Bringing hope to families journeying on the special needs road

What We Do

Hi! Welcome to Hope on the Hard Road

We are dedicated to helping connect and encourage families with children with special needs through programs designed to support the unique needs of the individual, the family, and the community.

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OUR STORY

Help Bring Hope

“Speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you’ll all be together in this”

1 Thessalonians 5:11

New Events

Upcoming Events

April

Hope Community Groups

Join us for our Hope Community Groups. Hope Community Groups is a space for community to gather in small groups and connect on topics relevant to special needs families with a biblical perspective. This season we will be reading through a bible study on “The Fruit of the Spirit: Finding Hope in the Midst of Hard Circumstances”Click for info

April 3

Dads Monthly Meet Up

Are you a dad of a special needs child? Join us for our Dads Monthly meet up on the 1st Thursday of the month at 6:30-7:30 am for some good grub and conversation with the guys. Click for Info 

April 7

Moms Monthly Meet Up

Moms join us on the 1st Monday of the month at 9:30 – 11:00 am for connection and encouragement with other moms. We’ll be meeting at some fun local spots for coffee, breakfast, local walks, and more. Be watching for more info on our social media and sign up for our email updates.

April 7

Parent Support Group

THIS MONTH ONLY Parent Support Group is switching to the first Monday of the Month. REGISTER, SHARE, and JOIN US on Monday, Apr 7, 7:30-8:30 pm on Zoom! Click to Register

April 12

Race for Autism

The San Diego Race for Autism is Sat April 12 in Balboa Park. We need volunteers to help at the Hope on the Hard Road vendor booth. Click to Volunteer

May 16 - May 18

Moms Day Out

Join us for this incredible conference filled with community connections, engaging speakers, and fun activities designed to refresh the body, mind, and spirit. Bring a friend, a sister, or another mom walking along side you on the special needs journey and enjoy all this conference has to offer!
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REGISTER SOON for Moms Day Out 2025! 1 DAY TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!! Don’t miss this incredible conference May 16-18! Our conference theme this year is “It’s a New Day”. Join us for this incredible conference filled with community connections, engaging speakers like Angela O’Brien @yourspacereclaime…
REGISTER SOON for Moms Day Out 2025! 1 DAY TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!! Don’t miss this incredible conference May 16-18! Our conference theme this year is “It’s a New Day”. Join us for this incredible conference filled with community connections, engaging speakers like Angela O’Brien @yourspacereclaime…
A New Podcast Episode Dropped Today! CHECK IT OUT!! Listen wherever you find your podcasts! On this episode in our Family Series the focus is on moms. As moms we have our own unique stories to share. And as we approach World Down Syndrome Day on March 21, we are delighted to have Becky Wall on with…
A New Podcast Episode Dropped Today! CHECK IT OUT!! Listen wherever you find your podcasts! On this episode in our Family Series the focus is on moms. As moms we have our own unique stories to share. And as we approach World Down Syndrome Day on March 21, we are delighted to have Becky Wall on with…
Dad’s Night Out was INCREDIBLE! What a fun night out for our caregiving guys! Join us NEXT TIME!! Video Credit: @kimmendenhallfreels ••• #hopeonthehardroadevents #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsdads #autismdads #sandiegononprofit
Dad’s Night Out was INCREDIBLE! What a fun night out for our caregiving guys! Join us NEXT TIME!! Video Credit: @kimmendenhallfreels ••• #hopeonthehardroadevents #specialneedsparenting #specialneedsdads #autismdads #sandiegononprofit
 

Hope on the Hard Road Special Needs Podcast

On the Hope on the Hard Road Special Needs Podcast you’ll find insights from experts in the special needs community and heartwarming stories from families like yours that bring hope for the road ahead.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We have many different events each designed to support the unique needs of the individual, the family, and the community. You can find an event just for you whether you are a single parent, a married couple, a sibling, or a family wanting to connect with others in the community.

While we host community events for all members of the family including those with special needs, our main goal is to support families. We do this by wrapping around the family to provide tangible resources and faith based encouragement in community to each member of the family (dads, moms, siblings, married couples, and the families as a whole).

Yes we are a faith based charitably categorized 501c3 nonprofit. The journey with special needs can often be a hard road for families. HOPE is so important. We believe that hope comes from the encouragement and connection of community and ultimately from our lord and savior, Jesus Christ, in whom all hope is found.

Please check out our website for more information on our programs such as our virtual parent support group, local events, podcasts and blogs, and you tube informational presentations. Follow us on social media for more frequent updates on events and resources. Subscribe to our podcast so you won’t miss an episode filled with inspirational stories and expert insights.

There are many ways to get involved and help us with our mission to connect and encourage families. We have many different positions for volunteers. Please fill out our volunteer form and we will contact you soon or you can sign up to volunteer on an individual event basis. As a nonprofit we also welcome donations and corporate sponsorships to help provide our events and resources to families. If you would like to help support our mission via a one time or sustainable donation please click on the donation button above.

Checks made payable to Hope on the Hard Road, Inc can be mailed to: 306 West El Norte Pkwy Ste N #78; Escondido, CA 92026.

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