On August 31, we finally set out on our first FCSN family bus trip after six years!
Bus trips have always been one of the most popular and well-loved activities for FCSN families. In the past, we typically held two trips each year, and parents and families really enjoyed the different journeys together… Continue reading FCSN Family Bus Trip – Back After Six Years
On June 28, 2025, from 5–8 PM, FCSN held its first Lu’au party at the FCSN South Bay center. The event featured traditional Hawaiian foods, music, and activities, creating an atmosphere of celebration for the attending FCSN families. Over the past year, FCSN’s growth —especially with the completion of the new Osgood Center—caused a new goal to develop for the organization: to connect newer families with those who have been there longer and to foster more community bonding, especially through community events like these… Continue reading Feel The Lu’au: Community Bonds At First Lu’au Party
對 CK Lee 來說，人生中最重要的課題，來自他的女兒 June。她的成長旅程充滿了堅韌與持續學習，不僅塑造了他們一家人的故事，也深深影響了無數特殊需求家庭的生活。 Continue reading 與 June 一同成長
For CK Lee, life’s most important lessons have come from his daughter, June. Her journey, filled with resilience and constant learning, has shaped not only their family’s story but also the lives of countless others in the special needs community. Continue reading Twinkle Series: Growing with June
In the US, almost 70% of all adults with special needs live at home under the care of their parents or other family caregivers according to the Special Needs Alliance. Many of these families grapple with struggles like finding accommodations for their child’s needs, hiring suitable service providers, and planning for the future. FCSN’s Coordinated Family Service (CFS) is a program that alleviates stress by providing extensive, flexible, person-to-person assistance for these families… Continue reading FCSN CFS Program: Personalized Support for All Families
Through Turtleworks, founder Sherry Meng provides young adults with special needs the opportunity to gain valuable work experience in a supportive environment, fostering their independence and personal growth.
In this interview, Meng describes how parents can best prepare their children for future employment based on her own experiences. She also shares advice for other parents who want to start a business employing people with special needs. Continue reading Interview with Sherry Meng: Advice for Parents on Preparing Children for Employment & Starting a Business
Our child Victoria has experienced so many challenges in her life from birth until her young adulthood now. Despite all her challenges, she has dramatically grown and improved tremendously because of all the teaching and guidance and support from FCSN for many years now. Victoria is very happy and loves going to FCSN. Continue reading Thank You To Our FCSN Family & An Incredible Journey
I have learned so much in my journey of raising a kid with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Three learnings came out on top: love and patience, a growth mindset, and teamwork. Continue reading A Village, A Community, And Teamwork
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