Regional Center of Orange County

06/18/2026

Hello everyone!
I'd like to introduce our organization, HB Fight Club. We are a nonprofit movement therapy center that uses boxing as a form of movement therapy for individuals of all abilities. We specialize in working with youth and young adults with autism and offer a fully inclusive, non-contact boxing program.
Our program provides a fun and supportive environment where participants can enjoy healthy exercise while developing teamwork, discipline, confidence, and fundamental boxing skills. Through structured instruction and positive coaching, we help individuals build both physical and social skills.
HB Fight Club is also a certified vendor with the Orange County Regional Center. All of our coaches are behavioral therapists with more than 10 years of experience working with children and individuals with special needs.
We invite you to come try a free class and see if our program is a good fit for you or your family. For more information, please visit HBFightClub.org or send us a direct message.
We look forward to connecting with you!

Let's Get Started!

06/18/2026

UC San Diego Study

Are you a neurodivergent parent whose child has received services from California Early Start or a California Regional Center?

UC San Diego wants to hear about your experiences with your child’s early intervention services.

You are invited to participate in a 45 to 60-minute Zoom interview.

Compensation: Participants will be offered a $30 gift card after the interview.

Next Step: Please click here to fill out an interest form: https://ucsd.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4J8tATmAIUw4j1s

If you have any questions about this study, please contact: [email protected].
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Estudio de UC San Diego

¿Es usted un padre, madre o cuidador neurodivergente cuyo hijo(a) ha recibido servicios de California Early Start o de un Centro Regional de California?

La Universidad de California, San Diego (UC San Diego) desea conocer sus experiencias con los servicios de intervención temprana que esta recibiendo su hijo(a).

Estas invitado a participar en una entrevista por Zoom de 45 a 60 minutos.

Compensación: Los participantes recibirán una tarjeta de regalo de $30 después de la entrevista.

Próximo paso: Haga clic aquí para completar un formulario de interés: https://ucsd.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4J8tATmAIUw4j1s

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre este estudio, comuníquese con [email protected].

06/18/2026

You're invited to join NeonSocal for a Bowling Meet-Up!

Come enjoy an afternoon of bowling and fun!

Saturday, June 28th
2:00 PM

Fountain Bowl
17110 Brookhurst St.
Fountain Valley, CA

Cost: $8 per person

Registration includes: One bowling game, shoe rental, and a goodie bag

To sign up or request more information, please email [email protected].

06/17/2026

Equine Healing Walks with Pepi ShangriLa

Families are invited to explore a unique horse-therapy experience designed to support children’s emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development.

Sessions are led by Silvia Milligan, an Equine Therapist and Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist.

Potential Benefits
Children will have opportunities to learn gentle horsemanship, grooming, and bonding with ShangriLa.

Activities may help:
Build confidence and self-esteem
Reduce anxiety and stress
Improve communication and social skills
Support memory, focus, and attention
Develop balance, coordination, and motor skills
Encourage emotional regulation and independence

Connecting with horses may be especially supportive for children with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, anxiety, and other developmental challenges.

Small Groups. Meaningful Connections.
Book an Equine Healing Walk experience with Pepi ShangriLa today.

For more information or to schedule a session, please contact:
Silvia Milligan, 562-394-7181

06/17/2026

You're invited to the Regional Center of Orange County's Summer Resource Fair!

Saturday, June 27, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Freedom Hall at Mile Square Regional Park
16801 Euclid Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Bring the whole family to enjoy free services, community resources, and fun activities, including:

Arts and crafts, face painting, photo booth, balloon artist, community resource tables, opportunities to meet RCOC staff and specialists... and more!

Food and refreshments available while supplies last!

We are also excited to announce that Special Olympics will be joining us!

They will have several activities on display and will provide participants with opportunities to try them out and learn more about their programs.

Free parking is available. Parking Lots G and H are the closest lots to Freedom Hall.

Come connect with community organizations, discover helpful resources, and enjoy a fun summer afternoon with your family!

For more information, please call (714) 558-5400.

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/15/2026

Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom

Join the City of Buena Park for a free community celebration honoring Juneteenth!

