Matrix Parent Network & Resource Center

Napa SELPA meeting on Special Education: Navigating Transitions & Open Enrollment

Are you a parent of a child with an IEP? Or are you beginning the process of having your child assessed for special education services?

Join the Napa County Community Advisory Committee for Navigating Transitions & Open Enrollment: Preschool to TK/K and Elementary to Middle Schoo

October 12 , 2026 5:30 to 6:30, VIRTUAL
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTkUwrAmZsEO0yif24KtUMliVaeE_kA18xDUq7Izdw1RJRow/viewform

Educación especial: Comprensión de los derechos de los padres (garantías procesales)

Cómo afrontar las transiciones y la matrícula abierta: De preescolar a jardín de infancia y de primaria a secundaria.
12 de Octubre de 2026, 5:30 to 6:30,

VIRTUAL Registro: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTkUwrAmZsEO0yif24KtUMliVaeE_kA18xDUq7Izdw1RJRow/viewform

Sonoma SELPA Community Advisory Committee Presents Fall Family Fun

Families of students with disabilities and school staff are invited!

Friday, October 9, 2026, 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.
La Tercera Elementary School
1600 Albin Way, Petaluma

Fall crafts
Fall treats
Other fall activities!
Please RSVP. Scan QR code or contact: 707.524.2750

Sonoma SELPA Comité Asesor de la Comunidad presenta Actividades Familiares de Otoño

¡Se invita a las familias de los estudiantes con discapacidades y al personal escolar!

Viernes, 9 de Octubre de 2026
4:30 to 6:00 P.M.
La Tercera Elementary School
1600 Albin Way, Petaluma

Actividades de Otoño
Golosinas de Otoño
Y Mucho Más!
Por favor, confirme su asistencia. Escanee el código QR
o Contacto 707.524.2750

PHP: Connections California — October Events- register at link below

https://www.matrixparents.org/community-news-and-events/php-connections-california-october-events/

“Todas las Edades” Grupo de Apoyo L.U.N.A.

¡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.

Este apoyo tiene un nuevo lugar de encuentro. Tenga en cuenta.
La Plaza�2800 Cleveland Ave. Suite C�Santa Rosa, CA 95403

Este grupo de apoyo se reunirá en un nuevo lugar. Les informaremos de la nueva ubicación próximamente.

9 de Octubre
13 de Noviembre
11 de Diciembre
8 de Enero
12 de Febrero
12 de Marzo
9 de Abril
14 de Mayo
11 de Junio

Preparación para el trabajo eventos octubre 2026 eventos en inglés con interpretación al español

Beneficios para la independencia: Infórmese sobre el trabajo y los beneficios
OCTUBRE 06 | 6:30PM

Trabajar con el Departamento de Rehabilitación de California
OCTUBRE 14 | 6:30PM

Pasar de las expectativas al empleo para personas con necesidades complejas
OCTUBRE 20 | 6:30PM

Planifique para su hijo: Fideicomiso para necesidades especiales y seguro de vida
OCTUBRE 26 | 6:30PM

Elección del administrador de un fideicomiso para necesidades especiales
OCTUBRE 28 | 6:30PM

Registro: https://www.php.com/es/eventos/

DOR’s Online Course Benefits to Independence 101: Learn About Work & Benefits

Have you considered employment possibilities for your loved one with a disability?

From Parents Helping Parents: Connections California. Everybody can work, even if work may not look the same for everyone.

Please join us for events that address how to raise your expectations for your youth/adult and their potential employment, how to to protect public benefits while working, and how to work successfully with the CA Department of Rehabilitation.

October 6, 2026 6:30 PM to 7:15 PM

Register here: https://www.matrixparents.org/events/dors-online-course-benefits-to-independence-101-learn-about-work-benefits/

Limitless Connection Center wants to hear from you!

If you’re 18 or older, live in Marin County, and live with a disability or are an aging adult, your experience can help shape future services and funding.

