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 families
and their learners 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.
The Core Explorers
A community-based
sensory-enriched
group tutoring experience
that brings learning to life
through movement, exploration,
and community engagement.
4 Curriculum Levels to choose from:
Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade,
and the specialized group for ages 12-22.
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 for neurodivergent families. 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
The Foothills Community Market
has been the home-base for Navigating Needs Pop-Up Shop.
Here you’ll find Miss Shine on-site with community programs,
sensory tools, learning support,
advocacy items and family resources.
Bring your family and friends on by for
those needs at the market!
You can also enjoy great food, delicious coffee and many
unique crafts and services from the local vendors.
Navigating Needs
Market Schedule
September 2026
Saturday, September 5 – Market Closed due to Holiday
Saturday, September 12 – Not at Market
Saturday, September 19– At Market
Saturday, September 26– At Market
Location: 7325 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85741
Summer Operating Hours:
8:00am – 12:00pm Saturdays!
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