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The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ensures students with disabilities receive appropriate educational services. Learn about your child's rights and how to advocate for their educational needs.

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En español | In Spanish

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The federal regulations for IDEA 2004 include a section (Subpart E) called Procedural Safeguards . These safeguards are designed to protect the rights of parents and their child with a disability and, at the same time, give families and school systems several mechanisms by which to resolve their disputes.

The most notable procedural safeguards include those listed below. To learn more about any of these, click on the text in red, and you'll go to a separate page describing that procedural safeguard.

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These are not the only procedural safeguards under IDEA, but they are the most relevant to the majority of parents. Therefore, in this series of pages on IDEA's procedural safeguards, we will explore only eight ...the ones mentioned above. Use the links above (the text in red) to read more about each one of these safeguards.

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How to Apply for Regional Center Services?

An individual is eligible for regional center services if he or she has a developmental disability as defined in the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act (Welfare and Institutions Code 4512(a).

If you live in Alameda or Contra Costa Counties, you can apply for regional center services by phone or by written request.

The intake process for infants and toddlers birth to age 36 months begins by calling the Early Start Intake line at (510) 618-6195 or earlystartreferrals@nullrceb.org

Anyone over age 3 and is suspected of having a developmental disability may apply for services by contacting our Intake Coordinator at (510) 618-6122 or intakeoverthree@nullrceb.org.

What Is a Developmental Disability?

A developmental disability is defined in the State of California (WIC 4512(a)) as a disability that occurs before the age of 18, is substantially disabling for an individual, and is expected to continue indefinitely.

Developmental disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and autism. Also included are disabling conditions closely related to intellectual disability or requiring similar treatment.

Eligibility determinations are made by a team of regional center professionals such as a physician, nurse, psychologist, physical therapist, speech therapist, behavior analyst, and assessment counselor.

You are notified of your eligibility by letter within 10 days after the determination is made. Any applicant who is not eligible for ongoing regional center services will be informed of his/her appeal rights and the fair hearing process, and will also be referred to other appropriate resources.

Provisional Eligibility

Welfare and Institutions Code section 4512 was amended in July 2021.

Expands eligibility for Lanterman Act Services by allowing children who are three or four years of age to be provisionally eligible for regional center services under the following conditions:

The disability is not solely physical in nature and the child has significant functional limitations in at least two of the following areas of major life activity: Self-care, receptive and expressive language, learning, mobility, self-direction as determined by regional center and as appropriate to the age of the child.

The child is not required to have one of the developmental disabilities listed in W&I section 4512 (a)(1)

What Does the Intake and Assessment Process Look Like?

You will be directed to the Intake Coordinator who will conduct a basic screening to determine if further assessment and diagnostic services are appropriate. Persons with developmental disabilities may apply for services directly or be referred by others.

Intake is the process in which information is gathered to determine eligibility for regional center services. An Assessment Counselor will schedule an initial intake appointment that will be held within 15 working days following your request for assistance. This appointment, which takes place in your home or at the regional center, is a time for you and your family to be given a complete overview of the regional center and its services.

The Assessment Counselor will arrange for any necessary assessments to determine eligibility. For infants and toddlers between birth and age three, assessments regarding eligibility are performed within 45 days following the initial intake appointment. For individuals three years of age and older, assessments are performed within 120 days following the initial intake appointment. Assessments may include psychological, medical, or developmental evaluations and others if necessary.

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Am I Eligible? - Regional Center of the East Bay

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An individual is eligible for regional center services if he or she has a developmental disability as defined in the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act (Welfare and Institutions Code 4512(a). If you live in Alameda or Contra Costa Counties, you can apply for regional center services by phone or by written request.

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Our Parenting Stress Helpline provides free and confidential counseling, information and referrals to anyone in need of parenting support. You have access to caring helpline counselors for anonymous calls at any time, or schedule regular call backs to support you with your parenting or family concerns. We also can refer you to Family Paths' services and 900+ Alameda County resources.

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If your family is facing homelessness or housing instability, contact the National Housing Resource Center. They can connect you with local housing counselors, emergency shelters, and rental assistance programs. Call 1-800-569-4287 for immediate assistance.

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Head Start promotes school readiness for children under 5 from low-income families. These programs provide education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services. Find your local Head Start program to apply.

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Caregiver Workshop on how to support Youth who are experiencing Suicidal Thoughts

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This will be the last food distribution for the 2025–2026 school year. The Family Resource Center will pause distributions over the summer and plans to resume in the fall.

