UCLA Intervention Program

Help UCLA researchers learn about early infant development!
You may be eligible to participate if you live in the greater Los Angeles Area, are pregnant or have an infant under 6 months, and have an older child with a conformed autism diagnosis.

Spaces avilable! Contact us today to schedule a tour.🍎

ATTENTION EARLY START FAMILIES: Please share your insights and experiences to help inform policy discussions, workforce planning, and system improvements across the state!

CONSIDER PARTICIPATIING IN A FOCUS GROUP AND/OR SURVERY.
Let your voice be heard. Early Start as we know it, may be in jeopardy. (see details on post and below)

Early Start families in California who have children from birth to 5 years old are invited to take this short survey about the Early Intervention workforce regardless of whether you are able to participate in a focus group or interview.

The survey will remain open until July 15, 2026.
English Survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/77KW7M2
Spanish Survey https://es.surveymonkey.com/r/9VMD5BN

If you are interested in participating in a focus group please register for one of the following virtual focus groups. If you prefer a 1:1 interview please email Teresa Anderson at [email protected] to schedule an interview.

Focus Groups

Jun 16, 2026 - 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/bwkAQ60VTgWoZratkRoorw
*After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

June 18, 2026 – 9:30 – 10:30 am
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/T0cENtafSSKo1IQgjoIXFA
*After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

June 23, 2026 – 6:00 – 7:00 pm – Spanish Interpretation Available
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/NMqIA_woTjqE3SX0EFqQxg
*After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Thank you for your time and dedication to strengthening services and supports for Early Start families!

RSVP for the upcoming My PlayClub: International Day of Inclusive Play celebration

It is a FREE beach-themed playdate filled with inclusive fun, including sand castle building, water games, crafts, face painting, snacks, buddy play, and more at our fully accessible playground. Children of ALL abilities and ages are welcome!

Saturday, June 13, 2026
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Bill Rosendahl (Glen Alla) Park, 4601 Alla Rd., Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

Children of ALL abilities and ages are welcome. Come celebrate the start of summer!

Celebrate International Day of Inclusive Play with My PlayClub! 🌴☀️

Join us for a FREE beach-themed playdate at Glen Alla Playground in Marina Del Rey, where children of ALL abilities can play, connect, and belong together in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

The International Day of Play is an official United Nations observance held annually on June 11 to recognize play as a fundamental human right and raise awareness about its essential role in children’s development, well-being, and lifelong learning. Established by the United Nations in 2024, the day serves as a global call to action to protect every child’s right to play—especially as safe spaces for play continue to shrink around the world.

As an organization with Consultative Status with the United Nations, Inclusion Matters by Shane’s Inspiration is proud to celebrate this important movement by creating our own International Day of Inclusive Play—a community celebration dedicated to ensuring that children of all abilities can play, learn, and grow side by side.

In addition to free play at our fully accessible playground, families can enjoy activities that encourage creativity, movement, teamwork, and connection, including:

• Sand castle building station
• Water balloon toss and sponge relay games
• Beach scavenger hunt
• Music and dancing
• Face painting & temporary tattoos
• Storytime in our Book Nook
• Buddy play and cooperative games
• Snacks and refreshments

Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026

Time: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Location: Glen Alla Park
4601 Alla Rd.
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

Children of ALL abilities and ages are welcome!

A special thank you to Crowe for sponsoring this event and volunteering as buddies and activity helpers throughout the day! 💙

We can’t wait to celebrate the power of play and inclusion with our community!

RSVP today:
inclusionmatters.org/my-playclub

Your voice matters. Be part of improving early intervention in our state and help drive meaningful change for children and families.

Your voice matters. Be part of improving early intervention in our state and help drive meaningful change for children and families.

Congress is currently in the process of writing spending bills to fund key programs for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027, including special education. Call on Congress to fund all parts of IDEA and avoid any cuts for infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who serve them.

It is more important than ever to make your voice heard as a special education professional. Join fellow advocates at the Special Education Legislative Summit this summer and champion the future of special education! Early bird rates end on May 15—register today!

https://specialeducationlegislativesummit.org/