You can also complete the Marin County Disability & Aging Needs Survey on behalf of a child or an adult who can’t respond on their own.

Takes 15–25 minutes; you can pause and pick up where you left off
Completely anonymous and confidential
Optional entry to win one of five $25 Visa gift cards
Limitless Connection Center (LCC) is a Marin-based 501(c)(3). The Marin County Disability & Aging Needs Survey also includes built-in support resources for anyone who finds the questions difficult, so it’s safe to pass along widely. If it’s easier to talk through how this fits your community, we’re always happy to chat.

Please complete by October 22, 2026.

Thank you — reaching people who are too often left out of this kind of data is exactly the point, and your help is what makes it possible.

Take the Survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QLYPXWW

October 6 is the last day to send comments to HHS Proposed Regulation on Head Start Programs!

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is proposing major changes to the federal rules for Head Start and Early Head Start programs.

Read the proposed rule
Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs here: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/07/2026-16134/reducing-federal-burden-for-head-start-programs

HHS is accepting public comments through Tuesday, October 6, 2026. Submit a public comment here: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/ACF-2026-0595-0001

El 6 de octubre es el último día para enviar comentarios sobre la propuesta de reglamento del HHS para los programas Head Start

El Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de los Estados Unidos (HHS) propone cambios importantes a las normas federales para los programas Head Start y Early Head Start.

Lea la propuesta de reglamento: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/07/2026-16134/reducing-federal-burden-for-head-start-programs

El HHS acepta comentarios del público hasta el martes 6 de octubre de 2026.

Envíe un comentario público: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/ACF-2026-0595-0001

Pumpkin Patch Meetup!

City of Vacaville Parks & Recreation Adaptive Recreation is hosting their annual fall meetup at Cool Patch Pumpkins is here!

Register to join them for a free afternoon of fall fun as we pick out the perfect pumpkin, enjoy a cup of c***r, and spend time with friends.

Round-trip transportation is available for a small fee.

REGISTER HERE!: https://secure.rec1.com/CA/vacaville-ca/catalog/index/c359cf0b2e34ebd89cf76407f5f5cc76?filter=c2VhcmNoPXB1bXBraW4lMjBwYXRjaCUyMG1lZXR1cA==

How to Effectively Communicate With Your Service Coordinator

This workshop is presented by North Bay Regional Center (NBRC) and Department of Developmental Services (DDS).

Explore skills to improve communication, collaboration, and confident decision-making, in collaboration with your Service Coordinator.

Learning outcomes
Effective communication.
Informed decision making.
Timely access to information and service.
Greater continuity and coordination of services.
Greater self-advocacy.
Speaker:
Claudia Ritchie, Director of Equity and Engagement Speaker:

Date: October 7, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
On ZOOM
ASL interpretation will be provided.

Register today! Email [email protected]

This workshop is funded by the Language Access and Cultural Competence Program.

Cómo comunicarse eficazmente con su Cordinador de Servicio folletto
How to Effectively Communicate With Your Service Coordinator course flyer

Cómo comunicarse eficazmente con su Cordinador de Servicio

Este taller es presentado por el Centro Regional de North Bay (NBRC) y el Departamento de Servicios para el Desarrollo (DDS)

Explora habilidades para mejorar la comunicación, la colaboración y la toma de decisiones con confianza, en colaboración con su coordinador/a de servicios.

Resultados del aprendizaje:

Comunicación eficaz.
Toma de decisiones informada.
Acceso oportuno a la información y los servicios.
Mayor continuidad y coordinación de los servicios.
Mayor capacidad de autogestión.
Ponente:
Claudia Ritchie, Directora de Equidad y Participación.

Fecha: 7 de Octubre de 2026, 14:00 a 16:00
Por ZOOM
Esta reunión se llevará a cabo en español.

¡Inscríbase hoy! Envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected]

Este taller está financiado por el Programa de Acceso Lingüístico y Competencia Cultural.