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Fall Transition Fair

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New Horizons: Serving Individuals with Special Needs

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We provide Employment Services and Youth Pre-Employment Services in Ventura County.

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New Horizons - Serving Individuals with Special Needs - San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles, Ca

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New Horizons is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals with special needs reach their potential and fulfill their dreams.

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Business Hours:

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Email: HealthyHomesVC@ventura.org
Main: 805-981-5228
Fax: 805-981-5099

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A non-profit organization dedicated to empowering people with disabilities by providing integrated employment and community-based services.

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California State University San Marcos: Aspiring Scholars program

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CSUSM

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About

The CSUSM Aspiring Scholars Program is a non-degree, four-year university program for students with intellectual disabilities seeking an inclusive college experience. Students enrolled in this Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) program will learn and grow alongside the CSUSM community and will earn a higher education career studies and skill development certificate.

With the goal of competitive integrated employment, students will participate in the following:
Aspiring Scholars Information Session and Campus Tour

Program Includes

Four-year program for students over the age of 18 who have an intellectual disability and have a desire to gain meaningful competitive integrated employment

At least two academic classes each semester with CSUSM undergraduate students

Individualized pathway of courses created by the student in collaboration with their Person Driven Plan support team

Participation in clubs, groups and other activities on the campus

Trained Peer Mentors to provide support, guidance and mentorship as needed

Internships on campus or in the community

Independent living skills instruction during small group seminars

Academic Information

Program Eligibility

At least 18 years of age and has a documented Intellectual Disability

Completed high school with a diploma or certificate

Has a strong desire to gain employment after completing CSUSM's Aspiring Scholars Program and is striving toward independence

Is comfortable with a dynamic schedule and has intrinsic motivation to participate

Is able to communicate needs effectively (inclusive of communication devices)

Are able to complete daily needs, access your physical environment, and safely function with minimal to no supervision (note: if you have prearranged supports, indicate this on the application)

Are able to communicate needs effectively (inclusive of communication devices)

Have the ability to get along with peers, follow rules, and accept direction

Are able to effectively and appropriately participate and benefit from the program

Application Information

Peer Mentors

Become a peer mentor today to support Aspiring Scholars in academic classes, sporting events, U Hour activities, clubs , and events on our campus .

The support peer mentors can provide is instrumental in the success of CSUSM Aspiring Scholars accessing academic courses and participating in campus life. While being a peer mentor can be immensely beneficial for the Asp i ring Scholar, peer mentors also benefit greatly. Being a peer m entor can positively impact a mentor's communication skills, patience , compassion, flexibility , problem- so lving skills , and ability to create inclusive opportunities for everyone which deepens their understanding of the diverse world in which we live. All of these skills are critical to any future career of CSUSM graduates.

We need you! We are looking for dedicated students to serve as peer mentors for students enrolled in CSUSM's Aspiring Scholars Program.

How to become a peer mentor:

If you are enrolled in a course that requires service-learning, select CSUSM Scholars Peer Mentoring

If you do not need service-learning experience, you may become a mentor for CSUSM Scholars by completing the peer mentor application

Become A Peer Mentor

Contact Information

333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92096

Did you know?

Only 3% of adults with intellectual disabilities make a living wage in the state of California.

After completing a program like Aspiring Scholars, students who participated in an Inclusive Postsecondary Education program completed a a one-year outcome survey* showing:

73% of respondents had a paid job one year after completing the program

92% reported they were happy with their social life

*Annual Report of Cohort 3 TPSID Model Demonstration Projects (2021-2022)
To learn more go to thinkcollege.net.

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The CSUSM Aspiring Scholars Program is a non-degree, four-year university program for students with intellectual disabilities seeking an inclusive college experience. Students enrolled in this Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) program will learn and grow alongside the CSUSM community and will earn a higher education career studies and skill development certificate.

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There are over 300 programs in the United States that offer a non-degree program for students with intellectual disability, located at public and private, 4 year and 2 year colleges and universities, as well as a few located at technical colleges. Program length ranges from one year to four year and some include a 'fifth' year opportunity. The number of students in the programs varies as well. Some programs are focused on a general certificate and others have a more specific career focus certificate. Some provide residential living for students with intellectual disability in the campus dorms, though many offer only commuter opportunities.

Other ways that the programs can vary: some serve students who are over 18 but still in high school for the ages of 18 to 21 (these are called "dual enrollment" or "concurrent enrollment" programs). Others serve students who have left high school. Programs also offer varying degrees of participation in regular college classes with students without disabilities. They may be fully inclusive, meaning that all academics, social events, and independent living support happens with students without disabilities. Other programs offer a more separate experience, where students may be on a college campus, but participate in some or most classes and experiences only with other students with intellectual disability.

At this time, the most common approach is a mix of both separate and inclusive experiences. In our College Search listing, we ask programs to estimate how much time is spent with students without disabilities so that you can get some idea of type of experience that program is offering.

Many of these non-degree programs offer an individualized approach by supporting each student to select courses most closely related to their specific career goals. There are a growing number of programs that offer workforce credentials, but the majority are offering a general certificate that can be tailored to the student's goals. Check in with the program director and ask for a handbook, program curriculum, or program of study to see the details for programs you are interested in.

Start by reviewing program details in College Search. You can save a list of favorites that are the type of campus you like, in the parts of the country you are interested in and use a downloadable list to compare them to one another.

Once you have a list of solid possibilities, visit the programs' websites for more details. You may want to contact the program to ask questions or to schedule a campus visit. Many programs offer online and in-person Open Houses that can be a great way to learn more.

You can use our How To Guide on Conducting a College Search and/or the Self-Advocates Guide to Selecting a College to help decide what questions to ask when you talk to the program staff and review information on their websites.

This can all be a little (or a lot!) overwhelming. Feel free to contact us at ThinkCollegeTA@gmail.com if you need more information or help deciding on the best fit.

The admission process for these non-degree programs will be different than that of degree-seeking students.

Students DON'T NEED a standard high school diploma. An IEP diploma, certificate of attendance or other alternative diplomas are accepted for admission into college programs for students with intellectual disability. There are also some programs that support students while they are still in high school. Also, standardlzed test scores such as from ACT or SAT will not be required.

What the student WILL need is documentation of intellectual disability, and information that describes their strengths and their support needs. Some sort of documentation is required because there is a different admission process for students with intellectual disability, as well as special access to federal financial aid.

Other than these important considerations, there will be a variety of other requirements that can differ from program to program. Some typical requirements include a desire to go to college and to work after college, as well as some basic skills like ability to spend some time alone, manage their own medication, and use a cell phone. Also common is to see an age range of 18-26, but not all programs have an upper age limit.

The expectation of inclusive postsecondary education for students with intellectual disability was clearly identified in the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) of 2008 when it stated that students with intellectual disability must enroll in and/or participate in regular college courses with their non-disabled peers. The most inclusive programs offer students opportunities to take college courses from the course catalog, and they offer support to the students to participate in those classes. Students may participate in these classes as an audit student, or they may take them for credit.

The level of participation in the assignments and readings will depend upon whether the student is taking courses for credit or audit. Students taking the course for credit, are responsible for all required assignments and tests with only accommodations (no change to the course content or learning expectations), to pass the course. Those students who audit the course may receive modifications to the amount of content they are expected to learn and may have reductions in the amount and types of assignments and tests for which they are responsible.

This is a really important question to ask when you're looking at a program: How many of the college courses are actually available for the students to take?

