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Parent Support Services
Parenting a child with a disability can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our educational Parent Support Services are a safe, welcoming space for parents and caregivers to learn, share, and grow together in both English and Spanish.
We have a variety of outstanding speakers, including psychologist, and psycho-educational consultant, Mariana Leñero Solar, who teaches a series on how different disabilities affect the child’s brain called Siento, Pienso and Actuo (I Feel, I Think and I Act).
On an alternative schedule with Mariana Leñero Solar we host a workshop on navigating the systems of care. Lead by Mayra Jiménez, our Director of Administration & Family Services, and collaborating with other organizations we discuss topics like navigating special education, regional center, mental health and related services!
We are also proud to host the Learning Rights Law Center’s TIGER (Training Individuals for Grassroots Education Reform) Program, which teaches parents about the special education system and how to become the best advocate for their child’s rights and needs.
We offer two focused workshops via zoom:
- One to better understand your child’s disability and how it impacts learning and development.
- One to help you navigate the different systems of care, services, and supports available to your family.
Come connect, ask questions, and feel empowered with tools that make a difference.
Parent Support Services Virutal Meeting Details
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Day: Every Friday
Please contact Mayra Jiménez, Director of Administration & Family Services,
at mayra.jimenez@tichenorclinic.org for the Zoom link.
Social Day
Once a month, we open our fenced outdoor playground area for a day of connection and play. Families gather for crafts, games, and community, sometimes with special guest sponsors bringing extra activities or giveaways. Social Day provides kids of all abilities a safe space to simply be themselves, and gives parents the chance to connect with others who understand the journey of raising a child or family member with a disability.
Upcoming Dates:
October 17, 2026 (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm)
November 21, 2026 (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm)
January 23, 2027 (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm)
February 20, 2027 (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm)
March 20, 2027 (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm)
Visit our Facebook and Instagram pages to view photos and stay up to date on the latest Social Day!
Clinics of Support
TASK: We have partnered in helping families access additional guidance and support as they navigate the complexities of special education and disability-related services. The goal of this collaboration is to support, guide, and educate families in the community, helping them better understand and navigate systems such as IEPs, special education services, and other disability-related supports.
Details: At Tichenor Clinic once a month, registration required. Please call 562-597-3696 to reserve and obtain dates and times.
Learning Rights Legal Clinics: Through in-person, one-on-one meetings, Learning Rights counsels and advises parents and develops individualized action plans that each parent can use to address their child’s education issues. During this legal diagnostic session, a parent has the opportunity to discuss their child’s educational issues.
Details: Appointments as needed in person with registration only. Please call 562-597-3696 to reserve and obtain dates and times.
Parent Mentors from Harbor Regional Center (HRC): Harbor Regional Center Parent Mentors will be available on-site to assist individuals/families who are served by regional centers with applications, questions, resources, and much more!
Details: At Tichenor Clinic the third Monday of each month. Appointments are first come first serve, no prior registration required.
For more information, contact Mayra Jiménez, Director of Administration & Family Services: mayra.jimenez@tichenorclinic.org
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