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Winter 24-25 Therapeutic Rec & Park Catalog

Rec and Park's winter class registration begins on Saturday, December 14 at 10 a.m. There are a number of adaptive recreational offerings including wheelchair basketball, power soccer, health and fitness programming, and play/family days. View the winter class catalog at this link. For more information and to register on December 14, click the link below.

Winter Adaptive Recreation Highlights 

For details and registration, please consult the winter class catalog):

ALL Ages

  • Wheelchair Basketball @ Glen Park Recreation Center, Drop-in Saturdays 1/11-3/8 from 3-6pm
  • Golden State Ducks SF Power Soccer Program @ Eureka Valley Rec Center, Saturdays 1/11-3/8 from 1-5pm
  • Therapeutic Rec Family Day 3/1 from 10am-1pm!

Youth, Teens/Tweens

  • Play Day! @ Mission Playground for ages 6-12 on Saturday, 1/11 from 10am-1pm
  • Teen Time! @ Mission Playground for ages 13-18 on Saturday, 2/8 from 10am-1pm
  • TR Afternoon Social Club @ Mission Playground for teens and transition-aged youth ages 14-25 on Tuesdays 2/4-3/4 from 3-5:30pm

Monthly: FREE IEP Workshops & Clinics

Monthly on Thursday's: Individualized Education Program (IEP) Clinics

Presented by SFCD. Offered in English, Spanish and Cantonese. Learn about Special Education law, the IEP process, what to do when things aren’t working, and how to become a more active and effective team member.

To register, please call our Warmline at 415-920-5040, email info@supportforfamilies.org,
or click the registration link below.

Presented in Cantonese: 1st Thursdays; 6-7:00pm
Presented in English: 2nd Thursdays; 4-6:00pm
Presented in Spanish: 3rd Thursdays; 4-6:00pm

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Click here to register for the English IEP Clinic

Haga clic aquí para registrarse a la Clínica de IEP en español

Monthly: National Alliance Mental Illness SF - FREE Public Programming

Monthly Programs

Thursday, December 5 @ 6:00 - 7:00p & Wednesday, December 18 @ 12:00 - 1:00p: Volunteer Open House

Want to learn about ways to get involved and give back? Check out the Open House! Volunteers are at the heart of the NAMI SF mission and there are tons of ways to get involved. The Open House is a great space to meet staff and explore available positions. Monthly on the first Thursday and third Wednesday. Zoom

Sunday, December 15 @ 10:00 - 10:45a: Community Art Class

NAMI SF is hosting free monthly art classes on the third Sunday of every month! Creating art can help focus, reduce stress, boost creativity, and is a great way to engage in community. Open to those of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Monthly on the third Sunday. Zoom


 

December Programs

Saturday, December 7 @ 10:30a - 12:30p: Saturday Social @ Golden Gate Park

NAMI SF is hosting quarterly in-person events in 2024! Saturday Socials are a great opportunity to socialize at a number of locations around San Francisco. In December, our team is hosting the fourth Saturday Social in Golden Gate Park. There will be strolling, food, and opportunities to meet NAMI staff. Join us this week! Golden Gate Park, Lindley Meadow

 

Thursday, December 12 @ 5:30 - 7:00p: Research Projects: Childhood Trauma and Attachment | Psychedelic Medicine

NAMI San Francisco staff members will deliver presentations on original research. Presentations focus on the relationship between childhood trauma and attachment styles and the use of psychedelic substances in mental health care. Join the conversation! Zoom.

Monthly: 2nd Sundays with Spectrum Rock Climbers

Spectrum Rock Climbers is a group of volunteers who want to provide youth with autism who have an interest in indoor rock climbing access to the sport and the benefits. Sign-up is required and space is limited. Email David Kase at david@kasemedia.com to sign-up or with any questions. Some additional details below:

Who: Youth ages 9 to 17. Climbers must be able to effectively communicate with their belayer (all forms are accepted). Climbers must be accompanied by one parent or guardian.

Cost: Free. Gym access, climbing shoes and a harness are provided at no cost (thanks to Movement San Francisco). Sign-up is required as space is limited.

When: The second Sunday of each month from 9:30 to 11 a.m..

Where: Movement Gym San Francisco (924 Mason Street)

Please note that this opportunity has no association with our team or department. Click the link below to get an idea of what to expect.

What to expect video

Spring 2025: SFUSD Caregiver AAC Training

Presented by SFUSD AAC Team

This training will cover AAC basics and tips for implementation at home and in the community.  Upon submission you will receive a confirmation email with the link to the virtual training.  If you have any questions you can reach us at aacsupport@sfusd.edu

Caregivers can request interpretation through the registration link.  All the trainings will cover an introduction to AAC and ways to implement AAC at home and in the community.  Each training will vary slightly depending on attendees' questions and interests so caregivers are welcome to attend as many as they want!

Wednesdays 8:30-9:30 am

3/12

4/09

5/14
 

Fridays 12:30-1:30 pm

3/21

4/18

5/16

Register today!

Learn more about the AAC program on their website, and more about these offerings here!

