FCSN East Bay Adult Day Program instructor Leslie Lo recounts her motivation for joining FCSN, the details of what her job involves, and what she finds rewarding in her job. Continue reading Making Difference in Students’ Lives
On April 2, 2022, the Blue Devils’ Special Needs Guard performed at the Circuit Championship held at Independence High School. They were the last performance of the day — a position typically reserved for the most honored performing position. Dancing to This Is Me from The Greatest Showman, a song that fittingly describes the challenging journey of all special needs performers, all the members gave it their all and proudly showed off the moves that they have practiced for so long. Continue reading Blue Devils Special Needs Guard–Paving the Way to Inclusive Performing Arts
FCSN South Bay Work, Integration, Lean, Live Program client Tony Lu shares how he adjusted to the changes brought about by the pandemic, and learned new skills, took new classes, and even participated in Client Council for the first time. Even though he learned to embrace the changes, he was still glad to go back to FCSN for in-person learning. Continue reading My Experience Through Pandemic
On April 12, 2022, FCSN unveiled a new name for their first Fremont Center: “Chenming & Margaret Hu Center” to honor Dr. Chenming and Margaret Hu for their on-going support and latest donation of half a million dollars to FCSN to help build better programs and improve its facilities. Continue reading FCSN’s Fremont Center Named “Chenming & Margaret Hu Center”
In March 2022, Boy Scouts member Ricky Lin led a project in which special needs individuals got to experience the joy of scouting. Around 30 FCSN participants attended with their families, learning the scouts way of building teamwork, social skills, and unforgettable memories. Continue reading Scouting with FCSN, an Inclusive Social Event
FCSN East Bay Adult Day Program coordinator Diana Ko shares her struggles adjusting to helping her clients virtually during the pandemic, and everyone’s anticipation of returning to in-person classes. Continue reading FCSN Reopening, A New Norm
FCSN Supported Living Services has just begun its journey in branching out into including individuals with high support needs. On April 9th, 15 families attended a discussion to learn more about this program. FCSN has also completed the intake of two pilot clients. The program, while in its infancy, has significant potential in providing numerous families with the support they need. Continue reading Pilot Phase of Supported Living Services for High Needs Individuals
The pandemic was a challenge for staff, clients, and families who had to adjust to tremendous changes within a short period of time. East Bay ADP Director Vivian Largusa details the struggles endured during the last year as well as the joys of reopening. Continue reading Looking Forward
Joshua attends FCSN’s South Bay Work, Integrate, Learn, Live (W.I.L.L.) program. When the lockdown began, his parents worried that Joshua would have trouble adjusting to the new routine. But to their surprise, Joshua took to the changes well. Continue reading Cheerful In-Person Learning
FCSN Tailored Day Services (TDS) client Jeffrey Gao shares his experience since joining FCSN recently. Despite having his in-person services interrupted during COVID, he adapted to the changes with a sense of humor and an upbeat attitude. Continue reading New Adventure At FCSN
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