When students participate in college courses, they often do that through an audit status. This means that college credits are not awarded. Students who are auditing a class can participate in all class activities, including taking tests or writing papers, to the best of their ability and with supports. Typically, the audited course has a procedure for grading and counts towards earning the credential that the program offers.
If the student does take the course for college credit, then they must meet the same standards as everyone else in the class. This includes papers, tests, and all other course requirements. All students are eligible for what is known as "reasonable accommodations" that do not modify course assignments. For example, a student with intellectual disability might ask for extended time to take a test, or to use assistive technology to help them write a paper.

When exploring colleges, a good question to ask the program directors is, "Will my student take their college courses for credit or audit and how will they be graded?

A student's reading level isn't the most important concern as they prepare for college, but rather their knowledge of and ability to use their compensatory strategies and electronic devices. Though any student's compensatory strategies would include digital and internet accessible devices, they would also include decision-and choice-making skills, and the ability to schedule activities, homework, and events, follow their schedule, and advocate for their support needs.

Device savvy: Students should be using their phones, tablets, and computers in school to read their text aloud, summarize sections, find their assignments, record homework, take notes, create homework schedules, keep track of schedules and connect with teachers and other students for homework or study help. Students should also be able to create Word and PowerPoint documents, file them in their computer, and find the documents when needed to study from or turn in.

Decision-making: The most noticeable difference is that college students are expected to manage their own learning and make choices and decisions more independently than in high school. Students should be developing these skills in high school: organizational skills for homework and studying, personal routines and schedules to carve out homework and study times, and strategies for keeping track of time and being on time.

Scheduling and keeping to a schedule are crucial skills for college students. No one else is going to wake them in the morning to get to class or turn in their homework on time. They will have to make choices when there are conflicting activities on the schedule and be able to modify their choices.

Self-advocacy is another skill students can and should be utilizing in high school. Students need to be able to recognize when they need help and who to ask. It is up to the student to email their professor and schedule office hours if they don't understand something or know when an assignment is due.

Many programs offer residential opportunities. You can find them in Think College Search using the search term "housing." Sometimes those residential options are in dormitories and on-campus apartments. Some programs offer off-campus housing. It's not directly affiliated with the college, but it's very close to campus.

Many more programs for students with intellectual disability are attended by those students who live at home and commute to school than those who live on or near campus. About 1/3 of the programs across the country have a residential option for students with intellectual disability. Some programs require students to live on campus and some allow students to choose to be a commuter or residential student.

Residential programs vary in terms of the levels and types of supports provided in campus housing. Some have a resident assistant (RA), the same support available to any residential student. Some programs provide an additional support person through the program, though often for limited hours. Few programs provide support to wake the student up in the morning to go to class or tell them when to turn the game or show off and go to bed. Those responsibilities generally belong to the student.

This is another area of questioning you will want to direct to the program director at each college you are exploring. "What type of 'housing' support is available to the students? How will they know who is supporting them? How will they contact them? Is there after-hours support?"

This is something that's so important in the life of any college student, and where much of our learning and growing takes place. Most, if not all, college programs will support many opportunities for students with intellectual disability to participate in those kinds of activities. There is a focus on supporting students to join clubs, use the gym, hang out in the student union, attend athletic events, and so on.

Every program puts in place supports and strategies in the event a student needs help. Many programs begin each semester orienting students to the location of their new courses, the clinic, and 'help phone' boxes on campus. Some begin the semester with peers who walk the students with intellectual disability to class for the first week or two. Many programs use a social media app like 'group me' to stay in touch with their students.

It is a good idea to plan ahead and check out the campus when you visit, prior to enrolling in the program, and look for strategically placed emergency phones on campus and ask about whether the institution has campus police.

Ultimately, it is up to the student to identify when they are in a situation that they need help and then how to access that help.

As with many students who find themselves going away to college and now "free" from their parents, there are lessons to be learned about their structured and unstructured time, about staying up too late when a required early event or class is scheduled the next day.

Program staff will support students with ID to identify their interests and find an organization, club, or event that, if joined, would begin to structure some free time. Some programs require students to join a club and attend a certain number of activities as well as attend required tutoring, career services workshops, and volunteer or work a specified number of hours. However, there is always some unstructured free time when attending college and learning how to explore and engage in activities of interest is a crucial skill to learn.

Essentially, each student is responsible to explore opportunities on the campus and to make choices in how to spend his or her own time when not in class. There are generally a few popular places students gather to do homework, like the student union or library. They may hang out with friends at the campus cafe, play video games, visit the campus gym or recreation center and join an exercise or nutrition class, go to a convenience store, or go to their room and take a nap.

Support for college varies tremendously by state, but there are state, local, and federal options to be explored. The Paying for College section on the Think College website includes a number of resources and links to explore.

A TPSID is a federally funded model demonstration grant project. These college programs have received a 5 year federal grant to create and/or further develop their program. TPSID stands for Transition and Postsecondary Education Program for Students with Intellectual Disability.

A CTP refers to a college program that has been approved through a process created by the US Department of Education. The CTP, or comprehensive transition program approval means that students with intellectual disability attending those programs are eligible for federal student aid.

IPSE stands for inclusive postsecondary education and is sometimes used to refer to college programs for students with intellectual disability.

Yes, there are a variety of different summer program options offered by college programs. Some are to prepare students who have been accepted into the program for the upcoming Fall, and there are also many that are for any student who wished to experience a bit of college life. Some are residential, some are during the day only, and they vary in length. To see a listing of summer programs Think College has compiled from info provided to them by the programs, review this Excel spreadsheet.

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There are over 300 programs in the United States that offer a non-degree program for students with intellectual disability, located at public and private, 4 year and 2 year colleges and universities, as well as a few located at technical colleges. Program length ranges from one year to four year and some include a 'fifth' year opportunity.

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Ventura County Public Health: Immunization Program

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Ventura County Public Health: Immunization Program

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Flu vaccination can keep you from getting sick with the flu and is a simple way to protect yourself and your community.

To access a list of community flu clinics across the County, visit the link below:
2023-2024 Flu Vaccine Community Clinic Schedule/Calendario de clinicas comunitarias para la vacuna contra la gripe Flu Order- Mandatory Influenza Vaccination or Masking of Health Care Workers During Influenza Season- 8.30.23
If you are interested in receiving a flu vaccine through VC Public Health, please visit one of our Public Health Clinics. You can make an appointment by calling (805) 981-5221 or Toll-Free at (888)-285-5012.

Preteen Vaccine Week (PVW) is an annual California observance to be held March 4-8 in 2024. The goals of PVW are to distribute information and materials throughmultiple avenues such as schools, providers, and the media to promote the preteen doctor visit and to raise awareness about routinely recommended immunizations for preteens: Tdap, HPV, meningococcal, and flu vaccines. Preteens starting 7th grade must show proof of one dose of Tdap and 2 doses of chickenpox vaccine.
Free Community Tdap Events 2024:
701 North Juanita Avenue, Oxnard

3739 South C Street, Oxnard

California Bridge Access Program
You can find information about the steps to enroll in the COVID-19 California Bridge Access Program (BAP) by visiting the COVID EZIZ website - BAP Program Overview

Once you review the enrollment requirements you can complete the myCAvax application for CDPH to review - https://mycavax.cdph.ca.gov/s/

State Immunization Program

Provides immunization information and education to the public, physicians, clinics, child-care center's and schools. For more information, call 805-981-5211 or email us: immunization.program@ventura.org
For CAIR Helpdesk, call 800-578-7889 or email cairhelpdesk@cdph.ca.gov
Check out our Monthly Newsletter
Looking for your vaccine record?
Visit EZIZ, one-stop shop for immunization training and resources. You can find information on California's Vaccine Programs, ordering and vaccine management, storage requirements, State updates and much more.

California School and Child Care Requirements
For detailed information on California's school and daycare immunization rates, entry requirements, and for school/daycare staff resources visit the Shots for School website.

