Tag: Client Sharing

Food and Nutrition Series: Jia and Alice’s Gluten-Free Journey

Food and Nutrition Series #5
A food intolerance is caused by one’s body not being able to digest a certain food or an ingredient in the food. For this edition of the Food and Nutrition Series, FCSN parent Jia shared the challenges her daughter Alice faced as a result of gluten intolerance and their journey together in order to manage this condition. Providing inspiration for other families dealing with a similar situation, this article presents the story of a mother’s determination to help her daughter and advice that she would share with the community. Continue reading Food and Nutrition Series: Jia and Alice’s Gluten-Free Journey

fcsnvoicesFebruary 26, 2023April 13, 2025Leave a comment

Parents, Programs, Remote/Virtual Programs, Sharing By, Volunteers

SN Tutoring Program Spotlight: Alison Ding and Ms. Liu

SN Tutoring Program Spotlight #1
Parent Ms. Liu recently thanked Tutor Alison Ding for her sharp insight, patience, and open-mindedness while teaching. “Alison is not only willing to help special needs kids with extra patience, but she also takes the effort to adjust her way to meet the kid’s level of ability. Not all professionals in the special education field can do that, but Alison does. She quickly builds the bond with her student and keeps open communication with the parents so that both of us can work together as a team. In summary, she is a great tutor!” Continue reading SN Tutoring Program Spotlight: Alison Ding and Ms. Liu

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Announcements, News/Events, Staff

FCSN’s Milestone- 3-Year CARF Accreditation

When FCSN’s Supported Employment Program was certified by DOR (Department of Rehabilitation) in late 2017, we were informed that we needed to receive The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) Accreditation by the 5th year. At that time, three years before, we had to start preparing for accreditation, which we didn’t think would be daunting. We just went through a certification process, so how difficult could it be? Read more on FCSN’s journey on completing their first CARF accreditation review. Continue reading FCSN’s Milestone- 3-Year CARF Accreditation

fcsnvoicesJanuary 6, 2023April 12, 20251 Comment

Clients, Sharing By

My Experience Through Pandemic

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

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Clients, Sharing By

Cheerful In-Person Learning

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

fcsnvoicesApril 9, 2022April 13, 2025Leave a comment

Clients, Sharing By

New Adventure At FCSN

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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Clients, Sharing By

From Virtual to Exciting In-Person Learning

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

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Clients, Sharing By

A New and Fulfilling Adventure at FCSN

FCSN South Bay Work Integration Learn Live (W.I.L.L.) program client Kevin Chou describe the many exciting activities and learning opportunities at FCSN that make his life fulfilling. Continue reading A New and Fulfilling Adventure at FCSN

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Clients, Sharing By

Joyful FCSN Reopening

Nirali Gandhi is a client at FCSN Tailored Day Services (TDS). She writes about how she adjusted to online lessons during the pandemic, and the joy she felt being able to see her friends in-person again. Continue reading Joyful FCSN Reopening

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Clients, Sharing By

Happily Returning & A New Norm

When the pandemic began, the sudden change in routine was very confusing for FCSN client Karina Peña. After 16 months of distance learning, she was able to go back to in person learning for two days a week. Karina describes the excitement she felt on her first day back to the program. Continue reading Happily Returning & A New Norm

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