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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
September 2026
| Wed 16 |  | Sep 16 | 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm CHER Academy: GI Essentials: Supporting Feeding and ARFID Across Ages Join this in-person session on GI Essentials for feeding disorders & ARFID across ages. Clinical strategies, coaching tips, and hands-on practice. |
| Wed 16 |  | Sep 16 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Thompson Autism & Neurodevelopmental Center hosts a free monthly social group for dads within the neurodivergent community. |
| Mon 21 | | Sep 21 – Sep 22 | 9:00 am - 11:30 am Help Me Grow: Training on Developmental/Behavioral Screening Tools Help Me Grow is offering a 2-part training on the Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3) and the Ages and Stages Questionnaire: Social Emotional (ASQ:SE-2). |
| Thu 24 | | Sep 24 | 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 25 | | Sep 25 | 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. |
October 2026
| Sat 10 |  | Oct 10 | 8:30 am - 12:00 pm The Fly Together Sibling Sessions at the Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center at CHOC is designed to support siblings of children with autism... |
| 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. |
Community Videos
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School Nurse Virtual Education Series – Emergency Preparedness
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School Nurse Virtual Education Series: Adrenal Insufficiency
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Child Health Education and Resources (CHER) Academy – Oncology
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Child Health Education and Resources (CHER) Academy – Pulmonary
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School Nurse Education Event Integrative Health And Culinary Medicine