Welcome to
Navigating Needs!
“A Compass for the Disability Community & Their Families”
Here you’ll find:
Family-Centered Coaching
Inclusive Academic Tutoring
Monthly educational webinars
Community-Connected Programs
Are you waiting for services
and need help now?
Do you feel lost after
receiving your child’s diagnosis?
Are you looking for resources,
or a community that truly gets it?
Your personal compass
has led you to the right place.
Navigating Needs is here to journey with you.
created with neurodivergent learners
& their families in mind.
Whether you’re just beginning
or feeling overwhelmed,
you are not alone in this.
You’ve found your navigator to
guide you through the chaos.
Who is
Navigating Needs?
Navigating Needs is a
disability-inclusive education
and support organization
dedicated to
empowering neurodivergent families,
and the communities around them.
We provide
behavior coaching
sensory-informed workshops
and community-based learning
that honors every
learner’s unique path.
Through strength-based strategies
and inclusive programming,
we help individuals thrive
in school, at home, and in life.
Our mission is to promote accessibility,
celebrate neurodiversity,
and guide families
in navigating developmental needs
with confidence and care.
Click to explore the meaning behind the logo!
The 2026 season at Navigating Needs
is packed with inclusive,
sensory-friendly programs
designed to meet neurodivergent learners
and their families right where they are.
Whether your child is building
foundational skills or looking for
connection in a supportive space,
this year’s offerings are thoughtfully crafted
to nurture confidence, spark curiosity,
and build meaningful community.
Monthly Webinar Workshops
What to Expect
Real-life strategies you can use right away
A welcoming, judgment-free space
45 minutes of practical support
+ Live Q&A with Miss Shine
Lead Behavior Support Strategist
& Founder of Navigating Needs
🎙️ Upcoming Workshop Coming Soon!
The Core Explorers
A community-based
sensory-enriched
group tutoring experience
that brings learning to life
through movement, exploration,
and community engagement.
Group A-Tuesdays
Group B- Wednesdays
Private Family Coaching Session
with Miss Shine
At Navigating Needs, we believe that
Behavior is Communication,
and learning thrives when
Everyone feels Safe, Seen, and Supported.
Miss Shine’s private support sessions provide personalized guidance grounded in real-life solutions, sensory awareness, and a compassionate understanding of family dynamics, especially for families feeling overwhelmed
or lost in disability systems.
Progress happens best when
everyone feels safe, seen, and supported.
We will discuss practical strategies that help the whole village move forward with more confidence so everyone
can thrive at school, at home, and in everyday life.
Miss Shine is here to support you
with over 20 years of experience.
Tucson’s
Foothills Community Market
Come say hello!
Navigating Needs is part of the Foothills Community Market each week,
joining a wonderful lineup of local vendors.
Stop by the pop-up tent to find
sensory tools, learning and safety support.
Come explore a welcoming space to start a conversation
and connect with a growing, supportive community.
Check the schedule below to see if Miss Shine
will be on-site or off-site.
If you’re in or around the Tucson area,
let’s explore, grow, and support each other together!
Navigating Needs
Market Schedule
THE MARKET IS OPERATING ON SUMMER HOURS
SATURDAYS ONLY 8AM-12PM
June 2026
Saturday, June 6 – At Market
Saturday, June 13 – Not at Market
Saturday, June 20– At Market
Saturday, June 27– At Market
july 2026
Saturday, July 4 – Market Closed (Happy 4th)
Saturday, July 11 – Check back for update
Saturday, July 18 – At Market
Sunday, July 25– At Market
AUGUST 2026
Saturday, August 1 – At Market
Saturday, August 8 – At Market
Saturday, August 15 – Not a Market
Saturday, August 22 – At Market
Saturday, August 29 – At Market
Location: 7325 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85741
Summer Operating Hours:
8:00am – 12:00pm Saturdays!