Infant Development Association of California-IDA

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Infant Development Association of California is a 50-year-old non-profit, membership organization that advocates and promotes family-based, quality early intervention for infants and toddlers (ages 0-3) with special needs.

Play is one of the most powerful ways young children learn, especially during everyday moments with familiar caregivers....
05/25/2026

Play is one of the most powerful ways young children learn, especially during everyday moments with familiar caregivers. This session will explore how families and early childhood providers can support learning for children ages 0–5 through playful interactions embedded in daily home routines and using items most families have at home.

By the end of the session, participants will leave with practical ideas for helping families recognize that learning does not require special toys, worksheets, or extra time. Meaningful learning happens naturally through relationships, routines, and play.

REGISTER HERE: https://idac.memberclicks.net/importance_of_play_june_17 #/

Currently the Budget Committees in the Assembly and the Senate are holding hearings on the proposed 2026-2027 CA. Budget...
05/25/2026

Currently the Budget Committees in the Assembly and the Senate are holding hearings on the proposed 2026-2027 CA. Budget. The Governor will release his changes in what is referred to as the CA Budget - May revise.

Attend to learn the latest Early Intervention, Early Care & Education issues, Trailer Bills (Rate Reform/Quality Incentive Program, Early Intervention Programs Oversight).

REGISTER HERE: https://idac.memberclicks.net/may_revise_advocacy_27

Homework:
Do you know who your legislators are?
Check here Assembly www.assembly.ca.gov; Senate -www.senate.ca.gov
Do they know the importance of Early Intervention? Invite them to your program, and let them see and hear from families about the benefits of Early Intervention.

Roxy Ortiz currently holds the position of Director of Government Affairs at the Association of Regional Center Agencies (ARCA), an organization that represents the 21 regional centers throughout California. In her role, she is responsible for the comprehensive development and management of ARCA’s legislative program, which involves not only monitoring and analyzing legislative changes but also proactively engaging with policymakers to advocate for the needs of individuals and families supported by the regional centers.

This is the new date for the event "Beyond Taste: How the 8 Senses Can Impact the Feeding Experience" with Allie Glaze...
04/26/2026

This is the new date for the event "Beyond Taste: How the 8 Senses Can Impact the Feeding Experience" with Allie Glazer, M.S. CCC-SLP/L & Angela Hughes, M.S., CCC-SLP/L! Join us on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm virtually!

Can't attend the event live? Register to receive access to the recording!
REGISTER HERE: https://idac.memberclicks.net/eight_senses_april #/

Grab your favorite snack for this session! Have you ever wondered why a child tries a strawberry one day, but then refuses and glares at your audacity (for the same food!) on other days? Have you ever lost your appetite after smelling a certain food cooking, even though you like that food? How about how the crackle of a food wrapper can bring a child running? Eating is a full body experience, and your 8 (yes, 8!) senses influence vthe feeding experience!

The goal of this talk is to thoughtfully investigate and responsively support families navigating feeding differences from a sensory system perspective. The sensory system impacts feeding and flavor perception for everyone. For some, this impact can lead to challenges in social, nutritional and feeding skills, especially when considered in the context of the caregiver-child dyad. We’ll develop curiosity and discuss underlying reasons children experience eating challenges, as refusal is often more than “just behavior”. We’ll explore these through the trifecta lens of evidenced based practice: research, clinical perspective, and lived experience. This is an intermediate level talk for feeding therapists and those interested in feeding therapy, as well as caregivers of children with feeding challenges. We welcome caregivers to join!

Join us for the Infant Development Association (IDA) Vivian Weinstein Leadership Day Conference, a timely and thought-pr...
04/16/2026

Join us for the Infant Development Association (IDA) Vivian Weinstein Leadership Day Conference, a timely and thought-provoking gathering for early intervention professionals, service providers, and partners across the field. This year’s theme, Early Intervention at a Crossroads: Where are we Headed?, reflects a pivotal moment as systems shift, resources tighten, and families’ needs grow more complex.

REGISTER HERE: https://idac.memberclicks.net/vivian_weinstein_may_4 #/

Presenters:
~ Andrea Davis, PhD, President of the DIR/Floortime Coalition - Supporting Families and Children at Developmental Crossroads: DIRFloortime Strategies
~ Christina Nigrelli, EdS, Senior Director of Programs, Zero to Three California - Early Connections, Lifelong Outcomes: The Case for Strong Early Intervention Systems
~ Maddie DeChannes, MS, LMFT, Child Development Institute (CDI) - Nurturing Beginnings: Strengthening Parent–Child Connections
~ Yvette Baptiste, Ph.D. Interim Executive Director of Family Resource Centers Network of CA (FRCNCA) - The Transition from Early Start

Registration Pricing for Continuing Education:
IDA CE Hours (6.0 hours): Nursing, PT, Speech & Language Pathology — $60
Child Development Institute (CDI) Hours (6.0 hours): LCSW, LMFT, LEP, LPCC — $60 (CDI will invoice)

IDA proudly joins the movement celebrating Developmental Disability Awareness Month, affirming the message that inclusio...
03/04/2026

IDA proudly joins the movement celebrating Developmental Disability Awareness Month, affirming the message that inclusion, belonging, and access belong to everyone. We support families, providers, and our early intervention community in working together to ensure that infants and toddlers with developmental disabilities are seen, heard, and supported.

