Events

Lea a continuación en español. Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday of September. We will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. Our Helpline will also be unavailable during the holiday. This holiday honors and recognizes the American labor movement and the works and contributions of (more…)

Common Ground Society Neurodivergent Games Night (ages 16+). This event was made possible by Community Foundation Sonoma County and  Matrix Parents at Marin Center for Independent Living. When: Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Where: Sebastopol Community Market (covered tables in front), 6762 Sebastopol Ave, #100, Sebastopol, CA Register Here! Description: Come join (more…)

Session 1 – Emergency Preparedness for Self-Advocates Presented by Project SAFEE (Self-Advocates For Emergency Education) in English. Date: Wednesday, September 9 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Join Zoom Meeting These free virtual sessions will share practical information to help people with disabilities and their families prepare for emergencies. The first session is designed for (more…)

This is a support group for the parents and caregivers of babies and toddlers ages 0 to 3 years. “Early Start” Support Group meets from 10:30 am to 11:30 am on the second Thursday of each month via Zoom, from September through June. Click here to register. For additional questions email birgits@matrixparents.org 2026 / 2027  (more…)

traducción al español a continuación The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) is a group of parents, educators and community members who are concerned with the educational needs of children with disabilities. The Solano County CAC serves in an advisory capacity to the Solano County SELPA (Special Education Local Plan Area) regarding community opinions, concerns, and suggestions (more…)

Lea a continuación en español. Solano County SELPA: Small Bites of Special Education Topic: Introduction to Solano County SELPA Parent Resources and Trainings Presenter(s): Kanani Cherry Houston & Andrew Ownby Date: 9/10/2026 Time: 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm Location: ZOOM IEP Power Half-Hour Zoom link Webinar ID: 999 6043 2333 | Passcode: SELPA For questions (more…)

ESTE ES UN ENTRENAMIENTO PRESENCIAL Aprendamos más sobre IPPs. Presentado por Yulahlia Hernandez y Annie Breuer de la Oficina de Defensa de los Derechos de los Clientes, Disability Rights California. Si tiene uno o más hijos que son clientes del Centro Regional de North Bay, le invitamos a que nos acompañe para obtener más información sobre el Programa (more…)

¡Todos son bienvenidos! Latinos Unidos Niños Autismo (L.U.N.A.) Cuándo: Segundo viernes de cada mes de 9:00 am a 11:00 am. El lugar de reunión es Lewis Early Learning Academy 2230 Lomitas Avenue, Santa Rosa. 11 de Septiembre 9 de Octubre 13 de Noviembre 11 de Diciembre 8 de Enero 12 de Febrero 12 de Marzo (more…)

ESTE ES UN ENTRENAMIENTO POR ZOOM * Si es nuevo en el mundo de los IEP (Programa Educativo Individualizado), esta capacitación es para usted. Incluso si ya tiene experiencia en educación especial, esta capacitación le será útil. Se le presentarán o reforzarán conceptos básicos necesarios para comprender el IEP de su hijo. Gratis para familias (more…)

Session 2 – Emergency Preparedness for Family Advocates Presented by SCDD (California State Council on Developmental Disabilities) Staff in English. Date: Wednesday, September 16 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Join Zoom Meeting These free virtual sessions will share practical information to help people with disabilities and their families prepare for emergencies. The second session (more…)

THIS IS A ZOOM TRAINING* Are you considering Conservatorship or its alternative, Supported Decision Making, for your child? Join us as we welcome attorney Alexis Lynch. Conservatorship may be an important step for families of a child with a disability transitioning into adulthood. In order to maintain the legal rights to make important decisions concerning (more…)

traducción al español a continuación The Sonoma SELPA Community Advisory Committee (CAC) is dedicated to supporting, empowering, educating, and advocating for students with disabilities. The topic at this meeting is Inclusion and Rightful Presence.  We will have a short presentation followed by a panel discussion. Spanish Interpretation Provided. We serve as a collaborative liaison between (more…)