At 31 years old, Van Hai comes across as a friendly and capable high functioning individual, one would never have guessed that he had such challenging childhood and teenage years. This interview with Van Hai’s mother, Jwu Shyan details the challenges they faced while growing up. Continue reading Navigating the Turbulent Years: Van Hai’s Story
FCSN Client Eva loves doing jigsaw puzzles. She recently completed a 1000-piece puzzle of candy wrappers. Read more about her amazing feat. Continue reading Eva Loves Puzzles
FCSN client Tatiana Gudjohnsen spent a leisurely summer day hanging out with some good friends at Quarry Lakes. Here is her story. Continue reading At the Lake With Good Friends
After 17 months of being temporarily closed due to the pandemic, Friends Coffee & Tea finally reopened on July 19, 2021. With a new and improved website and social media presence, and delicious menu items to celebrate this grand reopening, staff members are excited to welcome customers back and provide essential job training to special needs individuals. Continue reading Friends Coffee & Tea: Yes, We Are Back!!
FCSN EBADP/LIFE client Khine Aung shares her memories of her recent visit to one of her favorite places–the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Continue reading Visiting Monterey Bay Aquarium
Youth volunteers Daniel, Alicia, and Lauren created a fun summer class that teaches kids speech and language arts through a variety of engaging activities. Continue reading Summer Fun with Language Arts
Albert, Anna, Jim, and Linmei share their wishes and the future prospects for FCSN. Continue reading FCSN 25th Anniversary Special : Q&A With the Co-Founders PART 5
The co-founders share their most memorable stories forming FCSN, including helping other parents face frustration and overcome challenges, forming the bi-weekly Family Gathering, tackling the Dream Project, discovering talents and developing the Special Needs Talent Showcase, and seeing students interact with the community at the FCSN Booth. Continue reading FCSN 25th Anniversary Special : Q&A With the Co-Founders PART 4
Realizing how money management is an indispensable part of everyday life, FCSN youth volunteer Candace Tsay took it upon herself to teach students this important life skill. Continue reading Business in Everyday Life
Linmei, Jim, Albert, and Anna share insights on the difference between FCSN and other similar organizations, what is it that makes FCSN so successful. Continue reading FCSN 25th Anniversary Special : Q&A With the Co-Founders PART 3
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