SPIN - Special Parent Information Network

06/08/2026

Oahu: Interested in learning how to perform First Aid/CPR/AED tailored to the disability community?

Wellness Matters Program

Inclusive First Aid/CPR/AED

Offered by Dr. Kelle Murphy, Center on Disability Studies, UHM

Receive American Heart Association certification in First Aid/CPR/AED

Eligibility: Disability community- open to individuals with I/DD including family members and caregivers.

When: Upcoming Session on August 4 and 6- 9:00-12:00 noon
*Participants must attend both classes to receive certification. Day 1- First Aid; Day 2- CPR/AED

Where: Center on Disability Studies Library University of Hawai'i at Mānoa, 1410 Lower Campus Rd , Honolulu, HI 96822

Cost: $20.94 per person. Limited to the first six participants.

Register: Email Dr. Kelle Murphy at [email protected] July 21 by 12:00 noon

06/08/2026

Ohana Support Services, a program of Child and Family Services, invites you to join their virtual Nurturing Families Parent Support Groups in June.
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: Praising Your Keiki: Cultivating Positive Reinforcement & Encouragement

Session #1
Friday, June 12, 2026
10:00 - 11:00 am
With Trudy
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/93639663257?pwd=B4G4K4FnFhMqJZC0qGga5atQ3ag30X.1

Session #2
Sunday, June 21, 2026
6:00 - 7:00 pm
With Janel
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/99124485412?pwd=U55qs7C4uarNbg04wVi0TSloQNbx4G.1

06/08/2026

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.

June 10, 2026 Navigating Transitions: Prepare, Plan, Execute when your child transitions from early intervention, middle school, high school & beyond

June 24, 2026 Beyond the Wiggles: Understanding ADHD: Know the facts about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and the support needed when a child is diagnosed

We highly recommend bringing your spirit of learning and engagement to our Learning Labs.

Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm

Location: Zoom Platform

4 Ways to Register
Call our office at 808-536-9684
QR code on flyer
Register at our NEW Website events page https://www.ldahawaii.org/events.html
New LDAH App: From website, scroll down to the very bottom and click on “Install Our App”. We welcome feedback on our New LDAH App.

05/22/2026

There is still time to register to vote and make sure your address is correct so you receive a ballot! Have a child with a disability over 18? They can vote too! Find a PDF of this infographic and others at our SPIN Hawaii infographics page: https://spinhawaii.org/infographics/

05/14/2026

Please enjoy and share our May SPIN News! You can download a PDF and an accessible Word doc from our website! https://spinhawaii.org/newsletter-download/

05/13/2026

The TEL TED Early Language Screening and Intervention program is being offered to keiki in the community in the Nanakuli Waianae Complex.

We are projected to offer Screening mid May/June and plan to have the program running from May to July at the Community Learning Center, Maili from 3pm to 4pm 3 times a week.

Feel free to share the flyer with families and encourage them to register using the QR code or links provided. Should you prefer physical registration forms feel free to let me know and I can provide some.
I understand that it is easier for some families to utilize a physical form.

Registration: http://bit.ly/4t8YSfj

Should your families benefit from a brief presentation about the screening and intervention, please reach out and we can arrange an informational briefing about the program. Thank you!

05/11/2026

The Kauai Children with Special Health Needs Program will be having a Family Get Together on Wednesday June 10, 2026, at Lydgate Beach Park-large pavilion that was rescheduled from the Kona low storms in March.
This is a great opportunity for parents of children with health needs, intellectual or developmental disabilities to get together and network. We will have resources, light lunch and activities for children and the parents to participate in. Please share this with any families who have a child with a special health need/DD/ID ages 0-21.
Below is the registration link or scan the QR Code on the flyer. For more information, please contact us at 808-241-3376.

Registration Link : https://forms.gle/8SnhZEroczQGgGD1A

DATE: Wednesday June 10
TIME: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Lydgate Park - Large Pavilion
RSVP by June 1
Email: [email protected] or call 808-241-3376

Light lunch provided
Connect with families
Build friendships
Fun activities
Community resources

05/11/2026

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05/11/2026

To all the mom's out there... You are a good mom!

05/11/2026

Parent Talk Café

A Learning Hub for Parents & Families

Topic: Letter Writing

Learn how to write effective letters, where to begin and what to do if you don’t get a response Communicate your concerns, keep good documentation, and be an accountable IEP Team Member

Join us Talk Café FB Private Group(Only Parents Group)

May 20, 2026, Wednesday 5pm to 6pm

If you are not a member of the Private Facebook Parent Talk Cafe page, click on this link https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DyTTZfxp2/ 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

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