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
On December 22, 2021, FCSN held a Christmas concert in collaboration with BRI Youth Volunteer Group, a local non-for-profit organization based in Fremont. Aside from the concert, BRI has also been regularly leading a Reading Club for FCSN. Through collaborations such as the concert, reading club, and donations to FCSN, the two organizations are promoting special needs awareness within and beyond our community. Continue reading FCSN and BRI Spread the Importance of Giving Back to the Community
FCSN client Angelica Sison attended FCSN’s online classes but really missed her teachers and classmates. She learned to adapt to the changes and even learned new things. But she was most excited when in-person learning resumed, and she was able to learn in the company of her teachers and classmates. Continue reading From Virtual to Exciting In-Person Learning
What will happen to the special needs adult as the parents grow older and are unable to take care of their them anymore? Who will take care of them and how will their lives look like? Learn about how Supported Living Services (SLS) and Independent Living Services (ILS) addresses these worries and how adults with special needs can learn to achieve an independent lifestyle. Continue reading Peace of Mind Through SLS and ILS
Founded in 2015, the showcase gives special needs individuals the opportunity to display their talents, passions, and abilities. Through the pandemic, the showcase has faced its share of challenges. However, the event emerged successful, pioneering a Zoom and in-person hybrid model for the auditions and final competition for 2022. Continue reading Special Needs Talent Showcase Through the Years
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