Are you a parent or a guardian of a school age child with questions on immunizations? Please visit the California Department of Public Health Immunization Branch - Resources for Parents website or download the School Resource Guide for Required Immunizations brochure.
Perinatal Hepatitis B Information
Chronic Hepatitis B
Immunization Update Presentations CDC National Immunization Information Hotline : 1-800-CDC-INFO1-800-232-4636 ( )

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Oxnard & Ventura College ICAN-JOB Program

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email: sturner@vcccd.edu

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Following completion of this program, students may continue into an educational pathway leading to a Certificate of Achievement or Associates Degree in the career of their choice.

Office: LRC-130/This program is provided in a non-credit format transformative curriculum, allowing students to take the courses and complete the certificate without the expense of college tuition. This could be just one of many short-term vocational COC offerings that will bridge the college to career divide.

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Innovation Cognitive Achievement Network (ICAN) /

The I-CAN/JOB program is designed to build essential employment skills, including the "soft skills" that employers desire and value most. Students will:

demonstrate appropriate social skills and optimal workplace behavior

demonstrate appropriate communication skills for the workplace

apply computer, personal finance, and technological skills to the workplace

This program does not lead to a specific career pathway, however, it prepares students to be valuable employees who are prepared with the skills employers most desire.
Required Core Courses include:

CDL N101 - Personal / Social / Vocational Skills

EAC N132 - Job Seeking Skills

Select one (1) additional course below:

ACT N102 - Keyboarding skills

CDL N103 - Mathematics for Work

ATET N108 - (Optional) Safety in the Workplace

This program is provided in a non-credit format transformative curriculum, allowing students to take the courses and complete the certificate without the expense of college tuition. This could be just one of many short-term vocational COC offerings that will bridge the college to career divide.

Certificate of Completion is recognized by the State of California Chancellors Office

Following completion of this program, students may continue into an educational pathway leading to a Certificate of Achievement or Associates Degree in the career of their choice.

Contact Steven Turner
Phone: (805) 289-6415
email:sturner@vcccd.edu
Office: LRC-130

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Innovation Cognitive Achievement Network (ICAN) / Journey Overcoming Barriers (JOB)

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Ventura County Behavioral Health: Logrando Bienestar (Achieving Well-Being)

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Ventura County Behavioral Health: Logrando Bienestar (Achieving Well-Being)

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Logrando Bienestar (Achieving Well-Being) is an outreach program of Ventura County Behavioral Health that provides education to the community to better understand the importance of emotional well-being. The team serves youth, families, and adults by providing linkage to mental health services and resources. The program is countywide, with an emphasis on the Latino community.

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Mental Health Outreach Programs

Ventura County Behavioral Health provides prevention and early intervention services to individuals at risk of mental health challenges. To learn about our Mental Health outreach programs in the community see the Wellness Everyday website at www.wellnesseveryday.org.

Logrando Bienestar

Logrando Bienestar (Achieving Well-Being) is an outreach program of Ventura County Behavioral Health that provides education to the community to better understand the importance of emotional well-being. The team serves youth, families, and adults by providing linkage to mental health services and resources. The program is countywide, with an emphasis on the Latino community.

For more information, call 1-805-973-5220.

Substance Use Services - Prevention

Prevention Services works upstream to reduce alcohol and drug-related problems in our community. Initiatives are aimed at limiting harms related to impaired driving; underage and binge drinking; marijuana and vaping, especially as it relates to harms to youth; prescription drug abuse; and addressing health disparities among vulnerable populations. A primary goal is to delay the onset of first use of alcohol and or other drugs by youth. We collaborate with schools, parent groups, government agencies, medical partners, law enforcement, community-based organizations and more.

To read more about Prevention Services visit Ventura County Limits.

Addressing the Opioid Crisis in Ventura County

We invite you to join us in connecting and enhancing resources to prevent and reduce prescription drug and heroin abuse. Together we can reduce opioid supply, reduce opioid demand, and save lives. Learn more about our efforts at Ventura County Responds.

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(310) 215-1730

Aveanna Healthcare is vendored with all 21 Regional Centers in California and offer Respite, Personal Assistance, Day Care and Transportation Reimbursement, and we are also a FMS for SDP.

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Substance Use Services 24/7 Access Line

1-844-385-9200

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About Engage Therapy

Local Contact: Adelina Brisbois

Email: adelina@engagetherapy.com

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Since inception, CalABLE is changing the way people with disabilities can plan and save for their financial futures.

See how it works

Members of the disability community shouldn't have to struggle to build financial security because of the risk of losing public benefits and the high cost of expenses. With CalABLE, you can save for needs and dreams, and afford to live your best life.

Save more than $2,000

Accumulate savings up to $100,000 without the risk of losing federal or state benefits

Learn about benefits

Grow investments for your future

Earn on investments tax-free when withdrawals are used to pay for qualified expenses

Learn about investments

Dream. Plan. Succeed.

With CalABLE, Californians with disabilities are achieving a new level of financial empowerment. In just a short amount of time, CalABLE account holders have saved and invested more than $100 million to improve the quality of their lives. As State Treasurer, I am devoted to ensuring that we continue to extend this opportunity to achieve financial stability to as many people as possible.

I'm pleased to announce that beginning in 2026, newly passed legislation raises the eligibility age from the onset of disability before age 26 to age 46. CalABLE and the Legislative Affairs team are already hard at work to ensure that federal and state law are aligned by the time this change goes into effect.

My team and I are dedicated to ensuring every California citizen has equal opportunity to dream, plan, and succeed. Through CalABLE, we are achieving that vision.

In peace and friendship,
Fiona Ma, CPA
California State Treasurer

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Kindling Studios (branch of Ignite Collective Inc.)

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The Alternative Recreation Program provides affordable recreational and social opportunities for individuals with developmental and/or other disabilities, who may not be able to participate in other programs.

Participants can enjoy a variety of Trips, Get Togethers, learn how to be a master chef with Cook Masters, FREE Monthly Social Dances the 3rd Friday of the month, Over 21 outings the 1st Friday of every month, and Recreational Bowling every Tuesday at Harley's Valley Bowl.

For Activity Registration, click here!

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Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District, CA

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The Alternative Recreation Program provides affordable recreational and social opportunities for individuals with developmental and/or other disabilities, who may not be able to participate in other programs. Participants can enjoy a variety of Trips, Get Togethers, learn how to be a master chef with Cook Masters, FREE Monthly Social Dances the 3rd Friday of the month, Over 21 outings the 1st Friday of every month, and Recreational Bowling every Tuesday at Harley's Valley Bowl.

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Supports and accommodations at the college level 2025

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The industry horror mission is simple, to help those with special-needs through fashion. We are a fashion brand & a non-profit 501c3 organization founded by artist/ designer Ryan DeCant that strives to help both kids and adults with special-needs. We employ these individuals with special needs and help them develop skills and trade skills. This effort has provided our special needs staff members with the opportunity to contribute in a rewarding way, that will continue to provide them with life long skills and knowledge of the fashion industry.

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Industry Horror is a 501c3 non-profit horror inspired clothing company that gainfully employs individuals with special needs. Founded by artist/designer Ryan DeCant the organization specifically employs autistic young adults who might otherwise have difficulty developing trade skills.

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We are driven by having the ability to help those with special needs. We have experienced first hand the value that teaching and sharing with our special needs employees and what it does to their confidence and encouragement in their own skills.

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We are located in beautiful Ventura, California. Come check out our location on Main Street and browse through some of the new merchandise and what we have available!

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Location & Storefront

We are so proud to announce that the first INDUSTRY HORROR flagship store is now open in beautiful Ventura, California. Come check out our Main Street Ventura location!

