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FCSN X Neuroguidance Spookfest 2025

Energy buzzed in the air as staff members and volunteers hurriedly hung streamers across doorframes, covered the walls with Halloween decorations, and spread a tablecloth over activity tables to prepare for the SpookFest. Halloween is a universal celebration, a day where everyone can join in, move at their own pace, and enjoy the holiday excitement. By the time the door opened on October 18 at 4-6 p.m., the space was filled with Halloween spirit. The mix of decorations and energetic music set the tone for a genuinely welcoming event… Continue reading FCSN X Neuroguidance Spookfest 2025

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FCSN Family Gathering : November 22 South Bay Family Day

FCSN was established in 1996 by ten families with children with special needs who wanted to build an inclusive community, and above all, support each other. Nearly 3 decades later, family support remains a priority for FCSN. Each week on Saturdays, FCSN organizes Family Support Gatherings, rotating between the FCSN South Bay center and the FCSN Headquarters. These family gatherings are places of connection and education, offering parent seminars on important topics, enrichment courses for children, and ending with a shared dinner… Continue reading FCSN Family Gathering : November 22 South Bay Family Day

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Interview with FCSN Alumni: Garrett Chan

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When Dr. Garrett Chan first began volunteering at Friends of Special Needs (FCSN) as a junior high school student, his goal was simple: to spend more time with his younger sister, who is on the autism spectrum. What began as a way to support her, however, quickly grew into a formative experience—one that shaped his patience, empathy, and ultimately, his decision to pursue medicine… Continue reading Interview with FCSN Alumni: Garrett Chan

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An Interview with Saanvi Shah

In the summer before ninth grade, Saanvi Shah was searching for a meaningful way to give back to the community. She wanted more than just a volunteer opportunity; she was looking for something that would make a real difference. When Saanvi discovered the organization Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN), their mission resonated deeply within her and set her on a journey that would transform both her and the students she serves… Continue reading An Interview with Saanvi Shah

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Disability Resource Fair 2025

As the Fremont community filed into the Fremont Downtown Event Center, lively sounds of music and laughter echoed into the street. From 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on September 21,2025, , FCSN hosted the fourth annual Disability Resource Fair, which was organized in collaboration with the City of Fremont Human Relations Commission (HRC).  The fair aims to raise awareness and provide resources for individuals with special needs in the form of an uplifting gathering of togetherness… Continue reading Disability Resource Fair 2025

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FCSN Hands-On Art Class

One brush, one canvas, one stroke, one painting, a flourish of creativity. This is the philosophy of FCSN’s Hands-On Art Class. Located next to the FCSN South Bay Center, the Colibri Pottery Studio sells many hands-on creations, ranging from paintings, candles, and pottery, and even hosts events and art classes for customers. On September 15th, the studio held its first one hour art class for the special needs students of FCSN. Under the guidance of the amazing teacher Ceci, the lead instructor and studio manager of Colibri Pottery Studio, the students were able to create a fall art piece using a paintbrush and a canvas. Moreover, thanks to the FCSN workers, Po-Yu Yen and Alyssa, the class proceeded smoothly with their support and assistance… Continue reading FCSN Hands-On Art Class

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FCSN Family Day 2025

On June 7, from 4 to 7 PM, FCSN held the annual Family Day at the Culture Center of TECO in Milpitas. The event included both a segment in which FCSN board members presented various milestones and a series of performances by members of East and South Bay recreation programs. Guests including special needs families and members of different song and dance programs enjoyed a musical opening by the South Bay Percussion Group before the announcements began… Continue reading FCSN Family Day 2025

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