Resources & Trainings

Parenting a child with special needs or a disability requires having an empowered parent who will seek out information regarding their child’s diagnosis and the services and support that will give their child the best outcomes possible.

Because early intervention and education is key, the Oklahoma Family Network (OFN) provides resources and trainings to help individuals with special health care needs and disabilities, their families, and professionals to connect to services and support in their communities. OFN not only provides training for families but also for those who want to serve in a consultant role to assure services and supports from agencies, hospitals, and other community organizations are being provided in a way that individuals and families prefer.

How we help

Directory

The OFN resource directory lists organizations throughout the state that provide help and support to families dealing with special health care needs. These organizations might offer:

  • Resources and Information
  • Community Resources 
  • Support Groups
  • Social Events

Please visit their websites for the most current information about their programs.

CHATS Community for Hearing Loss Awareness Training and Supports

Resources

The CHATS (Community for Hearing Loss Awareness Training and Supports) resource directory lists organizations that provide help and support during the family's journey. Resource topics include: 

  • Communication Resources
  • Devices
  • Education 
  • Screening
  • Support   

Trainings

OFN trainings are designed to strengthen community and family relationships, as well as foster confidence when sharing lived experiences with others. OFN offer a variety of trainings, including:

  • Supporting Parent Training
  • Care Notebooks
  • Training and Workshops
  • And more

Learn more about each program and view the upcoming training calendar.

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Resources

The Families Fighting Childhood Cancer resource directory lists organizations that provide help and support during the family's cancer journey. Resource topics include: 

  • Awareness 
  • Bereavement 
  • Education 
  • Financial
  • Retreats & Camps
  • Scholarships
  • Support

Guides

Resource guides are developed by organizations that provide community support and assist families and caregivers in finding local health care resources. View the guides to the following area:

  • Statewide Resources
  • North Central
  • Northeast & Tulsa
  • Southeast

Visit the organization's website for the most up-to-date resource guides.

Oklahoma Family Network Genetics

Resources

The Oklahoma Family Network Genetics resource directory lists organizations that provide help and support during the family's genetic journey. Resource topics include:                                    

  • Genetic Services 
  • Education 
  • Patient Resources 
  • Provider Resources
  • Telegentics
  • Find a Clinic Near You