In-Home Adaptive Cooking Classes that Support Nutritional Independence through California's Self-Determination Program (SDP)

We offer 1-on-1, private cooking lessons tailored to the unique learning styles, goals, and sensory needs of both neurodivergent children and adults. Our adaptive cooking lessons are designed to fulfill person-centered goals for Independent Living Skills, Community Integration, and Individual Training.

We make the billing process completely seamless for your family. Fork & Knife Creations is a registered provider with all major California FMS agencies, and we regularly coordinate with them directly. We will structure your invoices using the exact SDP service codes (such as 334, 331, or 320) required by your regional budget. While families work with their Regional Center or Independent Facilitator to add our services to their spending plan, we handle the rest—submitting invoices directly on your behalf through your FMS vendor portal. 👉 Start Here: Fill out our SDP Cooking Class Interest Form

Service Areas

San Diego including North County, Sacramento Region, Los Angeles including areas of Orange County and San Fernando Valley, San Francisco, SF South Peninsula (limited availability), and SF East Bay

Now serving the Coachella Valley, including La Quinta, Palm Springs, and surrounding desert communities

Coming Soon to Santa Rosa/Sonoma County!

Check Location Availability Before Updating Your Budget
Because our lessons are in-home, instructor availability is determined by your specific area and our current staffing. We strongly recommend confirming your location and schedule with us before adding Fork & Knife Creations to your SDP spending plan. This prevents any administrative delays with your Regional Center or FMS if our roster happens to be full in your area.

👉 Start Here: Fill out our SDP Cooking Class Interest Form

For your peace of mind every Chef Instructor in our culinary network is:

🛡️Background Checked Verified background screenings for all independent partner instructors.

💼Extensively Insured All network chefs carry their own liability insurance for in-home service delivery.

🍳Food Safety Certified Active food handler certifications required across our entire instructor network.

🧑‍🍳6+ Years Culinary Experience Experienced independent chefs with extensive professional kitchen and teaching histories.

Interested in booking or have questions? Submit this brief FORM, and we'll reach out with more information and next steps.

All-Inclusive Pricing

All FKC lesson fees are all-inclusive, covering premium culinary instruction, lesson preparation, and administrative support, including:

• Customized Lesson Prep: Menu/Class Lesson consultations, tailored recipe planning, and shopping lists.

• In-Home Service Delivery: Personalized 1-on-1 instruction within our designated regional service areas.

• FMS Onboarding & Setup: Administrative onboarding for your Financial Management Service (FMS) agency if needed.

• Direct Vendor Invoicing: Direct invoice submittal through your FMS portal using approved SDP service codes.

• SDP Process Guidance: Provision of onboarding instructions and invoice details directly to your designated FMS or IF.

Class options

2-Hour Cooking Lesson with Custom Menu $215

Personalized 1-on-1 hands-on session focusing on foundational kitchen safety, knife skills, and techniques.

3-Hour Cooking Lesson with Custom Menu $325

Extended session emphasizing meal planning, batch preparation, and advanced kitchen pacing. At the family's request and instructor's discretion, a portion of this session can include community-based grocery navigation and ingredient-selection training.

1.5-Hour Lesson with Custom Menu via Zoom $150

This option is ideal for families who live outside our in-home service area or for participants who prefer a virtual learning environment. Participants will cook in real time with their Chef Instructor, in a supportive one-on-one setting.

Note for all classes: While Regional Center funds cover 100% of the instruction and chef's time, please note that state guidelines require families to provide the groceries needed for class instruction. Recipes will be emailed in advance so participants can shop for ingredients prior to class. All classes are conducted in-home and require basic cooking appliances such as an oven/cooktop, refrigerator, and sink. Please make sure your kitchen is clean and ready for instruction prior to your chef instructor’s arrival.

What Our Clients are Saying about Us…

Thank you so much, Mayumi, for sharing your love of nutrition and education. Jay (31 years old, Cerebral Palsy) began the SDP classes in August 2025, and what a tremendous blessing they have been on his cooking journey. For the first time, working with his chef, Jay prepared birthday dinners for his favorite cousin and his sister this year. It was an incredible moment for him to do this independently, without the help of his family. He was so proud—his smile during the celebrations was truly the gift. It’s an experience that words can hardly express for him. Advancing his skills with his chef has allowed Jay to become an active part of the kitchen crew during family celebrations. He is confident in his abilities and contributes as a capable and helpful producer.

We can’t wait to see the growth that 2026 will bring. We absolutely love the nutritious recipe options and are excited to begin meal prepping in 2026. We know it takes a tremendous amount of demanding paperwork to serve individuals with special needs. This program truly feels like it comes from the heart. Mayumi’s passion for nutritious food and her outreach to those who genuinely need access to healthy meals—rather than easy, processed options—is inspiring.

I hope more SDP clients are able to learn about this program. As a mom, thinking about Jay’s life beyond me is always on my mind. Having access to healthy, home-cooked meals would be a blessing on its own—but being able to learn and actively participate in preparing his own meals is an incredible bonus.

Thank you Mayumi, for Fork and Knife Creations! -Julie T.