2026 Calendar Special Needs Resources Program

The Special Needs Resources Program is highlighting these ongoing and upcoming resources.

Gigi’s Playhouse
A volunteer-run organization that offers free therapeutic, educational, and research-driven programs to individuals of all ages with Down Syndrome.
Learn more:
https://gigisplayhouse.org/phoenix/programs/
August
Ongoing

Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA)
Understanding Hearing Loss 101 Toolkit
Learn more about HLAA and advocacy, E -News, events, and ways to support.
https://www.hearingloss.org/101-toolkit-families/
August
Ongoing

Salt River Vocational Rehabilitation
Walk-in Orientation. Supports consumers with securing and retaining employment.
Call SRVR to learn more at the next upcoming orientation.
480-362-2650
August
Bi-weekly
10:30 am – 11:30 am

Ability 360 Sports and Fitness Center
The calendar offers in-person classes on various topics including social/recreational and cooking.
Learn new recipe skills and socialize. Bring ingredients for lunch.
https://ability360.org/sports/
August 13
10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Family Involvement Center
Parent Empowerment Groups. Join one of several parent-led groups that help parents of children with special needs connect with each other.
Learn more:
https://www.familyinvolvementcenter.org/get-involved
August 21
Online
10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Did you know?…
Office of Indian Education will have its 3rd Annual Summit
Embracing Culture, Community, and Innovation in Education.
2026 OIE Annual Summit | Department of Education
https://www.azed.gov/oie/2026-oie-annual-summit
August 24
Registration deadline