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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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Programs for the people closest to our kids

We work alongside schools, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to bring education, wellness, and clinical resources to the children who need them.

Upcoming Events

November 2026

Tue 17		Nov 17 \| All Day CHER Academy: Trauma Informed Care and DBT Essentials: Equipping Staff to Support Medically and Developmentally Complex Families Practical trauma-informed care and DBT strategies to help staff support medically and developmentally complex children and families. School Nurses Caregiving, CHER Academy, Physician, Trauma, Virtual
Wed 18		Nov 18 \| 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Autism Dads Connect Thompson Autism & Neurodevelopmental Center hosts a free monthly social group for dads within the neurodivergent community. Community Autism, Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center
Thu 19		Nov 19 \| 9:00 am - 10:00 am Virtual RCH/OCDE Coach Education Series: Nutrition & Sleep Optimization Virtual learning session to equip coaches with nutrition and sleep strategies to improve athlete readiness, reduce injury risk, and strengthen training environments. School Nurses Nutrition, Physician, Sleep, Sports, Virtual
Thu 19		Nov 19 \| 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Creative Connections Series: Rhythm, Music & Movement Rhythm, Music & Movement Join us for a free evening of music, movement & connection! Led by our teachers at Raya Art and... Community Autism, Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center

December 2026

Tue 1		Dec 1 \| 8:30 am - 11:30 am Virtual CHER Academy: Recognizing Eating Disorders and Anxiety Cycles: Strengthening Staff Skills and Family Support Join this virtual session to strengthen staff skills to recognize eating disorders and anxiety cycles, with practical tools for school and family support. School Nurses Anxiety, CHER Academy, Eating Disorder, mental health, Physician
Fri 4		Dec 4 \| 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Gluten Free Culinary Medicine Cooking: Better Than Takeout Orange Chicken Bowl Join our free gluten-free cook-along on Dec. 4 and make a better-than-takeout orange chicken bowl. Limited spots for ages 10+ with an adult. Register today. Community Class, Culinary, Parents
Thu 10		Dec 10 \| 5:00 pm - 6:00 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 designed for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities. This engaging program... Community Autism, Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center
Fri 11		Dec 11 \| 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Autism Moms Connect 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. Community Autism, Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center

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