518 E Main St,

Ventura, CA 93001

(805) 667-8460
Monday - Wednesday 11AM - 6PM

Thursday - Saturday 11AM - 9PM
Sunday 11AM - 6PM

Custom Printing & Stickers!

That's right, we do custom orders! Bring your idea to life, contact us with your custom order, apparel, accessories and stickers. We do it all.

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And with your order you are supporting both kids and adults with special needs. To put in an order please reach out, and we can work together to put your ideas to work!

Donate for a great cause!

Donations of any size are gratefully received. We can't do this without you. We are a 501c3 organization so your generous donation is tax deductible.

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You & your guest(s) will be joining Founder, Artist / Designer Ryan DeCant as he sits down with people from IH Staff Team, special guests, donors and sponsors discussing the industry, in an unfiltered and uncensored insiders look at fashion and creative. Ryan and his team will meet with bands, artists, designers, and social media personalities to discuss various topics. With the various personalities we have here at Industry Horror you never know what to expect. So, join us as we educate and participate in our culture and lifestyle we call Industry Horror.

Follow us on social media!

Stay connected, give us a follow on our social media pages and stay in the loop with special events, contests, and exclusive merch drops!

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The Arc of Ventura County is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Established in 1954, The Arc serves over 700 individuals in a variety of programs throughout Ventura County. We are committed to empowering the individuals we support by offering opportunities that lead to greater independence and self-determined lives in regular everyday settings. Informed decisions, positive changes, as well as integration and participation in the community are fundamental principles of all programs.

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SupportingIndependence We empower people to live their most self-sufficient lives. Respect. Dignity.Inclusion. OUR MISSION The Arc of Ventura County is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Established in 1954, The Arc serves over 700 individuals in a variety of programs throughout Ventura County.

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This Special Alert from the California Student Aid Commission (Commission) notifies school districts, county offices of education, and California charter schools of the new AB 469 requirement per California Education Code Section 51225.7. Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) are required to confirm that high school seniors complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA). Students may alternatively complete an opt-out form, which shall be collected and retained by the high school. These requirements apply beginning with the 2022-23 school year for the 2023-2024 FAFSA/CADAA application cycle that starts on October 1, 2022.

For more details, please view GSA 2022-33.

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College Connect Fact Sheet
Program Review and Outcomes 2021

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Level Up With College Connect

Get the right people around you to encourage, excite, and inspire your next move

About Us

College Connect is a support program for students with developmental disabilities to achieve goals, promote academic and occupational success and create meaningful relationships.

The College Connect approach was developed by college professors, educational, and clinical psychologists to provide the optimal tools and community for young adults to succeed.

College Connect actively promotes a positive culture for the development of social emotional skills, academic and educational strategies for success and the pursuit of personal goals. As a vendored agency with Regional Center, College Connect prioritizes an active collaboration with students and their families to develop a unique plan for each students personal ambitions. All services take place directly on the college campus and surrounding community.

College Connect has supported many students in defining their goals and achieving success. These have included transfers to four-year universities, earning degrees and certificates, gaining internship experiences, and employment. At College Connect, we believe that supportive relationships combined with expertise creates a fun and exciting culture of discovery and success.

For Students and their Caregivers

Contact your Regional Center Service Coordinator and request an initial interview (intake) for College Connect Services to determine eligibility.

For Interested Colleges

Our team is eager to partner with colleges that share our passion for serving students.

Contact us by phone or email at:

P: 626-691-6519

E: info@collegeconnectsupport.com

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We serve students attending v arious
Community Colleges, Universities
and Trade Schools throughout Southern California

What People Say

“College Connect is an amazing support system to my child.  I have seen a significant change in her independent organizational and social skills and she looks forward to participating in the program daily.  Her awareness and understanding of college life has also flourished and therefore her self-esteem and confidence has elevated.  She speaks highly of everyone she comes in contact with and feels supported and safe.  As a working parent, these things give me peace of mind.  I am grateful for the program.”

—  Parent

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THE HIRING CHAIN performed by STING | World Down Syndrome Day 2021

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Providing comprehensive, cost-effective, compassionate health care for our diverse community, especially those facing barriers, through an exceptional workforce, education and forward thinking leadership.

Local Contact: Martha Johnson; marhta.johnson@ventura.org

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ACCESS Updates:

ACCESS office is offering in-person services in addition to continued online/phone appointments to meet every student's needs. Please go to ' Online Counseling " to attend Drop-In hours. You will log into a virtual waiting room with your my.vcccd.edu credential. If you have an appointment with a Counselor or Specialist, a link to join the meeting will be sent to your email. Please view the following link for more updates

Accessibility Coordination Center and Educational Support Services (ACCESS) supports students with verified disabilities by determining and providing reasonable accommodations, auxiliary aids, and support services.

ACCESS Mission Statement:

Moorpark College and ACCESS are devoted to making higher education accessible to all. We recognize the value of student diversity and we are committed to providing a campus climate conducive to the success of all students. In addition, we support both the spirit and the letter of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 that guarantees every person with a disability equal access to all educational programs and activities offered by the College.

Hours of Operation:

Contact us:

ACCESS Location:

ACCESS is located on the ground floor of the LMC building. This is a two story building at the northeast side of the campus. Students may reach ACCESS by parking in lot B and C. Campus map

 Updated: 09.20.2021

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Oxnard College Educational Assistance Center (EAC)

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Oxnard College Educational Assistance Center Website

oceac@vcccd.edu

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Villa Esperanza Services serves intellectually/developmentally disabled individuals in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Villa is a unique service provider, offering individualized programs and a continuum of care over the course of a lifetime. Our comprehensive programs for children are centralized on a single campus and include the Villa Esperanza School, the Hjelte-Phillips Speech and Language Center, and occupational therapy clinic. Our personalized programs for adults integrated throughout the community include Employment Services, family-style residential homes, independent living skills coaching, and day programs for adults and seniors. We change lives--from teaching a child with autism how to say "hello;" to giving an adult with Down syndrome the skills to earn a paycheck and the pride of having a job; to providing an intellectually disabled senior the opportunity to give back to the community through volunteering and helping others.

Villa's first priority is to ensure the safety and well-being of all our participants and staff, while still providing the support required by our individuals with special needs.
Click through to learn more about how Villa is caring for our community during these difficult times.

In addition, we'd like to remind our donors that as part of the CARES Act, the Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) limit for charitable deductions has been removed for 2020. For donors who itemize their deductions. 100% of their cash gifts in 2020 will be tax deductible. For more information, visit: https://villaesperanzaservices.planmylegacy.org/cares-act Your gift is greatly appreciated and needed now more than ever - click the "Donate Now" button above to make a donation today.

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Villa Esperanza Services serves intellectually/developmentally disabled individuals in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Villa is a unique service provider, offering individualized programs and a continuum of care over the course of a lifetime. Our comprehensive programs for children are centralized on a single campus and include the Villa Esperanza School, the Hjelte-Phillips Speech and Language Center, and occupational therapy clinic.

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Ventura County SELPA Community Advisory Committee (CAC)

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What is the CAC?
The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) is made up of family members, school staff and agency representatives. The CAC facilitates the communication and exchange of information between schools and families, advises the administration of the SELPA (Special Education Local Plan Area) regarding their concerns and collaborates to solve them. CAC promotes activities that benefit students with disabilities and sponsors training for parents of children with disabilities. The meetings are held quarterly, the first Monday of the month from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. The meetings are open to the public and take place in the SELPA Office (Santa Paula Room), 5100 Adolfo Road, Camarillo, CA 93012. Free childcare, sign language interpretation, Spanish interpretation and other accommodations are available if booked 10 days in advance. Please request accommodation(s) necessary for you to participate by calling the SELPA office at (805) 437-1560. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the office.
CAC Statutes - English CAC Statutes- Spanish

Who is in the CAC?

