It is with deep sorrow that we share the sad news of Stella’s sudden passing on Friday night, January 23, 2026, at her home due to a stroke. Stella was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and a respected CPAD parent leader and board member. From the founding of our...
On December 13, CPAD families and individuals with special needs came together for a joyful year-end celebration, with the generous support of Tzu Chi. Everyone enjoyed music, games, food, dancing, and time spent connecting with one another. Toys and raffle prizes were shared, bringing lots of smiles to the children...
At CPAD, we are honored to collaborate with SAGE, Self Advocate Group Empowered, a vibrant community of adults with disabilities who are passionate, talented, and actively shaping their own futures. Members of SAGE bring creativity, leadership, and unique perspectives to the world. Among the members are some artists, writers, speakers,...
CPAD-OC (Chinese Parent Association for the Disabled – Orange County Chapter), formerly a division of CPAD, has established its own independent non-profit organization: AFADS (Asian Family Association for Disability Support). Effective July 1, 2025, AFADS will operate as a separate entity dedicated to supporting families with disabilities. For more information,...
On May 17, CPAD partnered with Eastern Los Angeles Regional Center (ELARC) to host a successful in-person Housing Fair that brought together families, individuals with special needs, and a wide range of housing service providers. The event featured presentations and informational booths from Eastern Los Angeles Regional Center (ELARC), San...
向奉獻與愛心致敬：2025年雙親節慶祝大會 Los Angeles, CA – On a warm spring afternoon, the Joint Chinese University Alumni Association of Southern California (JCUAA-SC) hosted the 2025 Joint Parents’ Day Celebration (2025年雙親節慶祝大會). While this event has long recognized model mothers (模範母親), this year marks a historic moment as it honors model fathers (模範父親) for...
The CPAD OC Chapter celebrated the 2025 Chinese New Year with an amazing event filled with joy, culture, and talent! Both children and parents took the stage, showcasing their skills through music, dance, and performances. The energy and excitement made it a truly special celebration, bringing our community together to...
On 7/20/2020, CPAD distributed over 150 CPAD families and volunteers PPE (Personal protective equipment) donated from SCDD (State Council on Developmental Disabilities.) The PPE consists face masks, hand sanitizer and face shield. CPAD received masks donated from Karen Chen, 世華南加, Dr. Hsiao-Fen Chen, 陳筱芬醫師 and Tommy Lee family. CPAD also donated...
Dear CPAD families and friends, In these past 6 months, we and all our families have had been surprised by the prolonged pandemic. We all have to make adjustments to new challenges and adapt to this new norm of life …. Since the outbreak of COVID-19, CPAD has stopped all...
“Come on Vincent,” I told him. “Come on!” He only went to the bike but stood there and looked back at me. “Well,” I said to myself, “What now?” I looked at Vincent. Nice looking kid. But I do not know how to handle a six-year-old autistic kid. In fact,...