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TOGETHER we can change the lives of thousands of children and their families. #autism #specialneeds #advocacy #education #healthcare #grassrootsleadership

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Neurodivergent talent is too often overlooked, and the world is missing out because of it.

We need more pathways that recognize what people can do and give them the opportunity to prove it in real work environments.

That’s what we’ve seen firsthand through LA Inclusive. During World Cup events in Los Angeles, neurodivergent young adults stepped into real jobs with real expectations, serving customers, managing inventory, solving problems and adapting under pressure.

That’s the shift we need more employers to make: changing assumptions about ability to creating more opportunities to demonstrate it. 💜

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Making a difference in your community doesn’t have to wait until later in your career. 💜

SNN Next Gen brings together young professionals who want to build meaningful connections, grow as leaders and use their time, talents and networks to support children, adults and families with developmental disabilities.

Through service, advocacy, fundraising and community engagement, members have opportunities to get directly involved in the work of Special Needs Network while connecting with other professionals who care about creating greater access and opportunity in Los Angeles.

It’s a place to build your network while putting that network to work for something that matters.

Learn more about SNN Next Gen and become a member.

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Every family is different, and access to developmental care should reflect that. 💜

Special Needs Network offers therapeutic services both in-home and at designated centers throughout Southern California, giving families options for receiving care in the setting that works best for them.

Our clinical services support children with developmental needs through individualized care designed around each child and family.

Learn more about therapeutic services at Special Needs Network.

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This year, Evening Under the Stars is celebrating the people and partnerships moving our communities forward.

As Special Needs Network marks its 20th anniversary, we’re proud to honor Kaiser Permanente and Los Angeles City Councilwoman Heather Hutt for their leadership and impact, with celebrity honorees still to be announced.

Join approximately 400 leaders and supporters on October 24th for an evening of celebration, connection and purpose at a beautiful private estate in Pasadena. ✨ And come dressed for the theme in Afrofuturistic Glamour, where ’70s soul meets the future!

Every ticket and sponsorship helps support the work Special Needs Network is carrying into its next 20 years.

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For 20 years, Special Needs Network has worked alongside families and communities to expand access, opportunity and inclusion for people with autism and other developmental disabilities.

At 6pm on October 24, we’re celebrating how far we’ve come and raising support for the work still ahead. ✨This year’s Evening Under the Stars: Back to the Future will bring together approximately 400 business, civic, entertainment and philanthropic leaders for an unforgettable evening at a private estate in Pasadena.

And this year, we’re dressing for the occasion. Come in Afrofuturistic Glamour, where ’70s soul meets the future.

Join us for cocktails, dinner, awards, entertainment and dancing as we celebrate 20 years of impact and help build the next 20.

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When people with disabilities have equitable access to employment, our workplaces and communities are stronger.
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time to recognize the talent, skills and contributions people with disabilities bring to the workforce while continuing to address the barriers that too often stand between people and employment.
At Special Needs Network, Special Flavours is helping build a more inclusive future by providing young adults with developmental disabilities culinary training, workplace experience and a pathway toward employment.
You can help normalize the inclusion of people with different abilities in the workforce by hiring Special Flavours to cater your next meeting, celebration or event! 💜
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This is what we want every person who comes through our doors to feel. 💜

Whether someone connects with Special Needs Network through our workforce programs, clinical services, community events or advocacy, our goal is to create opportunities that have a lasting impact.

We’re grateful to be part of that journey and even more grateful when members of our community share what the experience has meant to them.

Thank you, Walker, for being part of the Special Needs Network community.

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💙 Showing up for our community is what CORE is all about.

Colin, a member of Special Needs Network’s CORE program, joined us at our 21st Annual Back 2 School Health + Resource Fair to lend a hand and help families and kids get ready for a successful new school year. 🎒📚

From volunteering his time to connecting with families, Colin shares what it meant to be part of a day centered on giving back, supporting our community, and making sure students start the year feeling prepared.

Thank you, Colin, and all of our CORE members who continue to put service into action. This is community supporting community. 💙

#SpecialNeedsNetwork #CORE #Back2School #CommunityService #CommunitySupport

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🎒💙 Back to school, backed by community!

