Special Parent Information Network: Hawaii

Epilepsy Foundation Conference
2025-11-22 13:00 - 16:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Aloha Tower Marketplace, 1 Aloha Tower Drive, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
To register, click here

Mark your calendars! Our Free Community Conference is happening on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Aloha Tower Marketplace. This event brings together families, caregivers, health professionals, and community members to learn, connect, and honor those living with epilepsy in Hawai‘i.

Imagine an afternoon filled with inspiring speakers, lived experience stories, seizure first aid training, and resources designed to strengthen our epilepsy community. This is your chance to be part of something impactful.

Reserve your spot today. Registration is free: tinyurl.com/nov22conf

Parent Support Virtual Workshop
2025-12-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
For more info, please contact Ohana Support Services at 808-681-1438
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Ohana Support Services are offering FREE Virtual Nurturing Family Parent Support Groups in December.

Scan the QR code on the attached flyer, or click the link below to Zoom on class day. No pre-registration is required.

Class #1:
Encouraging Growth: Teaching Keiki Values, Morals & Family Boundaries with Respect

Session #1 with Trudy
Date: Monday December 1, 2025
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/92278721210?pwd=[REDACTED]

Session #2 with Suzanne
Date: Monday December 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 – 10:00 am
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/94343898498?pwd=[REDACTED]

Kailua Kona Town Hall with CSHNB
2025-12-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Hawaii Island Community Health Center Pavilion, 74-5214 Keanalehu Dr., Kailua Kona, HI, 96740, United States
To register, click here: https://form.jotform.com/252897884052067
Hawaii Island Community, you are invited to a Town Hall Meeting, hosted by the Hawaii Department of Health’s Children with Special Health Needs Branch, and meet wiht Dr. Ruben Frescas, Branch Chief. We invite you to join our Town Hall to share updates and, most importantly, to hear from you!

Meet the CSHNB Chief, Dr. Ruben Frescas

Learn about our programs

Get updates

Ask questions

Connect with our staff

Snacks and refreshments will be provided

DATE: Friday December 5, 2025
TIME: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
LOCATION: Hawaii Island Community Health Center Pavilion
74-5214 Keanalehu Dr. Kailua Kona, Hawaii

RSVP by November 21 please.

Sensory Friendly Holiday Party
2025-12-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Harbor Church Kapolei, 590 Farrington Hwy., Kapolei, HI, 96707, United States
For more info or questions, please contact Melodee at keliifoundationhi@gmail.com
Join KELII (Keiki Education Living Independent Institute) for a Christmas Family Social, a sensory friendly FREE event.
DATE: Friday December 5, 2025
TIME: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
LOCATION: Kids City Kapolei
480 Kamokila Blvd, Kapolei, HI 96707

Come join us for:

Games

Gifts

Snacks

Sants

Photos

Vendor Booths

Young Athletes Makahiki
2025-12-06 09:00 - 11:00
Children aged 2-7 with and without intellectual disabilities are invited to the Special Olympics Hawaii Young Athletes Makahiki Event. Activities for the day will focus on development of motor skills, along with socialization through play. Our makahiki event will involve Hawaiian cultural games (Pa’ani) and language (‘Olelo). We also promise lots of fun!
DATE: Saturday December 6, 2025
TIME: 9:30 – 1100 am (check in at 9:00 am)
LOCATION: Special Olympics Hawaii Complex
91-610 Maunakapu St., Ewa (past the Kroc Center)
Young Athletes t-shirts will be provided for all youth participants along with snacks and drinks. Register early to guarantee your child’s shirt size.
There is no cost to participate.
If you are a new participant, please email Nip Ho, VP of Programs at: program@sohawaii.org
For the registration form, visit the Special Olympics Hawaii website is https://sohawaii.org/initiatives/young-athletes/

Parent Support Virtual Workshop
2025-12-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
For more info, please contact Ohana Support Services at 808-681-1438
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Ohana Support Services are offering FREE Virtual Nurturing Family Parent Support Groups in December.