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Member Programs Check out the five types of programs available at no cost to REACH members.
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The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income families purchase healthy food. Most states now offer online applications. Benefits are loaded monthly onto an EBT card. Contact your local Department of Social Services to apply.

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Each month, SNAP benefits are added to an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card to use when you shop for food.

To be eligible for SNAP benefits, you must meet your state's requirements, including income limits. States can also take other resources into account, like the money you have in your bank, to decide if you qualify for SNAP.

To apply for SNAP, contact your state or local SNAP office. Depending on your state, you may be able to apply online, in person, by mail, or by fax. You may need to be interviewed before being approved for SNAP benefits.
Find your state SNAP office
Check your SNAP balance

Every state issues SNAP benefits on an EBT card. To check how much money is left on your EBT card:

Check your receipt from the store where you made a purchase using your SNAP benefits. Many stores will print your balance on your receipts.

Find out if your state offers a mobile app you can use to manage your benefits. Many allow you to check your balance.

Contact your state's SNAP office.

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Known previously as "food stamps," the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can help you pay for food if you have a low income.

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The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps families with energy costs. Contact your state's LIHEAP office to learn about heating and cooling assistance, crisis assistance, and weatherization services.

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The Georgia Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally funded program that helps low-income Georgians with home energy bills to reduce the risk of health and safety issues that occur as a result of disconnection.

Qualified individuals may be able to receive energy bill payment assistance, energy crisis assistance, weatherization and energy-related minor home repairs. Applications are offered first to homebound individuals, individuals age 65 and over and those with life-threatening circumstances. For more information, call 404-657-3426 or visit dfcs.ga.gov/services/low-income-home-energy-assistance-program-liheap.

Georgia LIHEAP response to COVID-19 pandemic
Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, $900 million of supplemental LIHEAP funding will be distributed nationwide to help "prevent, prepare for, or respond to" home energy needs during the coronavirus pandemic. Georgia received more than $44 million of federal funding for LIHEAP CARES. The LIHEAP CARES Program began on July 1, 2020 in Georgia.

By the Numbers | LIHEAP

193,528 households received assistance from the LIHEAP program in SFY 2020

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Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provide free or low-cost health coverage for eligible families. These programs cover essential medical services, including check-ups, immunizations, and emergency care.

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Every family member's mental health matters. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) offers free support groups, education programs, and a helpline (1-800-950-NAMI). Don't hesitate to reach out for help.

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NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard […]

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SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-4357) provides 24/7 free, confidential treatment referral and information for families dealing with substance use disorders. They can connect you with local treatment facilities and support groups.

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National Helpline for Mental Health, Drug, Alcohol Issues

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Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) offers evidence-based strategies to strengthen families and prevent behavioral problems. Many communities offer free workshops and individual consultations.

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The Triple P - Positive Parenting Program is one of the most effective evidence-based parenting programs in the world, backed up by more than 35 years of ongoing research. Triple P gives parents simple and practical strategies to help them build strong, healthy relationships, confidently manage their children's behavior and prevent problems developing. Triple P is used in more 30 countries and has been shown to work across cultures, socio-economic groups and in many different kinds of family structures.

This website is for practitioners, agencies, jurisdictions and governments. If you are a parent, please go to Triple P's parent website.

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Triple P Positive Parenting Program, for practitioners, professionals, government and non-government organisations (NGOs) implementing Triple P in your local area.

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The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-SAFE) provides 24/7 confidential support, crisis intervention, and referrals to local resources. Everyone deserves to feel safe at home.

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Legal Services Corporation helps low-income Americans with civil legal matters including family law, housing issues, and public benefits. Find free or low-cost legal assistance in your area.

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LSC - Legal Services Corporation: America's Partner for Equal Justice

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Parenting stress Support Hotline

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Parenting Stress Helpline

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Our Parenting Stress Helpline provides free and confidential counseling, information and referrals to anyone in need of parenting support. You have access to caring helpline counselors for anonymous calls at any time, or schedule regular call backs to support you with your parenting or family concerns. We also can refer you to Family Paths' services and 900+ Alameda County resources.

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Financial Aid Guide for California Foster Youth in English and Spanish - This comprehensive guide begins with an explanation of different types of financial aid available, includes helpful tips to completing the FAFSA/CADAA, key steps on what to do after the FAFSA/CADAA to ensure maximum aid awards, and explains how to keep getting financial aid.