Our 21st Annual Back 2 School Health + Resource Fair brought families together for an incredible day of resources, entertainment, connection, and FUN as we helped students get ready for a new school year.

Families received backpacks and school supplies, health and dental screenings, food and family resources, while enjoying activities, prizes, music, and so much more throughout the day.

We were honored to be joined by Councilwoman Heather Hutt and Assemblymember Isaac Bryan, and we’re grateful for their continued support and commitment to the children and families of our community.

And it wouldn’t be a celebration without music! 🎶 A huge thank you to Trevan and the incredible D Four Band for taking the stage and bringing the energy, along with our amazing emcee and DJ who kept the celebration going all day long.

To every vendor, community partner, volunteer, sponsor, performer, and SNN team member who helped make this event possible, thank you. Your time, resources, and commitment helped create a day where families could access what they need while having fun and enjoying time together.

And to every family who joined us, thank you for celebrating 21 years of this special SNN tradition with us. Here’s to starting the school year prepared, supported, and surrounded by community! 🎒📚✨

#SpecialNeedsNetwork #Back2School #CommunityResources #LosAngelesFamilies #CommunitySupport

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Conversations about inclusion matter most when they inspire action. 💗

At Pink Pump: A Vineyard Affair, one small business owner shared how the afternoon strengthened her commitment to considering neurodivergent talent as she grows her business.

She came into the event already thinking about neurodivergent candidates, but left with an even greater understanding of why inclusive hiring matters and the value neurodivergent individuals can bring to the workplace.

This is exactly why we create spaces like Pink Pump. To bring people together, shift perspectives, build meaningful connections, and turn conversations about inclusion into real opportunities.

Thank you for sharing your experience and for being part of a growing community of employers ready to think differently about talent. 💗

#PinkPump #SpecialNeedsNetwork #LAInclusive #Neurodiversity #WorkforceInclusion

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There’s something special about being in a room where meaningful conversations can turn into real-world impact. 💗

Reflecting on our inaugural Pink Pump: A Vineyard Affair in Martha’s Vineyard, one of our guests shares what it meant to be part of an afternoon centered on connection, inclusion, and creating greater opportunities for neurodivergent individuals.

From her personal connection with Areva Martin to witnessing the work of Special Needs Network continue to grow, her message captures exactly what Pink Pump is about: bringing people together, building community, and inspiring action that lasts far beyond one afternoon.

And her advice for next year? Come experience it for yourself. ✨

We’re already looking forward to what’s next.

#PinkPump #SpecialNeedsNetwork #Neurodiversity #Inclusion #MarthasVineyard

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Our first Pink Pump: A Vineyard Affair brought the spirit of Pink Pump to Martha’s Vineyard for an intimate afternoon rooted in connection, conversation, and possibility. 💗

Hosted by Special Needs Network Founder and CEO Areva Martin (@arevamartin), the afternoon brought together an incredible group of leaders for brunch, live music, and a powerful conversation about neurodiversity, advocacy, wellness, AI, and the future of work.

Areva was joined by Rakia Reynolds (@rakiareynolds) and CBS News’ Jericka Duncan (@iamthatreporterjd) for a thoughtful discussion that challenged the way we think about talent, professionalism, belonging, and opportunity.

From the role AI could play in creating more accessible workplaces to the biases that still shape who gets hired, developed, and given the opportunity to lead, the conversation ultimately came back to action and the work ahead through SNN’s LA Inclusive initiative.

And that is exactly what we hoped this inaugural gathering would do. Introduce new people to the work of Special Needs Network, deepen relationships, rethink the systems that continue to overlook neurodivergent talent, and open doors to new partnerships that can turn conversation into real workforce opportunities.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, supported this vision, and came ready to think differently about what inclusion can look like. As Areva reminded us, the future is something we build together.

Martha’s Vineyard was just the beginning. 💗

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☀️ So many little moments made Camp JPAC a summer to remember. 💙

From coloring and getting lost in a good book to hands-on science activities, playing outside, and sharing lunch together, every day gave our campers something new to explore and enjoy.

And of course, we can’t forget the smiles when those burgers arrived! 🍔 A huge thank you again to Storm Burger for treating our campers to lunch and adding another special memory to the summer.

