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At Rady Children’s Health, we partner with healthcare providers, schools, nonprofits and community leaders to support the health, hope and healing of children and families in our community.
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We work alongside schools, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to bring education, wellness, and clinical resources to the children who need them.
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Upcoming Events
October 2026
| Thu 15 |  | Oct 15 | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Navigating the Transition to Employment: A Pathway to Independence Join us for a free informational session designed for adults with autism and neurodevelopmental disorders, and their families, as they transition to employment.... |
| Wed 21 |  | Oct 21 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Thompson Autism & Neurodevelopmental Center hosts a free monthly social group for dads within the neurodivergent community. |
| Thu 22 |  | Oct 22 | 8:00 am - 11:45 am Practical, hands-on diabetes skills for supporting children with special health care needs — pump, CGM, and emergency scenarios included. |
| Thu 22 | | Oct 22 | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Creative Connections Series: Sensory Friendly Arts Enrichment Program FREE Sensory-Friendly Arts Enrichment Program Join us for a free, sensory-friendly arts enrichment program for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities. Raya Art & Education... |
| Fri 23 | | Oct 23 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Join a welcoming support group for moms of children with autism—any age, any stage. Meet at CHOC’s Thompson Center in Orange to connect, share, and build lasting friendships. |
| Thu 29 | | Oct 29 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Virtual School Nurse Education Series: Epistaxis/Nosebleed Treatment & Prevention Learn to manage nosebleeds in kids and teens, from immediate treatment to prevention strategies and knowing when to refer to an ENT. |
| Thu 29 | | Oct 29 | 5:45 pm - 7:30 pm An Evening with the Symphony: Halloween Edition An Evening with the Symphony: A Creative Connections Series Event Join us for An Evening with the Symphony, a free sensory-friendly music event... |
November 2026
| Tue 10 | | Nov 10 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm A 1-hour virtual education session for school nurses on recognizing PNES in students and providing practical, informed support. |
Community Videos
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CHER Academy: Feeding Disorders: Supporting Feeding and ARFID Across Ages
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Virtual School Nurse Education Series: Testicular Pain
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School Nurse Education Series: E-Bike Safety
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School Nurse Virtual Education Series – Pectus Excavatum
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School Nurse Virtual Education Series – Emergency Preparedness
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School Nurse Virtual Education Series: Adrenal Insufficiency