Parent Information Relating to Special Education
Check the Fairfax County SEPTA website for free classes, workshops and other opportunities. In most cases you must register if registration information is provided.
As events become available they will be posted at: https://fairfaxcountysepta.org/upcoming-community-events/
Note that The FCPS Parent Resource Center is a great resource and it provides direct assistance to families, educators, and community members. The staff there can help you find answers and solve problems.
Email: prc@fcps.edu Phone: 703-204-3941
The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Service Board is providing free access to Web and mobile tools to support our resilience and well-being. Appropriate for ages 13-adult. Start here: https://files.constantcontact.com/bbee573c701/92633049-c14e-4509-8384-f426ebbbfbe7.pdf
Dr. Dan’s Support Group for Parents of Exceptional Kids
Mondays 1-2 pm, starting May 4, Online
This new support group for parents of special needs children and youth will be facilitated by a behavioral pediatrician.
Register: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eh1pyh6fa5912327&oseq=&c=&ch=
SUPPORT GROUPS
All these support groups are open to newcomers, and they are free, except where noted. No diagnosis is required to participate. Participants are typically given the opportunity to share their story, experience support, and glean guidance (as desired) from group members regarding both community and school resources. Confidentiality is respected. Many, but not all, have switched to online format.
Alpha Moms This support group for adoptive parents meets monthly in McLean. Contact: robin4brady@gmail.com
Autism Dads meets one evening monthly in Falls Church. Contact: George Buzby at 571-419-1257 or gbuzby@aol.com
CHADD: Children & Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
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Alexandria CHADD Parent Support Group 4th Mon. of each month at 6:30 pm. Contact: Jenny ADHDParentMountVernon@gmail.com or call 703-472-4678.
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Burke CHADD Support Group for Parents, Caregivers and Family Members Last Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm. Contact Kim Griffin: kimberlyrgriffin@yahoo.com
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Loudoun County CHADD Parent Support 3rd Tue. morning of the month in Sterling. Contact: Bonnie Little 571-306-2932 or on Facebook @loudounahdhsupport
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West Fairfax CHADD Evening Parent Support Group 3rd Thur. of each month at 7:30 pm Contact: Sharon clintob@aol.com or 703-716-4646.
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West Fairfax CHADD Morning Parent Support Group 1st Tues. of each month at 10:30 am Contact: Sharon clintob@aol.com or 703-716-4646.