Parents / guardians of individuals with special needs (the majority)

Representatives of agencies that serve people with special needs

Special education and general staff

Do you know a Teacher, Student, Parent, Specialist who has gone above and beyond to in serving special education students and/or families? Nominate them for a Ventura County SELPA Commendation. Use the application provided below.

Commendation Application
How can I participate?
Members of the public are always welcome to attend CAC meetings and give input. If you have a concern or suggestion, the CAC will review it and give you written information about how it will be treated. If you prefer to speak with a CAC member privately or by phone, call the SELPA office at (805) 437-1560 for contact information, including the name of your school district representative.

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Workforce Development Board of Ventura County

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The Workforce Development Board of Ventura County serves the needs of business, workers, and job seekers in Ventura County. The WDBVC is a chief architect of the workforce system and plays a central role in building the talent pipeline for the future.

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SSDI and SSI
Ticket to Work: https://choosework.ssa.gov/

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TRANSITIONAL AGE YOUTH (AGES 16-25)

This program serves transitional age youth (TAY), ages 16-25, who are diagnosed with a serious mental illness, who may have a substance use disorder and who are at risk of homelessness, incarceration or hospitalization. The program provides supportive, social rehabilitation services in a residential program. There is also the ability to live independently throughout the county.

The program supports young adults in moving toward personal recovery by providing stabilization and skill development to live an independent and successful life within the community. Services include group therapy, medication management and rehabilitation services. We also help young adults with their housing needs.
To access mental health services, or for immediate help, please call 1-866-998-2243.

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TRANSITIONAL AGE YOUTH (AGES 16-25) This program serves transitional age youth (TAY), ages 16-25, who are diagnosed with a serious mental illness, who may have a substance use disorder and who are at risk of homelessness, incarceration or hospitalization. The program provides supportive, social rehabilitation services in a residential program.

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The UC Davis Redwood SEED Scholars are welcomed to UC Davis as full-time NON-DEGREE students, and supported with peer mentors in academics, social inclusion, health and wellness, residential living and employment. Redwood Seed Scholars take part in internships both on and off campus with the goal of…

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Challenger Sports

Who plays Challenger Sports: Any child five years old and up that has a disability; mentally, physically, visually and or hearing impaired. The program will allow athletes with cognitive and physical disabilities the opportunity to play ball and have fun. The ONLY requirement is the desire to have FUN!!!

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Who plays Challenger Sports: Any child five years old and up that has a disability; mentally, physically, visually and or hearing impaired. The program will allow athletes with cognitive and physical disabilities the opportunity to play ball and have fun. The ONLY requirement is the desire to have FUN!!!

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Special Services is the program on campus providing services to students with disabilities. This program has been serving students since 1974. Each semester over 900 students with disabilities receive a wide range of support services that are not provided by other departments on campus and many services that are.

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*Student/Parent Transition Checklist
*Questions for Agencies

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California State University, Northridge (CSUN): Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES)

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Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES) is guided by the belief that each individual has strengths, abilities and talents. Through student service, training and education programs, DRES furthers the vision of an inclusive society that supports the attainment of academic, professional and personal goals for persons of all abilities.

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Video: Pacific Clinics: TAY Tunnel
Video: Laurie Singer Behavioral
Video: Sunderlin Behavioral

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Video: Ventura College EAC
Video: CSUCI DASS
Video: Wayfinders @ Fresno State
Video: CSUN DRES

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Video: Channel Islands Social Services
Video: Ignite Collective Inc.

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Video: AFA-HUB
Video: Simi Institute
Video: Career Education Center (CEC)
Video: PathPoint

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Video: Rainbow Family Resource Center

Video: State Council on Developmental Disabilities

Video: Autism Society

Video: If I Need Help

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Ventura County: Local Partnership Agreement

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The Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Unit provides year-round recreation, sport and leisure programs for children, teens, and adults who have difficulty participating in recreation due to the presence of a disability. Participants of Therapeutic Recreation programs include individuals with cognitive, neurological, physical, or emotional disabilities, and/or sensory impairments. A formal disability diagnosis is not required for participation.

About the Program

Programs offered through the Therapeutic Recreation Unit include sensory and play programs, swim lessons, camps, social skill instruction, sports training, social clubs, hobby classes and cultural arts, outings and trips, family programs, and seasonal special events. Programs are offered during the day, after school, evenings, and on weekends. Therapeutic Recreation program brochures list the activities, programs, and events currently being offered.

Programs may be led by Recreation Therapists, Therapeutic Recreation Leaders, select contract instructors and/or seasonal employees, with the support of volunteers. Participant-to-staff ratios are predetermined for each program based on the intended program design, content and goals, the needs of the overall participant group, and the resources of the Unit.

Many of the Therapeutic Recreation Unit programs have received awards or recognition for being outstanding in the field of recreation for people with disabilities.

Program Registration and Fees

Programs most often require preregistration and there are per program registration fees. These fees are generally considered very reasonable. A request for program fee reduction may be considered for residents within Conejo Recreation & Park District boundaries when the full fee would be a barrier to program participation. Program registration is conducted online, by mail or by phone. Priority registration periods and program fee considerations are available for residents of the CRPD service area.

Benefits of Therapeutic Recreation

Benefits to participation in Therapeutic Recreation programs may include improved social skills, enhanced self-esteem, increased independence and self-reliance, enhanced communication skills, eased fears, improved overall health, well-being, physical ability and functional ability, improved constructive use of leisure time, and elimination of boredom leading to reduced stress and anxiety. Benefits vary based on the individual and the program and are enhanced by communication between families and Therapeutic Recreation staff. The contribution of volunteers greatly enhances the individualized benefits to program participants.

DreamCatcher Playground

Our park includes a one-of-a-kind "SensAbility Playground", an interactive play area stimulating senses and abilities. The playground features many unique play pieces including "Playville" miniature village, elevated sand table, "Sand Works", one backhoe digger, Tenor Marimba (a xylophone-like musical piece), Talking Bob, talking horns, a sign language panel, and several sensory panels. The play area is surfaced with sand and rubber, providing accessibility to approximately 60% of the playground.

Staff

Other important staff members include Recreation Specialist- Anthony Nzeribe and Recreation Leaders- Billy Edwards, Carolina Garcia-Melo, and Nikki Hrach. Also, Contract Instructors Bob Noonan, Rachel Schamp, Amzie Mattson, Fumiko Hamada, Mary Abraham, Melanie Gonzalez, Emily Hare, and Sydney Garcia.

Volunteers

Volunteers are a very important part of therapeutic recreation services contributing over 7,000 hours of service annually. A variety of volunteer opportunities is available for those ages 13 and older, including students who need service hours. The Therapeutic Recreation Unit offers an outstanding internship program for college students majoring in therapeutic recreation and interested in state certification. Volunteer Application (required)

Inclusion Policy

AMERICAN DISABILITY ACT (ADA) COMPLIANCE: MISSION STATEMENT
Conejo Recreation and Park District (CRPD) strives to enrich the quality of life through the provision of quality recreation programs. We welcome people with disabilities in all recreation opportunities provided by CRPD, both through specialized options (Therapeutic Recreation) and inclusion alternatives.Please contact the Therapeutic Recreation office at805-381-2739 or Inclusion@crpd.org for further information on program choices, for help with making a selection, or to request a program modifications. In order to evaluate and seek to reasonably accommodate your individual needs, we ask that you let us know of any requested modifications at the time of your registration.

ADA GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
CRPD has developed an internal grievance procedure for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging any action prohibited by the United States Department of Justice regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Complaints should be addressed in writing to ADA Compliance Officer, Conejo Recreation and Park District, 403 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 or by email at ADAcompliance@crpd.org

A complaint should contain the name and address of the person filing it, and briefly describe the alleged violation of the regulations.