This month, we highlight disability rights leaders, such as Charlotte Woodward. Charlotte is a powerful advocate fighting for equitable healthcare for people with disabilities. As a member of the disability community, Charlotte works to pass legislation to end discrimination in healthcare and strengthen disability rights protections. Leaders like Charlotte inspire IDA to continue pushing for policies and practices that uphold dignity, equity, and access for the families we work with.

We also thank the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD), Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD), and National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) for leading this campaign.

Join IDA in advancing equity, inclusion, and early support:
www.idaofcal.org

Sources:
https://nacdd.org/a-conversation-with-charlotte-woodward-disability-policy-trailblazer/
https://www.nationaldisabilityinstitute.org/press/march-is-developmental-disabilities-awareness-month/

ENGLISH / SPANISH:As California prepares to elect its next Governor, understanding where each candidate stands on disabi...
03/01/2026

ENGLISH / SPANISH:
As California prepares to elect its next Governor, understanding where each candidate stands on disability rights and vital services matters.

LantermanCoalition has invited all candidates for Governor to participate in Keeping California’s Promise, a non-partisan interview series focused on protecting the Lanterman Act and California’s commitment to people with disabilities.

You can register now for upcoming candidate interview:

📅 March 25 at 11:30 AM – Tom Steyer, business executive and philanthropist

As we head toward the June primary elections, staying informed helps all of us make thoughtful decisions at the ballot box.

👉 Learn more and register: thelantermancoalition.org/events

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A medida que California se prepara para elegir a su próximo Gobernador, es fundamental entender dónde se posiciona cada candidato sobre los derechos de las personas con discapacidad y los servicios esenciales.

LantermanCoalition ha invitado a todos los candidatos a Gobernador a participar en Keeping California’s Promise, una serie de entrevistas no partidista enfocada en proteger la Ley Lanterman y el compromiso de California con las personas con discapacidad.

Ya puede registrarse para las próximas entrevista:
📅 25 de marzo a las 11:30 AM – Tom Steyer

Al acercarnos a las elecciones primarias de junio, mantenerse informado nos ayuda a tomar decisiones conscientes en las urnas.

👉 Más información y registro: thelantermancoalition.org/events

Join us for the Infant Development Association (IDA) Vivian Weinstein Leadership Day Conference, a timely and thought-pr...
02/13/2026

Join us for the Infant Development Association (IDA) Vivian Weinstein Leadership Day Conference, a timely and thought-provoking gathering for early intervention professionals, service providers, and partners across the field. This year’s theme, Early Intervention at a Crossroads: Where are we Headed?, reflects a pivotal moment as systems shift, resources tighten, and families’ needs grow more complex.

REGISTER HERE: https://idac.memberclicks.net/vivian_weinstein_may_4 #/

Registration Pricing:
Non-member: $195 / $175*
IDA Agency/Individual Member: $150 / $125*
IDA Parent / Student / New Clinician Member: $100 /$75*

*Early Bird pricing available through March 1, 2026

Continuing Education
IDA CE Hours (6.0 hours): Nursing, PT, Speech & Language Pathology — $60
Child Development Institute (CDI) Hours (6.0 hours): LCSW, LMFT, LEP, LPCC — $60 (CDI will invoice)

Join us: "From Playtime to Snacktime: Mealtime Routines as a Tool in the Early Interventionist’s Coaching Toolkit" with ...
02/04/2026

Join us: "From Playtime to Snacktime: Mealtime Routines as a Tool in the Early Interventionist’s Coaching Toolkit" with Allie Glazer, M.S. CCC-SLP/L & Angela Hughes, M.S., CCC-SLP/L

Register here: https://idac.memberclicks.net/playtime_snacktime_march_3 #/
Can't attend the event live? Register to receive access to the recording!
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at12:00pm-1:30pm | Virtual Event

Grab your favorite snack for this session! If you’re looking for tools to add to your coaching toolbelt, this talk is for you. Early Interventionists are well-versed in how play supports development, but it can be a struggle to apply strategies into other daily routines. In this session, we’ll focus on how a child’s mealtime can integrate all goals and disciplines from the IFSP.

We won’t be discussing feeding therapy strategies, but rather how you can support mealtimes as part of your arsenal toolkit to move beyond play. There’s a whole buffet of opportunities available and you don’t even have to watch a child eat! Global development can be supported from all angles during a mealtime routine. Whether it’s regulation to “get to” the meal, or cleaning up afterwards, we’ll offer a holistic lens from which to target all your early intervention goals.

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950 Glenn Drive, Suite 150
Folsom, CA
95630

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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