Scan the QR code on the attached flyer, or click the link below to Zoom on class day. No pre-registration is required.

Class #1:
Encouraging Growth: Teaching Keiki Values, Morals & Family Boundaries with Respect

Session #2 with Suzanne
Date: Monday December 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 – 10:00 am
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/94343898498?pwd=[REDACTED]

Hilo Town Hall with Dr. Frescas
2025-12-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Hilo State Office Building, 75 Aupuni Street, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
RSVP: contact Janella Matsumura at 808.974.4288 or janella.matsumura@doh.hawaii.gov by Nov. 28 please
Dr. Ruben Frescas, Chief of Children with Special Health Needs Branch will be hosting a Town Hall Meeting for families and community partners on Friday, December 12, 2025, 10:00am – 12:00pm at the Hilo State Office Building, 75 Aupuni Street, Conference Rooms A & B. Metered parking is 25 cents for 30 minutes (quarters only).

Dr. Frescas will be sharing program updates and getting feedback about your experience with any of our programs:

Birth Defects
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
Children with Special Health Needs (Specialty Support Program)
Early Childhood
Early Intervention Services (0 to 3): Easter Seals Hawaii
Genetics Services
Hi’ilei (3 to 5) Developmental Screening
Newborn Metabolic Screening

Virtual Parent Support Workshop
2025-12-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
For more info, please contact Ohana Support Services at 808-681-1438
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Ohana Support Services are offering FREE Virtual Nurturing Family Parent Support Groups in December.

Scan the QR code on the attached flyer, or click the link below to Zoom on class day. No pre-registration is required.

Mindful Discipline: Integrating Rewards, Consequences, & Time-Outs in Behavior Guidance

Session #1 with Trudy
Date: Monday December 15, 2025
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/92278721210?pwd=[REDACTED]

Session #2 with Suzanne
Date: Tuesday December 23, 2025
Time: 9:00 – 10:00 am
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/94343898498?pwd=[REDACTED]

Hilo Magic of the Season for kid with disabilities
2025-12-17 17:00 - 19:00
On behalf of County of Hawaii, Mayor Kimo Alameda, County Departments and community partners, they will be opening the Magic of the Season Christmas Tree viewing for Children & Persons with Special Health Care Needs and/or Disabilities.

DATE: Wednesday, December 17, 2025
TIME: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Hawaii County Building, 25 Aupuni St # 2603, Hilo, HI 96720

This special night will allow for Children and Persons with Special Health Care Needs and/or Disabilities and their ‘ohana to enjoy a less crowded, low stimulation evening to enjoy the Christmas decorations – being able to take pictures and hopefully we will have Santa and/or his elves there for them to take pictures with.

There will also be several community organization resource tables providing information on their services – Amanda from SPIN will be there too! Come by, say Aloha, and pick up some helpful resources!

Hoomana Sensory Santa Event
2025-12-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Windward Church of the Nazarene, 45-232 Pua'ae Rd., Kaneohe, HI, 96744, United States
To register, scan the QR code on the attached flyer or click here.

For more info, please email them: hoomanagroup@gmail.com
Join Hoomana Parent to Parent Support for a Saturday with Santa!
DATE: Saturday December 20, 2025
TIME: 9:15 am – 12:00 pm
LOCATION: Windward Church of the Nazarene
45-232 Pua’ae Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96734
Activities include:
9:15-10:00: Ohana picture frame making
10:00 – 12:00: station rotation

Arts and Crafts: Ornament making with sensory materials

Sensory Movie with popcorn bar

Sensory Santa for picture taking

Scented Sensory Station: scented Playdough making (peppermint, gingerbread, cinnamon)

Sensory Carnival Games

Calm Down Corner (for sensory reprieve)

Virtual Parent Support Workshop
2025-12-23 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
For more info, please contact Ohana Support Services at 808-681-1438
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Ohana Support Services are offering FREE Virtual Nurturing Family Parent Support Groups in December.