FAFSA and CADAA Visual Step by Step Guides for California Foster Youth in English and Spanish - These guides are intended to complement the Financial Aid Guide for California Foster Youth with screenshots of the actual FAFSA and California Dream Act Application (CADAA) applications and detailed instructions.

Guide to Completing the Spanish CADAA Paper Application - Spanish-speaking students who prefer to complete the CADAA application in their native language must complete the paper version of the CADAA application. This document provides step by step review of Spanish paper application, including key steps on what to do after completing the CADAA, and resources available to support students in their transition to postsecondary.

Scholarship Resources for California's Current and Former Foster Youth - This document provides students with key tips on applying for scholarships as well as a list of private scholarship opportunities, including some just for students with experience in the foster care system.

After the FAFSA/CADAA Checklist in English and Spanish - Submitting the FAFSA or CADAA is just the first step in securing the best financial aid package. This checklist outlines the other critical steps to ensure that students receive their financial aid as well as helpful resources if students need assistance.

IRS Verification of Non-Filing Letter - This document reviews steps on how to obtain an IRS Verification of Non-Filing Letter for people who do not file taxes to verify their non-filing status to a college or university.

Student Spotlights: Learn more about completing the FAFSA, the types of aid available, and the steps to maintaining financial aid from a student's perspective.

Guide to Dependency Overrides: This document from Youth Law Center provides an overview of how a student who does not otherwise qualify as independent but who has "unusual circumstances" that prevents the student from providing parental information can request to be considered independent.

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Alameda County Family Justice Center – Providing resources & supportive services to victims in need

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The Medi‑Cal Dental Program provides free or low‑cost dental services to children and adults who receive Medi‑Cal, California’s Medicaid program. Find a Medi-Cal dentist »
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Bullying is repeated aggressive behavior that can present in the form of threats, physical assault, and intimidation that is intentional and involves a difference in power and/or strength.

Bullying is a common experience for many children and adolescents.

Bullying behavior can be physical, verbal, or electronic. Boys tend to use physical intimidation or threats, regardless of the gender of their victims. Bullying by girls is more often verbal, usually with another girl as the target. Bullying has even been reported in online chat rooms, through e-mail and on social networking sites.

Children who are bullied experience real suffering that can interfere with their social and emotional development, as well as their school performance. Some victims of bullying have even attempted suicide rather than continue to endure such harassment and punishment.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is bullying?

Bullying involves the repeated exposure of one person to physical and/or relational aggression where the victim is hurt with teasing, name calling, mockery, threats, harassment, taunting, social exclusion or rumors.

Bullying can take many forms and occurs across the lifespan. It can occur in multiple settings including schools, "after school" programs, in the neighborhood, over the internet and cellular phones, at home between siblings, dating relationships, at summer camps and in organized athletic activities. Cyberbullying has added a new dimension to bullying because of the 24 hour access by way of social networks and texting.

Bullying is a common problem. In a large scale study of schools, reports of bullying range from 1 in 4 students report feeling excluded by peers and 1 in 10 students report being a victim of physical bullying.

All involved in bullying, including victims, bullies and bystanders, are at increased risk for mental health problems.

Why is bullying such an important problem?

Bullying has far reaching effects on the victim, the bully, and the bystander.

Victims of bullying are at increased risk for depression, anxiety, health complaints, eating disorders, school absenteeism, running away, alcohol and drug abuse and self-injury, accidental injuries, poor school performance, and suicidal behaviors. They are also at risk for becoming a bully.

Bystanders are likely to feel guilt regarding inaction and may fear that their environment is unsafe. They may feel powerless or may be drawn to participate in bullying. Bystanders are at increased risk for developing depression and anxiety problems, abuse drugs and alcohol, and miss school.

Bullies are at increased risk for getting into fights and committing crimes. They are more likely to abuse alcohol and drugs as a youth and to drop out from school. As an adult, those who have bullied are at increased risk to have criminal convictions and being abusive toward their romantic partners and children.

Who gets bullied?

Any child regardless of age or gender has the potential to be bullied. However, certain populations are more vulnerable due to disability, sexual orientation, physical appearance, and numerous other factors including race, gender, income and religion.

What are some warning signs that a child is being bullied?

