Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego

06/17/2026

San Diego is full of places where families and adults with disabilities can learn, explore and feel welcome. 💙

Author Autistic & Awesome, Alfonso Julian shares some of his favorite accessible day-trip destinations, along with a few bucket-list stops he and his friends hope to visit next.

Discover inclusive places to explore across San Diego County:

👉 https://specialneedsresourcefoundationofsandiego.com/san-diego-a-city-that-welcomes-families-with-disabilities/

Being disabled in San Diego means finding accessible places that are designed with us in mind. It also means practicing daily living skills in a community that meets our missteps with patience and respect. After high school, I joined BEE (Builders of Eloquence and Engagement) Community, a day progra...

06/12/2026

Hear from a parent of a child with special needs as he shares why families should attend the All-Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair! ❤🎉🥰 ➡ https://Inclusivedayofplay2026.eventbrite.com

Sign up for your Free Tickets!

Friday, July 17
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center - 10440 Black Mountain Road, 92126.

06/11/2026

Siblings of children with disabilities often have big feelings, unique experiences and support needs of their own.

Our friends at Eat Play Love Occupational Therapy are offering the Super Sibs Summer Class starting July 13. This therapist-led support group gives children a safe and welcoming space to connect with peers who understand, build confidence, practice coping skills and enjoy fun, play-based activities.

To learn more or share with a friend, visit https://www.eatplayloveot.com

06/08/2026

Looking for an inclusive surf experience in San Diego? We recently met the director at Surf Education Academy, and their program is worth checking out.

S.E.A. offers adaptive surf lessons at La Jolla Shores for individuals with physical disabilities, neurodiverse participants and anyone who needs extra support getting into the water.

Their expert team works with participants of all ages year-round to make surfing accessible, encouraging and fun. They accept regional center and self determination program funds.

If you or someone you know has been curious about adaptive surfing, this is a great program to explore. https://surfeducationacademy.com/adaptive-surfing

06/04/2026

Finding the right support shouldn't feel like guesswork. Our community relies on the Flourishing Families Resource Guide to connect the dots, which is why GT Independence stepped up as a main sponsor this year. They see firsthand how much local families value having access to over 1,370 resources at their fingertips, and they wanted to help keep this vital roadmap available to everyone.

That drive to support the community is exactly what they do best. As a trusted Financial Management Service (FMS) company, GT Independence helps individuals live with more choice and comfort by making self-directed care easy to manage. They handle the complex financial and legal side of caregiving, empowering families to hire people they already know and trust.

While you focus on what matters most, their team takes care of the details behind the scenes:
* Caregiver paperwork & background checks
* Payroll & tax withholding
* Proper use of Medicaid and Medicare funds

Having the right resources and the right team by your side makes a meaningful difference.

👉 Learn more about GT Independence at https://gtindependence.com/

05/27/2026

✨ What an out-of-this-world night! ✨Our The Mandalorian & Grogu Movie Night Fundraiser brought San Diego families together for an evening filled with inclusion, crafts, popcorn, photo ops, Mandalorians, Star Wars fun and a special big-screen movie experience.

A galaxy-sized thank you to our generous sponsors, and The dlivrd difference, our wonderful San Diego Gas & Electric volunteers, the cosplayers, and every family who joined us in support of the Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego.

We are so grateful for this amazing community and the joy, connection and support shared throughout the evening. 💫

Learn more about our programs and upcoming inclusive family events at SNRFSD.org.

05/27/2026

✨ What an out-of-this-world night! ✨ Our The Mandalorian & Grogu Movie Night Fundraiser brought San Diego families together for an evening filled with inclusion, crafts, popcorn, photo ops, Mandalorians, Star Wars fun and a special big-screen movie experience.

A galaxy sized thank you to our generous sponsors, and The dlivrd difference, our wonderful San Diego Gas & Electric volunteers, the cosplayers and every family who joined us in support of the Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego. We are so grateful for this amazing community.

Learn more about our programs and upcoming inclusive family events at SNRFSD.org.

05/19/2026

Before your family’s Fairytale adventure at the San Diego County Fair begins tomorrow, here are helpful tips for families with disabilities. ✨🎡

The San Diego County Fair offers Sensory Sensitivity Services for guests who may need a calmer experience, including a Sensory Station, noise-canceling headphones and quiet areas to take a break from the excitement. Need additional help during your visit? Stop by Guest Services in the East Grandstand.

➡More info can be found at

05/14/2026

Thank you to Snapdragon and The dlivrd difference for supporting our Movie Night Experience! Your sponsorship helps make this out-of-this-galaxy evening meaningful for families with special needs in our community. 🚀

Your family can be part of the action. Purchase tickets today. This is the Way! https://specialneedsresourcefoundationofsandiego.com/the-mandalorian-grogu-movie-night-fundraiser

Join us Saturday, May 23 at 6 PM at UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley for The Mandalorian & Grogu Movie Night Fundraiser. Each ticket includes movie admission, popcorn 🍿, a drink, a galaxy-inspired pre-movie party and more!

💫 Proceeds benefit the Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego, a nonprofit 501(c)(3).

04/20/2026

What a joyful day at our All-Inclusive Day of Play Starry Cinema & Resource Fair on Sunday! 💙✨

Thank you to the hundreds of wonderful families, volunteers, sponsors and community vendors who made this event amazing!

From crafts and games to crowned princesses, the Starry Cinema Movie Area and Spotlight on Reading, the day was filled with fun, smiles and special memories.

Watch the video and relive the magic! 🎬📚🌟