A complaint should be filed within 30 days of the alleged violation.

CRPD will conduct an investigation and notify the complainant of its findings within 30 days from receiving the written complaint.

Use of this grievance procedure is not a prerequisite to the pursuit of other remedies. CRPD strives to have all participants enjoy their experience in our programs and works to handle all concerns in a timely and fair manner.

Advisory Council

The Conejo Valley Therapeutic Advisory Committee (CVTAC) provides advocacy, financial and volunteer support to Therapeutic Recreation Services. Members of this working committee represent various aspects of the special populations served by the Therapeutic Recreation Unit and help to guide the direction of the Therapeutic Recreation Unit. Guests or new members are always welcome. Please contact the Therapeutic Recreation Unit office for Committee meeting information.

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Therapeutic Recreation Old Meadows Center 1600 Marview Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 Under the direction of the Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor, programs are developed to meet the expressed needs of community members. Overseen by Recreation Therapists, activities are designed by instructors to maintain or improve the physical, cognitive, and social functioning of participants.

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Agencias de transición SELPA del condado de Ventura

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Local Contact: Anthony Marron
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Pacific Clinics' Transitional Age Youth (TAY) centers, for individuals ages 16-25, are safe places for teens and young adults to obtain support and care. We are here to give TAY immediate help and empower them to take an active role in creating positive lifestyle changes. Our supportive and understanding environments help create steppingstones to independent living and happier, healthier lives. All services are free for those who qualify.

Hope Drop-in Center

For Teens and Young Adults Ages 16-25
13001 Ramona Blvd., Suite I, Irwindale, CA 91706 l (626) 337-3828
Open: Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm, Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday-Sunday 11am-5pm (9am-11am by appointment only)
Transportation is available to and from the center. Our services include:

PERSONAL NEEDS AND CARE:

Free lunch
Clothing
Showers
Laundry facilities
Recreational area
Computer center

SUPPORTIVE HELP:

Transportation services
Housing resources
Medi-Cal/SSI application
Healthcare linkage
Gift cards for food
Motel vouchers

EDUCATIONAL AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

Job search
Job and interview preparation
Enrichment classes

LIFE SKILLS:

Relaxation techniques
Special events
Group outings
Speakers on many topics
Living skills
Therapy
Counseling
Substance use treatment
Case workers

Join our Instagram page @hope_dropin!

TAY Tunnel Walk-in Center

For Teens and Young Adults Ages 18-25
141 West Fifth Street, Suite D, Oxnard, CA 93030 | (805) 240-2538
Open: Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm, Saturday 10am-3pm, closed Sundays
Walk-ins always welcome. Our services include:

PERSONAL NEEDS AND CARE:

Clothing
Showers
Laundry facilities
Recreational area
Computer center

CENTER CLASSES:

Creative Expression
Nutritional Health
Positive Interactions
TAY Spectrum
Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)

JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

Job search
Job preparation
Employment specialists

SUPPORTIVE HELP:

Access to food pantries
Transportation services
Housing resources
Medi-Cal/SSI application
Healthcare linkage
Safe zone for LGTBQ+
Group outings

Join our Facebook Group! Search Pacific Clinics TAY Tunnel.
Click to view our latest Zoom Group Schedule.

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American Council of the Blind- Helpful resources for blind and visually impaired persons.

Disability.gov - Your central gateway to the federal government's disability related information and resources. This easy-to-use Web portal is a directory of government Web links relevant to people with disabilities, their families, employers, service providers and other community members.

Family Transition Training Booklet English Spanish

Job Accommodation Network (JAN) - The Job Accommodation Network is a service of the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) of the U.S. Department of Labor. JAN is one of several ODEP projects. JAN's mission is to facilitate the employment and retention of workers with disabilities by providing employers, employment providers, people with disabilities, their family members and other interested parties with information on job accommodations, self-employment and small business opportunities and related subjects. JAN's efforts are in support of the employment, including self-employment and small business ownership, of people with disabilities. JAN represents the most comprehensive resource for job accommodations available.

National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability - NCWD/Youth is your source for information about employment and youth with disabilities.

Notification of Age of Majority (Parent) - English Spanish

Parent's Guide to Transition Planning Brochure English Spanish

Transition Checklist for Parents English Spanish

Transition Fairs for 20-21 Save the Date November 12, 2020 Flyer

Information Alert for Parents of Special Education Students

Youth Rules! - What are your rights as a teenager in finding a job and keeping it? Here's where you find out!

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American Council of the Blind- Helpful resources for blind and visually impaired persons. Disability.gov - Your central gateway to the federal government's disability related information and resources. This easy-to-use Web portal is a directory of government Web links relevant to people with disabilities, their families, employers, service providers and other community members.

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California CareerZone

CA CareerZone: Interest Profiler

CA CareerZone: Work Importance Profiler

California DMV- Sample driving test

California Resource Network for Young Worker's Health and Safety - Information on workplace rights and responsibilities, work hours and job restrictions, hazards on the job, way to prevent job injuries and more.

Career One-Stop/Career Assessment

Career One-Stop Toolkit

Career Perfect/ Quick Work Preference Inventory

Exploring Career Information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics - Another website from the United States Department of Labor allows students to explore careers based on their interests in areas such as music, the arts, science, P.E., the outdoors, social studies, reading and math.

Motivational Appraisal of Personality Potential (must login) - Take the quiz and get your results. The free report will give you insight for seeking your future career.

O*NET Interest Profiler

Personality Type - Answer simple questions to determine your Briggs Myers Personality Type then look at the careers that match your type.

SCANS - Pre-Employment Checklists Form N Form S

SCANS- Self Assessment- Form N (m/m) Form S (m/s)

Transition Portfolio Guide

Transition Resources for Diploma Bound Students with Autism

What Are My Multiple Intelligences?

What is Your Learning Style? , Marcia Conner, Ageless Learning

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Respiratory Therapy and Surgical Technology applications are due Friday, March 21 at 3:00 pm
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Pearson VUE Testing Center

We are an official Pearson VUE Testing site, located in Room 405.
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Our mission is to serve the community and foster an inclusive learning environment where all students thrive in their chosen career and achieve their personal goals.

All students will be skilled, empowered individuals who set and work towards achieving their personal and professional goals.

All students will attain measurable increases in knowledge and experience.

All students will be prepared as meaningful contributors who benefit their communities and themselves.

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There are many options to consider and choices to make for youth entering their final years of high school and preparing for adulthood. School services will be ending and transitions to new living and work environments will develop. The Service Coordinator will have information about available and appropriate local resources, services, and can assist with questions about potential benefits or new responsibilities. Various options may be confusing. TCRC Service Coordinators are trained to facilitate decisions that provide the life envisioned by the person served.

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Cami has been a licensed Paralegal since 1991 and lives in Moorpark, Ventura County with her 22-year-old son that has Autism. Cami has been having work with different fields of legal, however, she is very passionate regarding Special Needs legal needs. Cami has focus Easy Legal a new direction this decade limiting her services and specializing in preparing Conservatorships, Special Needs Trusts and Family Living Trusts.

Cami donated her home in Moorpark providing a home to Special Needs adults known as Kesher Olam Group Home, securing a permanent home for her son throughout his lifetime and live his peers. The home promotes living a Quality of Life as the home is located on a small 1-acre ranchette enriched with chickens, tortoises, and our 2 cats Apple and Jax. The property has just developed Kesher Olam 2 on the same property in 2023. Cami knows the importance of preparing your child's long-term life affairs. She has been assisting the Regional Centers clients for years in the preparation of Conservatorships and is dedicating her life to help families at an affordable "easy legal" solution, giving the same professional attention in putting their child's affairs for their lifetime.

