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2025 Self-Advocacy Conferences & Events

As we move into 2025, the landscape for self-advocacy and neurodiversity continues to expand with numerous conferences and events designed to empower individuals with disabilities and their families. These gatherings provide invaluable opportunities for learning, networking, and advocating for disability rights. Here are some of the key events to look forward to this year: Upcoming Self-Advocacy Conferences: California Disability Community

Autism Insights: Learn, Recognize & Support

Explore our curated resources to learn more about autism, from understanding the signs and causes to supporting a loved one. Discover helpful insights, practical guidance, and the services we offer to empower families and individuals on their journey.

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What is Autism?

Navigating public transportation, accessing community resources, and participating in recreational activities.

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Learning the Signs

Learning the early signs of autism and seeking intervention services is important for parents and people to know.

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How Common is Autism?

U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identify around 1 in 68 American children as on the autism spectrum.

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What causes Autism?

Autism is complex, and through much research we learned there is no one cause of autism.

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A family member has Autism

Today, over 3,500,000 children and adults in the United States are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

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Individualized support

JNCS offers individualized support such as Supported Living and Employment Services to help individuals reach their goals.

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Navigating Special Needs Financial Planning

Planning for the financial future of a child with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is not just a financial necessity but a crucial step in securing their well-being and happiness. This journey can be daunting, but with the right knowledge and resources, families can ensure a secure and fulfilling future for

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Innovations in Supporting Neurodiverse Mental Health

“This year’s Mental Health Awareness Month emphasizes the critical need to address the unique mental health requirements of neurodiverse individuals. Providing individualized support is crucial for enhancing the well-being of every community member, both mentally and emotionally. Additionally, there are various tools and technologies specifically developed to meet the mental

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What Are Adaptive Skills and How Can They Help?

Jay Nolan Community Services in Northern California has the privilege to help teach Adaptive Skills Training (AST) to children and young adults with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. The goal of Jay Nolan has been and always will be assisting individuals to live their own independent lives. There

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