Friday, June 19, 2026
6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

Boisseranc Park
7520 Dale Street
Buena Park, CA

FREE Community Event
Bring your family and friends for an evening featuring:

Food trucks, guest speaker, community resource booths, free twilight swim, kids’ activities, and more!!

Live musical performance by the Blue Breeze Band

For more information, call (714) 562-3860 or visit the City of Buena Park website.

06/12/2026

You're invited to join Beyond Blindness for their annual Family Fair!

June 20, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location:
Beyond Blindness
18542-B Vanderlip Ave.
Santa Ana 92705

Enjoy a summer morning with families and the community.

Tickets for infants and children 0-2 are free.
Children 3+ and adults are $5 per ticket.

Service dogs are permitted.

Click HERE to register: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/beyondblindness/event/2026beyondblindnessfamilyfair/

If cost is a barrier or if you have any questions, contact Family Support at:
[email protected].

06/11/2026

Youth Summer Academy

If you are between the ages of 14 and 24 years with a disability and live in Orange County, join the FREE youth academy!

August 7th - 9th from 11 am - 3 pm.

RSVP by July 27th.

Contact Nelly Gomez at 714.621.3300 ext. 316 or [email protected] to register.
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Academia de verano para jóvenes

Le invito a determinar si este evento le puede beneficiar a su hijo y a su familia.

Si tienes entre 14 y 24 años, tienes una discapacidad y vives en el Condado de Orange, únete a la Academia juvenil - Gratis

del 7 al 9 de agosto, de 11 am - 3 pm.

Confirma tu asistencia antes del 27 de julio.

Para la inscripción, comunícate con Nelly Gomez al 714.621.3300 ext. 316
If you are between the ages of 14 and 24 years with a disability and live in Orange County, join the FREE youth academyacademy

06/10/2026

Join Beyond Blindness for a free virtual webinar:

Medi-Cal and CalFresh Changes

Wednesday, June 24th
3:30 - 4:30 P.M.
Via Zoom

This presentation will provide an overview of programs including Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS, General Relief, and In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS).

In this workshop, attendees will learn about program benefits, eligibility requirements, application processes, and available community resources designed to support individuals/families in Orange County.

Please click HERE to register: 8ec73bac-6cd1-43b7-ac27-ce713c76f9d5@855179d4-bbae-4450-9152-47394eb1895b/registration" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/8ec73bac-6cd1-43b7-ac27-ce713c76f9d5@855179d4-bbae-4450-9152-47394eb1895b/registration
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Únase a Beyond Blindness para un seminario web virtual gratuito:

"Cambios de Medi-Cal y CalFresh"

Miércoles, 24 de junio
3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Por Zoom

Esta presentación ofrecerá una descripción general de programas que incluyen Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKs, General Relief (Asistencia General) y Servicios de Apoyo en el Hogar (IHSS, por sus siglas en inglés).

En este taller, los participantes aprenderán sobre los beneficios de estos programas, los requisitos de elegibilidad, los procesos de solicitud y los recursos comunitarios disponibles para apoyar a individuos y familias en el Condado de Orange.

Haga clic AQUÍ para registrarse: 8ec73bac-6cd1-43b7-ac27-ce713c76f9d5@855179d4-bbae-4450-9152-47394eb1895b/registration" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/8ec73bac-6cd1-43b7-ac27-ce713c76f9d5@855179d4-bbae-4450-9152-47394eb1895b/registration

06/09/2026

Are you a dad of a child with autism?

Join Autism Dads Connect, a welcoming social group where dads can connect, share experiences, and build friendships with others who understand the journey.

June 18, 2026
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center
170 S. Main Street, Orange, CA 92868

Light dinner and refreshments will be provided.

Click HERE to RSVP: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YU_kQIu5LUms0t9ASGXFBcJYw-zM95ZJpmGI_OdxiW9UMlBUNUJXVlE3VjM5NkU4RUk0QTZLNUUxNS4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl

Questions? Contact Kathryn Walton Turner at [email protected] or (714) 288-7651.