Easy Legal has been established for 23 years successfully, and as of 2020 is proud to donate 50% of all profits to the Kesher Olam Group Home to assist in the continuance of the development of the ranchette, for a better enrichment of a Quality of Life for all the residents.

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What People Are Saying

Cami is very knowledgeable and takes on the burden of a process that can be overwhelming for someone who isn't familiar with the legal world. She helped us with a Conservatorship for our Intellectually Disabled daughter to a highly successful outcome.

Cami was a pleasure to work with. We were seeking conservatorship of my mentally disabled sister. With her help everything went very smooth she had all the paperwork filled out and filled on time and make the process very easy for my mother and me. Her knowledge of the process was fabulous and walked us through each step. I would highly recommend her and would absolutely use her again for any needs that would come up.

My daughter passed away 5 years ago,and I sought legal guardianship of my autistic grandson. At that time with the courts helped with the process.I recently sought conservatorship when he turned 18. It was a longer process than before with doctor and dental visits, meetings with several individuals from Tri Counties and they recommended Easy Legal with Cami Hershkovitz in Moorpark.

I've reviewed this business in the past, but YELP isn't displaying it tonight. Nonetheless, they recently incorporated my business for me. So professional and quick. Yesterday the delivered to me the kit and gave me easy to follow directions to convert to an S Corp. I literally need to sign my name twice and fax in a form, I think I can handle that. Thank you so much!!!

CONNIE H. Camarillo, CA

Cami is THE BEST. She's professional and does excellent work on doing any type of legal docs. She has done my Trust for me a second time, and she's wonderful, easy to work with and just wonderful. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs any legal work/docs drawn up. (Thank you, Cami, :)

JACKIE C. Tarzana, CA

Cami's interest in doing right and well by families seeking conservatorship is grounded in her own life's path as a special needs mother. Even when some medical issues arose for her while we were in the midst of our process, she found a way to get her work done on our behalf, amplifying what other reviewers have said about Cami's professionalism. And, as our financial life demands ways of finding experts whose prices are reasonable, I am happy to report that Cami's fees were just that and we did indeed receive expert service for a reasonable price.

Googy G. Newbury Park, CA

Cami is a great choice, I found her on Yelp and dropped by for a consultation and then used her to prepare my contract for me as well. Her prices are fair, and she is very quick to deliver just like needed. Thank you Cami I'll defiantly work with you again.

Evgene L. Los Angeles, CA

My family and I have used Cami 5 times now, and in each case her explanations of the legal process were correct. In each case she was able to draw on her vast experience to draw up the the appropriate papers for each individual complicated case. Thank you very much !!! Cami.

GUIDO D. Simi Valley, CA

Cami helped us for preparing documents for conservatorship. She is very knowledgeable regarding this matter. I highly recommend her legal services.

ARCHIE H. Simi Valley, CA

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Established in 2017 the adult special needs home became about when the owner of Easy Legal needed a permanent home for her son that has Autism, to be able to live forever in a home he knows and loves. The property has two homes, and each home has 4 persons that are members of the Regional Center. The homes are set on a ranchette style on 1 acre. Easy Legal donates 50% of all its proceeds to Kesher Olam in order to create a Quality-of-life home for her son and its residents.

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Use our system to help protect your loved ones!!

If you have a loved one who has Autism, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease, or other issues with disorientation, they can get lost more easily and have more problems communicating to any bystanders that they need help. The If I Need Help system mitigates the risks to your loved one by bypassing communication barriers.

The If I Need Help system accomplishes this through several steps:

A free online membership

A profile for your loved one on our special needs registry

A confidential Emergency question and answer section that can be printed or emailed in an emergency

A QR-code enabled ID tag that can be worn or fastened to your loved one's clothing

When you or your loved one is discovered lost or needing help, any finder can notice the QR code tag, scan it, and instantly have access to the information you have chosen to include in your profile, including contact information, one's name and condition, and anything else relevant to an emergency.

Request a State-Funded ID Kit

We at If I Need Help are also vendors for California Regional Centers for Safety ID Kits. If you have a family member that is affected by a developmental disability, you may be able to request a state-funded kit through us. If you live in another state and would like us to reach out to your local agency please let us know and we will be glad to contact them.

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If you have a loved one who has Autism, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease, or other issues with disorientation, they can get lost more easily and have more problems communicating to any bystanders that they need help. The If I Need Help system mitigates the risks to your loved one by bypassing communication barriers.

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Disability Rights California: Office of Clients' Rights Advocacy

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Advocacy services for transitioning youth, 16-22 years old and beyond.

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DRC is a nonprofit agency. We are the largest disability rights group in the nation. Federal law established us to protect and advocate for the rights of people with disabilities. We are the protection and advocacy agency for California.

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Come join Independent Living Resource Center for our interactive panel event "How to Create Accessible Community Events" on Monday, May 6th, 2019 from 10:00am - 12:00pm, at the Dick Dewees Senior and Community Center in Lompoc. Don't miss this opportuni... Read More

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Independent Living Resource Center | Tri-County Area of Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo

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Individualized supports | teens | adults | California | community | transition | counseling | consulting | higher education | employment | disability services | IGNITE Collective, Inc.

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California State University, Fresno (Fresno State): Wayfinders

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Wayfinders is a 2-year non-degree independent living certificate program for young adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Participants of Wayfinders increase their independence by living in student apartments, participating in work experience internships, taking classes at Fresno State through Open University, and engaging with the community.

Learn moreabout Wayfinders or sign up to attend one of our upcoming Information Sessions!

Wayfinders students receive support in the following major areas (domains).

Visit our News and Events page to stay connected to the latest stories and upcoming dates for events. You can also follow us on social media.

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Wayfinders is a 2-year non-degree independent living certificate program for young adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Participants of Wayfinders increase their independence by living in student apartments, participating in work experience internships, taking classes at Fresno State through Open University, and engaging with the community.

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Mission Statement

The Educational Assistance Center (EAC) promotes the educational and vocational potential of students with disabilities by supporting each student's integration into the mainstream of college life. Students with learning disabilities, mobility, visual, hearing, speech, or psychological impairments, acquired brain injuries, or other health impairments, such as seizure disorders or attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, are eligible for support services and special classes that are needed to fully participate in the educational process.

Goals

To provide students with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in the educational activities at Ventura College.

To provide qualified students with disabilities the required services and accommodations to meet their educational needs.

To provide qualified students with disabilities the special classes needed to prepare them for success in the general college classes.

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Mission Statement The Educational Assistance Center (EAC) promotes the educational and vocational potential of students with disabilities by supporting each student's integration into the mainstream of college life. Students with learning disabilities, mobility, visual, hearing, speech, or psychological impairments, acquired brain injuries, or other health impairments, such as seizure disorders or attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, are eligible for support services and special classes that are needed to fully participate in the educational process.

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Taft College: Transition to Independent Living (TIL)

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(661) 763-7775

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CI Disability Accommodations and Support Services (DASS) recognizes the valuable diversity students with disabilities bring to our University. We accept the disability, and focus on individual ability, strength and self-advocacy.

DASS assists students with disabilities by providing a wide range of support including:

Black Lives Matter Statement

DASS stands with Black people and affirms that ALL BLACK LIVES MATTER, and we believe that it is our collective responsibility to reject anti-Blackness rhetoric and all forms of racism in our society. This is both an internal and external process, where we have to challenge ourselves, our communities, and systematic racism to secure our collective co-liberation. With this in mind, we share this Racial Healing & Educational Resource Guide to help us along this movement towards social justice.

Disability Equity Statement

Disability Accommodations and Support Services (DASS) is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable environment for students with disabilities.
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CI Disability Accommodations and Support Services (DASS) recognizes the valuable diversity students with disabilities bring to our University. We accept the disability, and focus on individual ability, strength and self-advocacy.

