Team members Sanjana, Rhea, and Govind are providing key robotics education to FCSN through their in-person LEGO Robotics Workshop, known as WarriorBuild. Every week, students build a new robot and their own custom program. Continue reading The WarriorBorgs Advance Robotics Education for Neurodiverse Students
In March 2020, Bay Area counties instituted Shelter-in-Place orders due to the arrival of the COVID pandemic, and FCSN was forced to suspend in-person programs. This surely created enormous problems for the staff and volunteers who have been keeping this wonderful organization afloat under what are even in the best of times, challenging circumstances. But it also created a crisis for our son Jon and all of the clients and their families who have been relying on FCSN services. Continue reading FCSN Plays an Integral Part of My Son’s Life
Food and Nutrition Series #4
FCSN Voices has recently initiated a series of interviews with Cecillia Sun, Registered Dietitian (RD), on the important topics related to nutrition for children with special needs. In this interview, Cecilia discusses the concerns of the GFCF Diet. Continue reading Q&A: The Gluten-Free Casein-Free (GFCF) Diet
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
FCSN President CK Lee shares with us plans for the upcoming year of 2023, including renovation of the Osgood center, staff recruitment, programs for high-needs clients and social recreation, and updates on the new parents committee. Continue reading President’s Message
The moment has finally arrived. After more than two years since the Shelter-in-Place order was instated, FCSN fully reopened on May 2, 2022. Continue reading FCSN Fully Reopened on May 2, 2022
Meet Joyce Lui: a senior at Monta Vista High School located in Cupertino, California, who is incredibly passionate about the special needs community. Since 10th grade, she has been very involved in school and volunteering, finding various ways to support special needs children. From hanging out virtually over Zoom to pairing special needs individuals with a buddy at school, her journey of supporting special needs children started with FCSN. Continue reading 2022 FCSN Scholarship Recipient: Joyce Lui
Food and Nutrition Series #3
FCSN Voices has recently initiated a series of interviews with Cecillia Sun, Registered Dietitian (RD), on the important topics related to nutrition for children with special needs. In this interview, Cecilia addresses parents’ concerns regarding children (aged 13 and over) who have a habit of overeating. Continue reading Q&A: How to Help Children With Overeating Habits
On November 5, 2022, Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN) held the “Expand Our Dream” fundraising gala, and over 400 guests, supporters and volunteers attended the event at the wonderful Pearl Bay Restaurant in Fremont. Continue reading FCSN Gala 2022: Expand Our Dream
On October 29th, the long-awaited FCSN Halloween event returned to Ardenwood Historic Farm for a second year of fun-filled festivities. Visitors, FCSN students and their families, were welcomed to participate in a variety of events, including a haunted railroad ride, pumpkin decorating, and trick-or-treating. Continue reading Halloween Event for the Special Needs Community
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