Scan the QR code on the attached flyer, or click the link below to Zoom on class day. No pre-registration is required.

Mindful Discipline: Integrating Rewards, Consequences, & Time-Outs in Behavior Guidance

Session #2 with Suzanne
Date: Tuesday December 23, 2025
Time: 9:00 – 10:00 am
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/94343898498?pwd=[REDACTED]

Read to Me International Literacy Night
2026-01-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Zoom
Join Read To Me International Foundation on Zoom for their monthly Virtual Family Literacy Night event on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. The event includes fun read-alouds, songs, and reading resources for parents and caregivers. Attendees will be mailed a free book and a resource packet after the event and based on attendance, until supplies last.

Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Online, via Zoom

Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WJL022wLS-mH6iFEQgYQUQ

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
2026-01-15 08:30 - 15:30
To register, click here
Youth Mental Health First Aid for Adults – FREE In-person training on Oahu
Youth Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training that teaches adults how to recognize and respond to mental health or substance use challenges in adolescents ages 12–18.
The Youth Mental Health First Aid course focuses on recognizing the patterns of thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and appearance that indicate the possibility of a mental health challenge, rather than focusing on specific illnesses. Participants are taught the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE), which they can apply to noncrisis and crisis scenarios. This is a 6 hour training.
DATE: Thursday January 15, 2026
TIME: 8:30am-3:30pm
LOCATION: Office of Student Support Services, Room 226
475 22nd Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816
More Info: (808) 305-9843 or Christine.Montague-Hicks@k12.hi.us

40th SPIN Conference!
2026-02-04 08:00 - 17:00
Join us for the 40th annual SPIN Conference “SPIN is 40 and Fabulous!”
Find registration forms on our SPIN Conference website: https://spinconference.org/2026-spin-conference/

Parenting Class
2026-02-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
Ohana Support Services, a program of Child and Family Services, is hosting Virtual Nurturing Families Parent Support Groups in February.
For more information and questions, call 808-681-1438

“Nurturing as a Way of Life: Embracing Parenthood with Compassion and Growth”

Session #1:
DATE: Thursday February 5, 2026
TIME: 10:00 – 11:00 am
With: Char
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/91726065842?pwd=[REDACTED]

LDAH Learning Labs: Organizing Your Records
2026-02-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
Please join LDAH – Leadership in Disabilities and Achievement Hawaii – for our Learning Labs. Building Leaders in Parents creates a community of voices. Be part of the solution for your child receiving specially designed instruction under IDEA
DATE: Wednesday, February 11
TIME: 5:00 – 6:00 pm – We will have the zoom room open at 4:45pm for questions/talk story
LOCATION: Zoom
TOPIC: Organizing Your Records: Know the Papers, Keep the Proof, Protect your Child- Special Education Organized Records-Empowered Advocacy
To register: call our office at 808-536-9684, QR code on flyer or this registration link below:
https://forms.gle/N3n17WsZgLvrb2Jf7

West Oahu Transition Fair
2026-02-13 17:30 - 19:30
West Side Transition Fair: “Hearts & Hands Together — Lifting Students Toward Independence,” taking place on Friday, February 13, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Kamaile Academy Public Charter School in Waiʻanae, Hawai`i.

Hosted by Kamaile Academy PCS in partnership with Waiʻanae High School and Nānākulī High School, this free, family-friendly community event brings together students, families, and service providers to support planning for life after high school. The fair will connect families with resources related to education and training pathways, employment supports, independent living options, and health and human services available on the Waiʻanae Coast and across Oʻahu.

