!

10/15/2026

We are excited for our free playgroup coming up on Saturday October 24th from 10:30am-12:00pm. The playgroup is designed for parents and their children with special needs and special healthcare needs. Siblings are always welcome! Also, our playgroups do not age out so please join us and make some social connections.

Registration is required: https://forms.gle/1UTBU19KLKUeSCeq5

Please see attached flyer and share with anyone who may benefit from the playgroup.

Amigos de CTFSN:

¡Estamos muy emocionados por nuestro próximo grupo de juego gratuito, que se llevará a cabo el sábado 24 de octubre, de 10:30 a. m. a 12:00 p. m.!. Este grupo de juego está diseñado para padres y sus hijos con necesidades especiales y necesidades especiales de atención médica. ¡Los hermanos y las hermanas siempre son bienvenidos!. Además, nuestros grupos de juego no tienen límite de edad, así que ¡los invitamos a acompañarnos y crear nuevas conexiones sociales!

Es necesario registrarse: https://forms.gle/1UTBU19KLKUeSCeq5

Por favor, consulten el volante adjunto y compártanlo con cualquier persona que pueda beneficiarse de este grupo de juego.

¡Esperamos verlos pronto!

10/15/2026

An exciting award has opened up for neurodivergent young adults!

Community Foundation of Middlesex County is offering high school students, college students, and young adults assistance with achieving independence and the opportunity to work towards their goals through Alexandra's Gift award.

Be sure to apply before November 3rd to be considered for the award!

Nomination link- https://middlesexcountycf.org/alexandra-dilger-award/

10/15/2026

Sharing from Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity & Opportunity

Last year, Connecticut residents came to our listening sessions to share that affording basic necessities was the biggest challenge they were facing. Today, we're asking you to tell us more!

Our Affordability Survey is live today and open to all Connecticut residents. If you want to help shape our policy work on ensuring access to food, housing, healthcare, childcare, transportation, and utilities for all, take a few minutes to complete our survey!

Survey link will be open until 10/31: https://bit.ly/CWCSEO_Affordability_Survey_ENG

Address

377 Hubbard Street #1
Glastonbury, CT
06033

Telephone

+18607444074

Website

http://www.ctfsn.org/

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