SFUSD Special Olympics Events SY 24-25

Check out the SFUSD Special Olympics event calendar for the 2024-2025 school year! Events run from 10:30am-12:15pm

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October 8 @ Washington HS (High School + ACCESS)

October 9 @ West Sunset Fields (Middle)

October 22 @ South Sunset Fields (Elementary)

 

March 11 @ Burton HS (Elementary)

March 13 @ Lincoln HS (High School)

March 18 @ Presidio MS (Middle)

March TBD @ Galileo HS (ACCESS)

May 6 @ Balboa HS (Elementary)

May 8 @ Balboa HS (Secondary)

Interested in more from Special Olympics? Contact Sasha Trope, SFUSD Special Olympics Coordinator

tropes@x.sfusd.edu

 

Fri Jan 17-Apr 11 @ 10:00am-12:30pm: Group Triple P: Positive Parenting Program

Presented by Support for Families of Children with Disabilities

Group Triple P: Positive Parenting Program

In English for San Francisco parents and guardians
Presented every Friday

  • January 17 – April 11
  • 10:00am – 12:30pm
  • Virtual and in-person
  • This is a 12-week program

Group Triple P

This program uses the things you already say, think, feel and do in new ways that:

  • Increase the behaviors you like
  • Deal positively, consistently, and decisively with problem behavior
  • Build positive relationships with your children
  • Plan to avoid or manage potentially difficult situations
  • Take care of yourself as a parent
  • Geared towards parents with children ages 2 to 12 years old

Participants must attend the 1st, 8th, and 12th week in-person.
Other sessions will be virtual.

Participants will receive a gift card upon completion of the 12-week program.

Registration is required at least one week in advance for attendance

Support for Families | 832 Folsom St #1001, S.F. 94107

FOR QUESTIONS OR REGISTRATION CONTACT:
Roxana Lopez
RLopez@Supportforfamilies.org
415.920.5040 ext. 149

San Francisco Department of Early Childhood
Triple P

Viernes enero 21- abril 8 @ 10:00am-12:30pm: Grupo Triple P Parentalidad Positiva

Presentado por SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES

Grupo Triple P Parentalidad Positiva

En español para padres y cuidadores en San Francisco
Presentado cada martes

  • enero 21 – abril 8
  • 10:00am – 12:30pm
  • Virtual y en persona
  • Este es un programa de 12 semanas.

Grupo Triple P Parentalidad Positiva

Este programa utiliza las cosas que ya dices, piensas, y sientes y haces de nuevas maneras para:

  • Aumentar los comportamientos que te gustan
  • Manejar de manera positiva, consistente y decisiva con el comportamiento problemático
  • Construir relaciones positivas con sus hijos
  • Planificar por adelantado para evitar o manejar situaciones potencialmente difíciles
  • Aumentar ideas de cómo cuidarte como padre

Dirigido a padres y cuidadores con niños de 2 a 12 años.

Participantes deben atender la 1ª, 8ª y 12ª semana en persona.
Las demás sesiones serán virtuales.

Participantes recibirán una tarjeta de regalo al completar el programa de 12 semanas.

Es necesario registrarse con al menos una semana de anticipación para asistir

Support for Families | 832 Folsom St #1001, S.F. 94107

PARA PREGUNTAS O REGISTRARSE CONTACTE A:
Roxana Lopez
RLopez@Supportforfamilies.org
415.920.5040 ext. 149

San Francisco Department of Early Childhood
Triple P

Weds, Apr 9 @ 5:00pm: Dealing with School Avoidance (For Parents)

Presented by California Department of Education, Diagnostic Center Northern California

There has been a steady increase in the number of students who are refusing to attend school. Chronic absenteeism and frequent tardies are significant problems that not only plague schools, but families as well. This training will help provide information on how to identify the reason(s) behind the student's school refusal (whether in person or while engaged in remote learning), and outline evidence-based practice interventions to help students return to class. Case examples will be offered to illustrate the various methods and intervention strategies. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their own case examples.

Intended Audience

Parents

Participants Will

  • Learn how to identify reason(s) behind a student's school avoidance
  • Learn evidence-based strategies to help students return to class
  • Learn how to assemble an appropriate team to implement and monitor the transition plan
     

Presenter

Kristin N. Moore, Psy.D., Clinical Psychologist

Date

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Registration (Zoom)

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Tues Apr 22 @ 6:00-7:30pm: Parent Workshop: Supporting Spirited Kids

Parenting Workshop: Supporting Spirited Kids | NAMI SF x The Village Well

Virtual Registration

Join us for a virtual workshop by Ed Center, the VIllage Well Founder and Parenting Coach. "Supporting Spirited Kids (including ADHD, Behavioral Challenges, and Special Needs)": You may encounter a subset of children who demand a significant amount of your time and energy. These children often experience intense emotions that manifest in impulsive and challenging behaviors. Traditional methods of connection, setting boundaries, and behavior support may not be as effective with them. Additionally, some of these children may have ADHD or past trauma. In this workshop, you'll gain valuable insights on how to effectively support these Spirited Children in a manner that meets their unique needs.

In this workshop, you will:

- Understand how spirited kids are wired differently

- Understand the dopamine crisis and strategies to manage it

- Learn mindfulness techniques tailored for fidgety children

- Receive four tools for enhancing connection and significance with spirited children

- Learn the power of “The Choice Is Yours” in empowering and guiding children

Register here!

Sat Apr 26 @ 10:00am-1:00pm: FREE Health Screening by Special Olympics Northern CA

FREE Health Screening
Serving Kids, Parents & Caregivers
Open to children ages 2-10 Years old, all abilities

Saturday, April 26th, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 1 p.m.

University of San Francisco
Fromm Hall
2497 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco

Join the Healthy Young Athletes program for a FREE Health Screening for children of all abilities, ages 2 to 10 years old. Screenings held with a primary care doctor to track your child’s progress and development. It is paired with referrals, community support and educational services to increase health knowledge among parents and caregivers.
 

Questions? E-mail health@sonc.org
Register by April 11, 2025
Register at sonc.org/events/healthy-young-athletes/

Sun May 18 @ 9:00am: Bay Area Walk4Hearing

Registration

Location: Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach, 8th St, Otis Drive, Alameda, CA 94501

Schedule:

Registration- 9:00 am

Stage Presentation- 10:30 am

Walk Starts- 10:45 am

Contact: Walk Manager- Ronnie Adler, radler@hearingloss.org

Learn more and register!

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