Looking back, it wasn’t just the big celebrations that made Camp JPAC so meaningful. It was days like these, filled with learning, laughter, good food, new experiences, and simply having fun together.

Already missing our Camp JPAC crew. 💙

#CampJPAC #SpecialNeedsNetwork #OneWorldOneTeam #SummerMemories #InclusionMatters

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💙 Missing these Camp JPAC days already!

From dance classes and creative projects to games, new experiences, camp chants, and so many laughs in between, this summer gave us memories we’ll be holding onto for a long time. ☀️

But the best part was watching our campers make new friends, try new things, grow in confidence, and bring their own energy to every single day.

Here’s a little throwback to the smiles, the fun, and all the moments that made Camp JPAC so special. Until we get to do it all again. 💙

One World, One Team. Always.

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Innovation is part of who we are.

From AI-driven initiatives to workforce innovation and statewide advocacy, Special Needs Network continues to build
new solutions that expand opportunity for the communities we serve.

Join a team that’s helping shape what’s next while growing your own career.

Learn more through the link in our bio.

#SpecialNeedsNetwork #Innovation #CareerGrowth #NowHiring #Leadership

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Great leaders aren’t born overnight.

Our Clinical Excellence Leadership Academy was created to help clinicians strengthen their leadership skills, grow
professionally, and prepare for the next stage of their careers.

Because investing in our people means investing in better outcomes for the families we serve.

Learn more through the link in our bio.

#SpecialNeedsNetwork #Leadership #ClinicalLeadership #CareerGrowth #NowHiring

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The people who know SNN best are the people building their careers here every day.

In this conversation, Anthony reflects on his experience at Special Needs Network, the opportunities he’s found along
the way, and what continues to inspire him to do this work.

When you join SNN, you’re joining a team that’s committed to professional growth, meaningful work, and creating
lasting impact for children and families across our community.

Explore our current openings through the link in our bio.

#SpecialNeedsNetwork #SNNCareers #BuildYourCareer #CareerWithPurpose #WhyIStay

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🎒 Back 2 School season is almost here, and we’re getting ready for a BIG day!

Special Needs Network, together with Councilwoman Heather Hutt, invites children, families, and the entire community to our 21st Annual Back 2 School Health + Resource Fair!

Come spend the day with us and enjoy FREE health and dental screenings, backpacks and school supplies, food packages, food and beverages, a book reading, live music, a kid bouncy house, prizes, family activities, and so much more! 🎉📚

📅 Saturday, August 22
⏰ 10 AM to 2 PM
📍 Michelle and Barack Obama Sports Complex
5001 Obama Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016

💙 FREE + open to the public. All are welcome!

Backpacks and supplies are available while supplies last, and children must be present to receive a backpack.

Register now using the link in our bio or scan the QR code on the flyer. Let’s send our kids back to school prepared, supported, and ready for an amazing year! ✏️🎒

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💜 AUTISM & NEURODIVERSITY: WHO CARES FOR THE CAREGIVER? 💜
A Mother’s Journey Raising a Child on the Autism Spectrum
Join Christian Carnegie, M.Ed., BCBA, Senior Director of Care Delivery & Client Services at Special Needs Network, Inc., for a powerful and personal parenting workshop at the KJLH Women’s Health Expo.
As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, autism and neurodiversity advocate, and mother of a son on the autism spectrum, Christian brings a unique combination of professional expertise, advocacy, and lived experience to this important conversation.
She’ll talk candidly about the emotional journey of raising a neurodivergent child, recognizing caregiver burnout, protecting your own well-being, finding your village, advocating for your child, navigating complex service systems, and celebrating progress along the way.
Most importantly, parents and caregivers will hear a message they don’t hear often enough: You deserve care, support, and community, too.
📅 Saturday, August 15, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Long Beach Convention Center
KJLH Women’s Health Expo
💜 When caregivers thrive, families thrive.
#SpecialNeedsNetwork #Autism #Neurodiversity #CaregiverSupport #AutismParents #KJLHWomensHealthExpo #WomensHealth #ParentAdvocacy

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Every day is an opportunity to make a difference.

At Special Needs Network, our work goes beyond clinical services. We help children reach their potential, support
families, and create stronger communities.

If you’re looking for a career where your work truly matters, we’re hiring across every clinical level.

Apply through the link in our bio.

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