Parenting Class
2026-02-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
Ohana Support Services, a program of Child and Family Services, is hosting Virtual Nurturing Families Parent Support Groups in February.
For more information and questions, call 808-681-1438

“Nurturing as a Way of Life: Embracing Parenthood with Compassion and Growth”

Session #2
DATE: Saturday February 14, 2026
TIME: 5:00 – 6:00 pm
With: Kawai
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/99195606605?pwd=[REDACTED]

Parenting Class
2026-02-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Ohana Support Services, a program of Child and Family Services, is hosting Virtual Nurturing Families Parent Support Groups in February.
For more information and questions, call 808-681-1438

“Praising Your Keiki: Cultivating Positive Reinforcement & Encouragement”

Session #1:
DATE: Tuesday February 17, 2026
TIME: 1:00 – 2:00 pm
With: Char
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/91726065842?pwd=[REDACTED]

HAF Valentines Dance
2026-02-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Le Jardin Academy, 917 Kalanianaole Hwy, Kailua, HI, 96734, United States
Join Hawaii Autism Foundation for a fun evening of dancing with your
favorite cupids, a photo booth, face painting, Tuukkaa the Therapy Dog,
and lots of grooving to the beats of a live DJ performance by DJ Ray!
DATE: Friday February 20th
TIME: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Le Jardin Academy, 917 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Kailua, HI 96734, lower school, Wang Auditorium

For ages 13+
Please RSVP here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/8tnmj7k

Footsteps to Transition Fair -Virtual
2026-02-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
To register for this free event, click here
The Footsteps to Transition Fairs are for families, students and school staff to plan and prepare for a student’s life after high school. Open to families across the state and sponsored by the Windward District Office, come join us on Zoom to learn about work based learning, timelines, work and college supports.

Parenting Class
2026-02-25 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
Ohana Support Services, a program of Child and Family Services, is hosting Virtual Nurturing Families Parent Support Groups in February.
For more information and questions, call 808-681-1438

“Praising Your Keiki: Cultivating Positive Reinforcement & Encouragement”

Session #2:
DATE: Wednesday February 25, 2026
TIME: 9:00 – 10:00 am
With Kawai
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/99195606605?pwd=[REDACTED]

Central Oahu Parent Power Hour
2026-02-27 18:00 - 20:00
To register: https;//bit.ly/pph_26
Central Oahu Parent Power Hour
Our families are struggling! Our children are being left behind! We know raising keiki in Hawaii is hard. Now is the time to come together! It takes a village! Parents have the power to create change!! We want to hear from you! What’s working in your community? What would you like to change? Let’s create a future where Hawaii is the best place to raise a keiki!
All welcome who live in Mililani, Mililani Mauka, Waipio Acres, Launani Valley, Wahiawa, Whitmore Village – keiki, ohana, neighbors! Dinner will be provided.
Leilehua High School Library

Family Support with Child & Family Services
2026-03-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
Ohana Support Services, a program of Child and Family Services, invites you to join their virtual Nurturing Families Parent Support Groups in March.
The groups offered are voluntary, intended for support and enrichment purposes.

To join, scan the QR code on the flyer or click the Zoom link below.

For information and questions, please call 808-681-1438

Topic: Empathy in Action: Supporting Your Keiki and You!

Session #1:
Thursday March 5, 2026
10:00 – 11:00 am
With Char
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/91726065842?pwd=[REDACTED]

Session #2
Saturday March 14, 2026
5:00 – 6:00 pm
With Kawai
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/99195606605?pwd=[REDACTED]

Topic: Strength Within: Developing Self-Worth and Empowering Caregivers and Youth

Session #1
Tuesday March 17, 2026
1:00 – 2:00 pm
With Char
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/91726065842?pwd=[REDACTED]

Session #2
Wednesday March 25, 2026
9:00 – 10:00 am
With Kawai
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/99195606605?pwd=[REDACTED]

Maui Footsteps to Transition Fair
2026-03-10 17:00 - 18:30
To register, click here
For more info on Footsteps to Transition resources, visit our statewide website: https://footstepstotransition.weebly.com/
HIDOE BKKM Complex area presents: Maui Footsteps to Transition
Tuesday March 10, 2026
5:00 – 6:30 pm
Maui High School Library
Supporting Students with disabilities and their families transition to adult life and independence.

