We made history last week with our biggest event turnout yet of over 500 participants at our Summer Resource Fair! Thank you to our clients & families, service providers, community partners, and staff for a most fun and festive day. Scan the QR Code for pictures and share your thoughts with us by visiting the following link: https://bit.ly/2024youbelong:
We are excited to announce an important initiative aimed at supporting families of children with disabilities, especially those requiring constant care and supervision with challenging behaviors. The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) recognizes the complex needs of these children and the significant impact on their parents.
To better support these families, we have partnered with DDS to form Family Focus Groups. The goal of these groups is to gather input from families regarding their service experiences, including barriers in accessing services, and to identify additional services that may be needed to meet their child’s needs. Families selected to participate will receive a stipend.
Ideally, we would like to hear from families who:
Families selected to participate will be culturally diverse, inclusive, and reflective of the local regional center community.
Families interested in sharing their experiences and ideas about unmet service needs will need to complete an interest form/application available in eight different languages by August 9, 2024.
Family Focus Group – Interest Forms:
Please direct any questions regarding the interest form or submissions to SafetyNet@dds.ca.gov.
We thank you for your consideration!
Exciting News! The Department of Developmental Services is now accepting applications for grant funds for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025!
This is your chance for Community-based organizations to secure funding aimed at reducing disparities and enhancing the developmental services system. Let’s work together to achieve better outcomes for our diverse communities!
Apply now at https://bit.ly/caddsgrant and make a difference!
Our offices will be closed on Thursday July 4th in observance of the Fourth of July. We will reopen on Friday July 5th. Our after-hours service remains available for non-medical emergencies at 1-800-884-1594. Have a fabulous 4th!
Wednesday is expected to be the hottest day of the week around the Bay Area, with temperatures ranging from 15 to 25 degrees above normal. Remember to check on vulnerable people including the individuals we serve and ensure they are all safe! #HeatWave #StaySafeOutdoors #SummerSafety
Our offices will be closed on Wednesday June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. We will reopen on Thursday June 20th. Our after-hours service remains available for non-medical emergencies at 1-800-884-1594. Happy Juneteenth, in celebration of freedom and resilience!
The Association of Regional Center Agencies (ARCA) represents the autonomous regional centers objective to support and advance the intent and mandate of the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act. To learn about important legislative updates and current initiatives.
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