YouthWell

FamilyTools+ Parent Support Group — Free Weekly Drop-In (Hybrid)
2026-05-14 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Wake Center, SBCC, 300 N. Turnpike, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111, United States
FamilyTools+ Parent Support Group Free weekly drop-in for neurodivergent parent support in Santa Barbara
For parents and caregivers of children ages 5–18 with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, Tourette syndrome, or other neurodivergent profiles in Santa Barbara County.
Parenting a uniquely-wired kid is rewarding and genuinely hard. FamilyTools+ is a free neurodivergent parent support group in Santa Barbara where caregivers come together weekly to share real strategies, get support, and actually breathe for 90 minutes.
Each session addresses the day-to-day realities of raising neurodivergent youth: emotional regulation at home, time management, building productive relationships with teachers and schools, and ensuring your own well-being doesn’t get lost in the shuffle.
No curriculum, no commitment, just an honest, welcoming space with other parents who get it.
Every Thursday | 12:00–1:30 PM In-Person: SBCC Wake Center, 300 N. Turnpike, Room 15 — Santa Barbara Virtual: Zoom link provided after you register Free to attend
Register and find up-to-date details on our [Support Groups page →]
Questions? Email groups@youthwell.org or call 805.770.1930 ext. 103
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About Your Facilitator
Kara Rocque is a California credentialed teacher, ADHD+ and executive function coach, and mom of three teens. After seven years teaching in Goleta, her own children’s experiences reshaped her focus, leading her to specialize in supporting neurodivergent learners and their families.
A few terms worth knowing: ADHD+ ADHD rarely travels alone; anxiety, learning challenges, and OCD often come with it. EF (Executive Functions) life skills like planning, time management, and emotional regulation. 2e (Twice Exceptional) gifted with challenges.
Kara helps students and families find connection, routines, and communication strategies that actually work. You aren’t alone in your ADHD+ journey.
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Stronger Together: Parent, Provider & Education Series
Free virtual workshops for parents, providers, and educators focused on neurodiversity-affirming tools and practices for home and classroom. Designed for anyone supporting neurodivergent youth ages 5–25.
Spanish interpretation available · $5 suggested fee · Zoom link provided after registration
[Register for Stronger Together →] · Questions? groups@youthwell.org or 805.770.1239
