Local Events & Community Calls
Families and friends of the NODCC host local gatherings and fundraisers to connect those living with a disorder of the corpus callosum and support the organization. If you have a local gathering to include in the calendar or would like to host an event,
please contact Barb Fonseca at [email protected].
Upcoming Community Calls:
Full session descriptions and registration links for each call are included below.
Register for the upcoming calls and watch for details on more sessions coming soon!
*All virtual and local event times are listed in Pacific Standard Time (PST)*
- January 17, 2026
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Teen Talk: Connecting Teens Living with DCC
January 17, 2026 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Facilitator: Jasmin M. Turner, MA in Clinical Psychology, NODCC Board Member 2024-2027 and Alexa Smith, Adult with a DCC
Are you a teen living with DCC? This interactive meeting is designed for you! We'll explore topics that matter to teens, such as school, friendships, and self-expression, in the context of DCC. Join to connect with your peers who understand what it's like to live with DCC. Don't miss this chance to be a part of an empowering community dedicated to making the teenage years with DCC a positive and fulfilling experience.
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/UDruTMnORL2fybvoCAJQzA
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- January 20, 2026
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Living Fully Alive: Building Clarity, Motivation, and Habits That Move You Forward
January 20, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Presenter: Danyelle Peiffer
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/buyGc8b0RyuVMtVmFU3pcg
In this encouraging webinar, Danyelle Peiffer introduces the Fully Alive Framework, a simple personal growth approach designed to help build clarity, motivation, and sustainable habits. While this session is specifically offered for adults with DCC, as well as parents and loved ones of individuals with DCC, the tools shared are applicable to anyone who wants to move forward with intention, confidence, and hope—especially at the start of a new year.
Speaker Bio: Danyelle Peiffer is a wife, mom, and wellness-focused entrepreneur who is passionate about helping people gain clarity, build motivation, and create habits that support a healthier, more intentional life. As an Independent Consultant with Arbonne, she supports individuals and families in building sustainable wellness routines and forward momentum. Through her Fully Alive Framework, Danyelle shares practical, encouragement-based tools that help people move from feeling stuck to taking meaningful steps forward—one day at a time.
*This seminar will be recorded and published on the NODCC YouTube channel. If you do not wish for your image to appear in the recording, please keep your camera turned off during the session.*
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- January 24, 2026
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Grandparents’ Wisdom: Navigating the DCC Journey
January 24, 2026 8:30 am - 9:30 am
Facilitator: Kathe Gee, NODCC Board Member 2025-2028
8:30 am PST / 9:30 am MST / 10:30 am CST / 11:30 am EST
Grandparents play an invaluable role in the lives of individuals with Disorders of the Corpus Callosum (DCC). This webinar is designed to provide grandparents with a deeper understanding of DCC, offer insights into supporting their grandchildren, and foster a sense of community among fellow grandparents facing similar experiences.Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VaVG9TvWQHaLO-oyeCgqwA
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- January 28, 2026
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Adults Connect: Living with DCC
January 28, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Facilitator: Jasmin M. Turner, MA in Clinical Psychology, NODCC Board Member 2024-2027
5:00 pm PST / 6:00 pm MST / 7:00 pm CST / 8:00 pm EST
Join us for a special call tailored to adults living with DCC. This gathering is a safe space for individuals to share experiences, find support, and explore strategies for thriving in a world that may not always understand the challenges and strengths that come with DCC. Together, we will celebrate our unique journeys, resilience, and the power of community.Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/gJ_w4gFARgi2ovcpqQtnTA
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Local Gatherings & Fundraisers
Families and friends of the NODCC host local gatherings and fundraisers to bring together those living with a disorder of the corpus callosum and support our community. These events are a great way to meet others in your area, share experiences, and build connections.
While the NODCC helps support and promote these gatherings, they are planned and coordinated by local families. If you’re hosting an event or would like to organize one in your area, we’d love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] to get started.
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- NODCC Region 3 – DE, MD, District of Columbia, VA, WV, PA
- NODCC Region 4 – AL, GA, KY, SC, FL, NC, TN, MS
- NODCC Region 5 – WI, OH, MN, IL, IN, MI
- NODCC Region 6 – AR, LA, NM, OK, TX
- NODCC Region 7 – IA, KS, MO, NE
- NODCC Region 8 – CO, MT, ND, SD, UT, WY
Prior NODCC Conference Recordings
Past Conferences
The Disorders of the Corpus Callosum (DCC) Conference was held yearly until 2010. The international event is now held every other year and rotates around to various regions of the country.
The NODCC extends our sincere thanks and gratitude to the families who organized family gatherings in their local areas from which the NODCC Conferences evolved.
2024 Chicago, Illinois
2022 Frisco, Texas
2018 Costa Mesa, California
2016 Chicago, Illinois
2014 Boston, Massachusetts
2012 San Antonio, Texas
2010 Santa Rosa, California
2009 Indianapolis, Indiana
2008 Cherry Hill, New Jersey
2007 Dallas, Texas
2006 Irvine California
2005 Greenville, South Carolina
2004 Madison, Wisconsin
2003 Tulsa, Oklahoma
2002 Twin Cities, Minnesota
2001 Yorba Linda, California
2000 Ashley, Ohio
1999 Hebron, Connecticut