Be observant for:

Missing personal items

Physical complaints hoping to stay home from school

Changes in eating and sleeping habits

A drop in grades

Unhappiness regarding school or trouble over behavior

Defensive over behavior and attitude

What can I do if my child is being bullied?

Children and teens may not tell adults that they are being bullied because they are embarrassed or frightened. If you suspect your child has been bullied, here are some steps you can take:

Allow your child to discuss what's going on with you or a trusted adult. Listening to his or her concerns is an easy way to provide emotional support.

Seek help from your child's teacher or the school guidance counselor. Most bullying occurs on playgrounds, in lunchrooms, and bathrooms, on school buses or in unsupervised halls. Ask the school administrators to find out about programs other schools and communities have used to help combat bullying, such as peer mediation, conflict resolution, and anger management training, and increased adult supervision.

Don't encourage your child to fight back. Instead, suggest that he or she try walking away to avoid the bully, or that they seek help from a teacher, coach, or other adult.

Help your child practice what to say to the bully so he or she will be prepared the next time.

Help your child practice being assertive. The simple act of insisting that the bully leave him alone may have a surprising effect. Explain to your child that the bully's true goal is to get a response.

Encourage your child to be with friends when traveling back and forth from school, during shopping trips, or on other outings. Bullies are less likely to pick on a child in a group.

Do not encourage your child to "work things out" on their own with a young bully, and avoid contacting the parents of students who have bullied your child. Instead, work with your child's school to ensure protection from bullying through adult supervision, consequences for young people who bully, and the school's clear message that bullying will be taken seriously.

Explore bullying websites with your child online. Your child may be comforted by knowing that they are not alone and find additional ways to cope.

What can I do if my child bullies others?

It is difficult for most parents to learn that their child may be bullying others. However, parents must recognize that children who bully are at risk for more serious behavior problems. Therefore, it is important for them to take immediate action. Here are some suggested approaches:

Talk with your child. Offer a calm explanation of what your child is accused of, and ask for their account of the incident.

Hold the young person fully accountable for their actions. Calmly but firmly tell your child that bullying will not be tolerated, and that their behaviors will be taken seriously.

Develop clear rules and expectations for your child's behavior. Provide fair but consistent consequences if your child breaks the rules, and recognize and affirm appropriate behavior.

Spend more time with your child. Carefully monitor their activities, including where and with whom they spend their time. Supervise their use of social networking sites and texting.

Work with your child's school to ensure that your child is held accountable for his or her bullying behavior. Ask the school to keep you informed about any further incidents.

Build on your child's strengths and positive attributes. Encourage them to become involved in social activities with positive role models.

How can I best work with my child's school to address bullying?

Support your school in evolving their policy regarding bullying. Legislation varies among States, but most States now require a specific anti-bullying policy, and many required (as of 2011) that this include responding to bullying events outside of school (such as cyber-bullying) that affect student interactions during the school day

Adopt a position of "partnering" with your school. Accusing a school of not being responsive, or of allowing bullying, perpetuates conflicts (sometimes perceived by schools as "reverse bullying" by parents of bullied students). Instead, discuss with your school staff what would benefit your child and other students impacted by a bullying event.

What does NOT work:

Putting bullies and victims in the same room to work out their differences in front of school staff is ineffective.

It is absolutely necessary that schools clearly state that bullying won't be tolerated. However "no tolerance" policies ignore the fact that some teasing and unkind behavior to others is part of typical development. No tolerance policies may result in schools over reacting to certain events.

Telling students to report events of bullying to school staff works poorly in middle/high school students.

When teachers and administrators are the bullies. If administrators/teachers intimidate students, or tolerate hazing rituals, it's very difficult to develop an anti-bullying school climate.

Facts for Families

AACAP's Facts for Families provide concise up-to-date information on issues that affect children, teenagers, and their families.

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AACAP Policies:

Research and Training

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Getting Help

Bullying is a complex problem that can involve not only your child, but also the staff and faculty of your child's school. Child & Adolescent Psychiatrists are trained to look out for signs that your child is the victim of bullying. If you are a concerned parent, they can help you take the proper plan of action to make sure your child gets all the support he or she needs to stay resilient and confident. Click here to find out about AACAP's various advocacy efforts.

Click here to find out what is going on in your state around anti-bullying legislation.

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We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

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The 988 Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

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When school is out, Clubs are in! We offer after-school programs at 26 school-based Club in San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Hayward, and Union City where elementary and middle school youth explore their interests in a safe and fun environment led by professional, trained staff.