December 12, 2025 Client Advisory Committee Flyer
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Client Advisory Committee December 12th on Zoom!
November 24, 2025 by
Early Childhood & Transitions Resource-Department of Developmental Services
March 13, 2025 by
There’s a new time-saver for families! Find essential Early Childhood and Transition resources now in one place: dds.ca.gov/childhood. The Department of Developmental Services has centralized location and contact information for regional centers, Family Resource Centers, childcare centers, school districts, Head Start programs, and Family Empowerment Centers to simplify the process of connecting you with the support you are looking for.
Home & Community-Based Services (HCBS) Final Rule
August 16, 2024 by
March 17, 2023 was the day the Home & Community-Based Services (HCBS) Final Rule took effect. HCBS are types of person-centered care delivered in the home and community. HCBS are often designed to enable people to stay in their homes, rather than moving to a facility for care. To celebrate the Final Rule and rights defined for individuals who receive services, we are excited to share this 10-part animation series to support understanding of the HCBS Final Rule (link below). A big thank you to Tri-Counties Regional Center who envisioned this project, with the support of all 21 regional centers. Please visit the following link to access the series: https://bit.ly/hcbsday
Self-Determination Program
June 13, 2024 by
The Self-Determination Program in California is exciting because it provides individuals and families receiving Regional Center services the opportunity to spend their budget in alternate ways, including services not available through the traditional service delivery system, with providers who may not be “vendored,” or have a contract with the Regional Center, and in the amounts they choose.
If you are interested in learning more about Self-Determination, or have any questions or concerns, we invite you to be part of our community! You can:
1) Request your Service Coordinator refer you for free Self-Determination coaching services available through Education Spectrum, courtesy of funding through NBRC’s Local Advisory Committee (SDAC). You can also self-refer here.
2) Contact NBRC’s bilingual Self-Determination team at sdp@nbrc.net
3) Attend an online orientation, which is required before transitioning to the program. These orientations are available at https://scdd.ca.gov/sdp-orientation/ in multiple languages.
5) Attend the bi-monthly Self-Determination Advisory Committee.
6) Visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/CA.SDP.Forum to join a Statewide Self-Determination Program Forum hosted by the State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD).
7) Visit https://www.thecasdpnetwork.org to find providers.
Social Recreational Services are Back!
June 12, 2024 by
We are excited to announce that Social Recreational services for regional center participants have been restored!
Servicios Sociales Recreationales estan de regreso!
Nagbalik na ang mga Serbisyong Panlipunan at Panlibangan (Social Recreational Services)!
Social recreational activities are community-based events and programs that promote socialization, inclusion, and personal development for individuals with developmental disabilities. These activities may include sports, arts & crafts, camping services, and non-medical therapies such as music & dance. The goal is to enhance social skills, build relationships, and encourage independence while promoting a sense of belonging.
Regional Centers may provide social recreational activity service opportunities to support the well-being and integration of individuals with developmental disabilities into their communities. Following the restoration of funding for social recreation services, Regional Centers have been able to expand access to these programs, ensuring that individuals and families receive the support they need to thrive socially!
NBRC staff trainings were held on the following dates and the curriculum is available:
- February 25, 2025
- February 27, 2025
- February 28, 2025
- Social Recreational Activities Overview 2025
NBRC shall consider creative means to fund for social recreational activities. Talk with your Service Coordinator about activities in your community that interest you.
Please respond to DDS Surveyors-Deadline Extended from June 30th to July 31st
June 12, 2024 by
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) has surveyors calling clients and/or their family members and are inquiring about their satisfaction of regional center services. This is a safe survey that will help us increase the quality of our services provided and will let us know where we can improve. We thank you in advance for your participation!
Need to Contact Us?
June 11, 2024 by
Need to Contact Us?
We have set up a designated email address that is being monitored by our receptionist in both offices. Please email:
Your inquiry will be routed to the appropriate individual for assistance.
Please refer to our following office phone numbers for the three counties we serve:
Napa/Solano County Office
Telephone (707) 256-1100
Sonoma County Office
Telephone (707) 569-2000
Additionally, our after hours service is available at (800) 884-1594.
