Amanda Loh’s Journey with FCSN Voices Graphic Artist Team

FCSN Voices’ article banners and the heading of the FCSN Voices’ website are all made by the FCSN Voices Graphic Artist Team, run completely by volunteers and led by team leaders like Amanda Loh. With the benefit of her experience and leadership skills, Amanda, along with all the other leaders, plays a huge role in the success of the FCSN Graphic Artist Team. To make banners for the articles, the graphic artists in the FCSN Graphic Artist Team get to choose from a selection of assignments. If applicable, they would be officially assigned it. Then, the Senior Graphic Artists review them and give feedback. Afterwards, the team lead, who is currently Christy Ma, reviews and sends it for publication on the FCSN Voices website… Continue reading Amanda Loh’s Journey with FCSN Voices Graphic Artist Team

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

2025 FCSN Volunteer Recognition Day

“Volunteers are the heartbeat of FCSN.” Director of Volunteer Support Linmei Chiao’s quote describes the goal of the FCSN Volunteer Recognition Day held on June 21: to honor and recognize the volunteers who work for the organization. From tutors to journalists, FCSN’s volunteer base is composed of countless talented and dedicated individuals who make the organization’s mission of helping special needs individuals possible… Continue reading 2025 FCSN Volunteer Recognition Day

FCSN CFS Program: Personalized Support for All Families

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

《閃耀計畫》 Twinkle Project —— 讓我們一起來寫自己的故事

有一天,我偶然經過FCSN日間活動中心, 正好看見一位被認定是低功能的自閉症青年 Jeffrey 玩拼圖。只見他專注地拿起每一塊拼圖,眼中閃爍著興奮的光芒,仔細檢視後迅速地將拼圖精準地拼到一幅 200 片的拼圖板上。 Continue reading 《閃耀計畫》 Twinkle Project —— 讓我們一起來寫自己的故事

FCSN Celebrates the Spirit of Fall at the FCSN Chi Am Fall Festival

A small but lively auditorium at the FCSN Fremont Osgood Center was brimming with the festive spirit of fall. The sounds of music and laughter filled the air and a quick glance around the room would reveal a variety of fun fall activities managed by adult and student volunteers. On October 5th at 9:00 AM, forty special needs individuals were gathered here to enjoy the many delights of the pumpkin spice season. Hosted by FCSN and Chi Am Circle, the yearly Chi Am Fall Festival brings together a community to celebrate a season of harvest and happiness… Continue reading FCSN Celebrates the Spirit of Fall at the FCSN Chi Am Fall Festival