Dyslexia Workshop
2026-03-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom
Special Announcement: Understanding Dyslexia Starts Here!

March 11, 2026 Online 6:30-8pm.

Parents, join us and explore signs of dyslexia, practical tools, and positive ways to help your child shine. This free workshop offers proven methods to help children with dyslexia thrive at home and in school. Click the link and get registered today!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982935349008?aff=oddtdtcreator

Beyond the Deficit Lens is a strength-based workshop for parents, educators, and advocates who want to understand dyslexia through strengths and support confidence, voice, and meaningful participation.

Virtual Coffee Hour for Big Island Families
2026-03-12 11:00 - 12:00 | On Your Computer
DOH Specialty Support Program, Andrea King (West Hawaii) and Janella Matsumura (East Hawaii) are hosting informal “Coffee Hour” virtual event
Date: 3/12/26 from 11am-12pm.
For parents and caregivers of children and youth with special healthcare needs
Purpose:

Share experiences and connect with other parents/caregivers
Request support and resources
Receive updates from the DOH Specialty Support Program (SSP)

Get updates on upcoming events and programs

Meeting link and QR code located on flyer. No registration required.
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/27020708323241?p=uuVROpmcFPGBy3AtJS

Family Support with Child & Family Services
2026-03-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
Ohana Support Services, a program of Child and Family Services, invites you to join their virtual Nurturing Families Parent Support Groups in March.
The groups offered are voluntary, intended for support and enrichment purposes.

To join, scan the QR code on the flyer or click the Zoom link below.

For information and questions, please call 808-681-1438

Topic: Empathy in Action: Supporting Your Keiki and You!

Session #2
Saturday March 14, 2026
5:00 – 6:00 pm
With Kawai
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/99195606605?pwd=[REDACTED]

Topic: Strength Within: Developing Self-Worth and Empowering Caregivers and Youth

Session #1
Tuesday March 17, 2026
1:00 – 2:00 pm
With Char
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/91726065842?pwd=[REDACTED]

Session #2
Wednesday March 25, 2026
9:00 – 10:00 am
With Kawai
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/99195606605?pwd=[REDACTED]

Family Support with Child & Family Services
2026-03-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Ohana Support Services, a program of Child and Family Services, invites you to join their virtual Nurturing Families Parent Support Groups in March.
The groups offered are voluntary, intended for support and enrichment purposes.

To join, scan the QR code on the flyer or click the Zoom link below.

For information and questions, please call 808-681-1438

Topic: Strength Within: Developing Self-Worth and Empowering Caregivers and Youth

Session #1
Tuesday March 17, 2026
1:00 – 2:00 pm
With Char
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/91726065842?pwd=[REDACTED]

Session #2
Wednesday March 25, 2026
9:00 – 10:00 am
With Kawai
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/99195606605?pwd=[REDACTED]

Parent Talk Cafe on Due Process
2026-03-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
Parent Talk Café
A Learning Hub for Parents & Families
Topic: Preparing for Due Process Pro Se
(Pro Se is when parents file for due process without a lawyer)
Jasmine Williams will be our guest speaker, a former LDAH employee, a parent, a grandmother of children
With disabilities and a lifelong advocate for people with disabilities, She is known for her direct candor and passion for
Justice and equity. Her lived experience in advocacy, State Complaints and Pro Se Due Process will give parents the information
They need to make informed decisions
March 18, 2026 Part 1
April 15, 2026 Part 2
5pm to 6pm
@Parent Talk Café FB Private Group Follow us on Facebook @LDA Hawaii & Pacific PTI

If you are not a member of the Private Facebook Parent Talk Cafe page, click on this link https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1HG7eDWy58/?mibextid=wwXIfr and answer a few questions. An administrator will admit you to the page. On the day and time of the event, go to the Parent Talk Cafe Page and you will see the live session. You will be able to interact and ask questions through the comments under the live stream.
