Resources
A collection of trusted tools, organizations, and evidence-based supports to help families, professionals, and caregivers learn, connect, and grow.
Explore recommended resources organized by topic to help you navigate services, education, and behavioral support systems.
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Local & Regional Resources
Local and regional organizations that connect families to developmental, behavioral, and advocacy supports across Northern California.
Provides services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families across Northern California. If you’re a family in the region seeking access to support, funding, or advocacy, FNRC is an excellent place to start.
Provides free legal and advocacy resources and services to individuals receiving Regional Center support. Find your local Regional Center advocate.
Parent-run resource center serving Shasta and surrounding counties, offering education, advocacy, and peer support.
Nonprofit supporting inclusion and independence for individuals with developmental disabilities through family and community programs like Respite Care and support groups.
Learning & Support
Evidence-based tools and family-friendly training resources that support understanding of autism, behavior, and emotional well-being.
Autism Focused Intervention Resources & Modules (AFIRM) offers free, self-paced online training modules on evidence-based practices for supporting individuals with autism. Also see their online resources and toolkits for additional support.
California network providing statewide training and technical assistance focused on promoting acceptance, support, and quality of life for individuals on the autism spectrum. Learn more about evidence-based best practices, trainings, support tools, and more.
Free webinars, research articles, tools, and other support resources based in most recent autism research.
California-based Family Empowerment Center providing training and support to families and educators. Get support, information, and training for any age, with any disability or diagnosis.
Tools, articles, and parent training to support children with learning and attention differences.
Education & Advocacy
Resources to help understand educational rights, navigate IEP and 504 processes, and advocate effectively within the school system.
Reliable information on special education law, advocacy, and parent rights under IDEA and Section 504. I recommend their books, “From Emotions to Advocacy: Special Education Survival Guide”, and “All About IEPs” to anyone navigating the special education system.
Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) provides practical tools for families to navigate school-based supports and advocate for inclusive education. Resources include sample letters and forms, education advocates, and most recent news related to education laws.
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA) is a national nonprofit offering training and legal resources on education rights and advocacy.
Butte County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) services page provides information about services such as Assistive Technology, behavioral supports, and college pathways. Their Professional Learning calendar often lists training opportunities and events open to parents.
ABA Support Resources
Tools and professional resources that promote effective, compassionate use of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in everyday life.
A brief overview of the core principles of ABA, as well as information about what to look for in ethical, client-led services that support meaningful skill development.
Learn the basics of the ABC model of behavior with this easy-to-read handout. It breaks down common examples of antecedents, behaviors, and consequences to help you better understand why behaviors occur and how to respond effectively.
Unbiased resource curated by The Autism Society of America specifically for families and caregivers to better understand their options when making decisions about whether ABA is right for them. Linked page offers multiple options for download as well as additional information and resources.
Explore easy-to-use visual tools and guides that make ABA strategies simple to understand and apply at home. I frequently recommend their guidebooks to families and providers. They also offer some free downloadable visuals to support everyday learning and behavior routines.
Official certification board for behavior analysts, offering ethical guidelines and professional standards. Learn everything you need to know about board certification and access resources essential for any consumers of ABA services.
Helpful Extras
Small things that make a big difference - simple tools, favorite books, and inspiration for everyday learning.
Browse a curated list of tools and everyday items that can make home routines more supportive and engaging.
A thoughtfully curated list of books for both parents and learners, chosen through collaboration with families, fellow professionals, and my own experience. These titles offer meaningful insights into understanding autism, building connection, and supporting growth at every age.
A curated YouTube playlist featuring engaging, low-stimulation movement activities for children. Each video encourages calm energy, body awareness tailored to help reset, regulate, and reconnect throughout the day.
A compassionate look at autism that reframes behavior as communication. This podcast amplifies the voices of autistic individuals to provide practical information about the autistic experience.
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