Become a Hope Sponsor and help bring connection, encouragement, and life changing hope to individuals with special needs and their families through resources, education, and community support.
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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Join the Hope circle and receive 10% off select events annually
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Join us for Hope Community Groups. Groups meet monthly to connect in community and share topics relevant to special needs families, with a biblical perspective. Click to register
We’re excited to announce that Monthly Meet Ups will be expanding throughout the county! Find a Monthly Meet Up site close to you and join the community! Hope to see you there!
North County Group: 1st Wed, Mar 4 at 9:30-11:00 am
Manzanita Coffee House
Pacific Beach: 3rd Mon, Mar 16 at 8-9:30 am
Super Bloom Cafe
Ramona: 2nd Fri, Mar 13 at 6-7pm
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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. Be watching for more info on our social media and sign up for email updates.
Join us for our monthly Parent Support Group. We meet on the 2nd Monday of the month via Zoom at 8:00-9:00 pm to discuss various topics of interest and to connect with other parents. Sign up
orJoin us for Spring Fam Fest on Sat, March 14th at 10am-2pm! There will be lots of fun inclusive and accessible games and activities like easter egg hunts, photo opportunities, yummy foods, and more inspiring booth venders as well as some surprise community partners all located at the red Williams Barn in Walnut Grove Park in San Marcos. Pre Register your tickets so we know who’s coming! Register or Volunteer or find More Info
Don’t miss Moms Day Out May 1st -3rd, 2026 in beautiful San Diego, California. This life giving conference is uniquely designed for moms of children with special needs and the circle of women supporting them. It is your invitation to step away from the demands of caregiving, breathe deeply, and be reminded that you are not alone. Register now for early discount. Volunteer
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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.
We wrap around the family to help connect and encourage all the members of the family at the individual, the family, and the community level through our uniquely designed programs and resources.
In addition to providing practical resources for families, we provide optional faith based resources for families seeking biblically based encouragement and community.
Please check out our website for more information on resources and programs such as our podcast, parent support groups, local events, and you tube webinars. 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 further our mission to connect and encourage families.
We have many various positions for volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering throughout the year please fill out our volunteer form or sign up to volunteer for an event, and we will contact you soon .
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.
Hours of operation are M-F 8am-4pm