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AFA HUB (Entertainment Industry certificate program)

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CCS is a State program for children with certain diseases or health problems. Through this program, children up to 21 years old can get the health care and services they need. CCS will connect you with doctors and trained health care people who know how to care for your child with special health care needs

CCS SAR Updates

The Integrated Systems of Care Division (ISCD) has updated our process for the Service Authorization Request (SAR) adjudication process. The new process aims to streamline communications with counties and improve internal routing. To support improved SAR adjudication, ISCD has:

Updated the SAR Cover Sheet to improve internal routing of SARs

Created three new email inboxes to reduce confusion related to submission of inquiries from the counties to ISCD

Please note that the purpose of the new mailboxes is to:

Notify ISCD that additional documentation for a pending SAR has been entered to the CMS Net system

Follow-up on an expedited request

Bring to ISCD's attention any issue or concern regarding a SAR that shows a pending status after certain period of time (usually, more than 45 days)

Request review of a SAR

Request other services from ISCD

New SARs should be directed to the local County CCS office and not sent to the mailboxes listed below.

Email inboxes and the SAR Fax Sheet are as follows:

SAR Fax Cover Sheet (updated version still pending)

Note: An updated version of the​ SAR cover sheet is pending and will be shared once finalized.

New Email Inboxes and Right Faxes

CCSPhysicianReview@dhcs.ca.gov; RightFax (916) 440-5308

This inbox will process ONLY the following SAR requests:

Cochlear Implant Surgery Requests

Out-of-State Requests

Transplant Requests (including CAR-T: Yescarta, Kymriah)

CCSExpeditedReview@dhcs.ca.gov; RightFax (916) 440-5306

This inbox will process SARs that require expedited clinician review, but are not limited to:

Bleeding Disorders: Blood Factor and Hemlibra

Cystic Fibrosis: Kalydeco, Orkambi, Symdeko, Trikafta

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Exondys 51, Golodirsen, Deflazacort

Growth Disorders: Lupron, Histrelin, Triporelin

High-Risk Infants: Synagis

Hospital Discharge Needs

Metabolic Diseases: Kuvan, Palynziq, Brineura, medical foods, enteral nutrition products

Retinal Disease: Luxturna

Seizure management: Epidiolex

Spasticity management: Botulinum Toxin

Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Spinraza, Zolgensma

Upcoming Surgery including Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy

This inbox will process all other requests that require ISCD action, including, but not limited to:

Annual Medical Reviews (AMRs)

Diabetic Supplies, Pumps, Monitoring Devices

Durable Medical Equipment

Genetic Testing

Inter-County Transfers

Medical Eligibility Determination

Whole Child Model Counties

CMIPS III Counties

Medical Therapy Program

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Off-label or investigational services

Previous Decision Reconsiderations

Request for ISCD Second Opinion

SARs submitted more than 45 days ago

Any requests that are not routed as outlined above, or are submitted without the SAR Cover sheet, will be returned to the requesting county for correction.
Please send any referrals or applications to the LOCAL COUNTY CCS OFFICE for processing.

Providers are encouraged to continue to work with the local county CCS office for SAR processing.

These mailboxes are primarily for communication between the county CCS offices and ISCD.

SAR inquiries received directly from providers may be returned and deferred to the county. ​

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Why We're Here

Behavioral and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Ventura County

Overcoming life's considerable challenges or trying to help those you love to do so can leave anyone feeling overwhelmed and alone. We get it, and we also know that reaching out to others for help when you aren't completely convinced things can get better takes true courage and a bit of a leap of faith.

We're here because we know that if you surround people with those who believe in them wholeheartedly, and give them the tools they need to help themselves, everyone is capable of getting unstuck. So we bring families, schools, local agencies and caregivers together as a team, then collaborate on a plan that helps individuals gain confidence by achieving the goals they set for themselves.

Our entire team is committed to helping children, teens and adults to not only function well but to thrive independently at home, in school, at work, and in their communities. Thanks for visiting - and for making the leap.

Behaviors

At some point, all of us get stuck.

We can get caught in a tangle of negative thoughts and feelings without knowing why, then react in ways that can keep us from moving forward. You aren't the only one, you aren't alone. Here are some of the behavioral and thought disorders we can help untangle. Together.

Anger Management. Self Management. Self-Injurious Behavior. Tantrums. Bedwetting. Toileting. Anxiety Disorders. Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. Phobias. Inappropriate Sexual Behavior.

Services

Laurie Singer Behavioral Services specializes in behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Both therapies are based on strong scientific evidence and the understanding that our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are highly interdependent. If you create positive change in one of the three, the other two change for the better as well. CBT also helps individuals challenge the automatic negative thoughts and unproductive core beliefs that can continue to create tangles in life.

Be prepared to actively engage in learning and working toward developing new ways of thinking and behaving. We take a do-more-talk-less approach that helps children, teens and adults become (or rediscover) who they are meant to be, and to do so sooner rather than later. Read more about how we help individuals help themselves by clicking the Services button below.
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Contact

Laurie Singer Behavioral Services is located at:

4055 MISSION OAKS BLVD., SUITE B
CAMARILLO, CA 93012
805.910.7802

You can contact us via phone, or via e-mail by using the form at right.
If you have a medical emergency, please dial 911 for immediate support.
For details regarding new TCRC referrals please visit the Referrals page on our website here.

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COVID-19 Info Center

California MENTOR and The MENTOR Network are committed to the health and safety of those in our care, our team members, and our communities. We continue to implement protocols consistent with current guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health departments. For information and resources to support you during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, please visit our Info Center.
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Health Care Reform is here! Click these links to get more information or enrollment help.

Health Care for All

Health Care for All helps Ventura County families access health care services by helping them apply for health coverage. Our trained Certified Application Assistors help individuals at no charge, apply for Medi-Cal, Covered California and other low-cost insurance programs. We have several locations around the County, and we make the insurance enrollment and renewal process easier to access and understand. This program is funded through Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH).

For more information, contact: (805) 981-5212 or 1-800-781-4449, press 2 for MCAH.

Youth and Young Adults Medi-Cal Expansion Program (ages 19-26)

The Youth and Young Adult Medi-Cal Expansion Program provides youth (0-18) and young adults ages 19-26 with Medi-Cal Coverage regardless of legal/immigration status as long as they meet income eligibility requirements. If your child is 0-26 years of age they are eligible for health coverage. Children/young adults may also be enrolled for CHDP or CCS. Family income cannot exceed 266% federal poverty level. For example, young adult (ages 19-26): A family of four cannot exceed $31,535 income annually and a family of six cannot exceed $47,735;child (ages 0-18): A family of four cannot exceed $68,495 income annually and a family of six cannot exceed $92,010.

Youth and Young Adult Medi-Cal Expansion Program Enrollment Information: To make an appointment call (866) 481-7674 or (805) 981-5212.

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CISS is a family-operated, private service organization committed to providing direct support to individuals and their dedicated caregivers/parents. We know how stressful life can be without support from friends and family. Likewise, all of us need a break from time to time to help us take care of our own needs and to refocus our own priorities, so that we can continue to be strong for those who need us.

Our committed team of caregivers specializes in providing support to a variety of families including those caring for people who have developmental disabilities (such as but not limited to Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and intellectual disabilities), Foster Parents and Kinship Caregivers of young children.

Inspiration for the organization was sparked during the summer of 2004 when co-founder, Sharon M. Francis, then Director of Community Development for Tri-Counties Regional Center, identified the unmet needs of children with developmental disabilities living in Ventura County with no local option for respite services. Until then, all agency respite services had been provided by home health agencies offering CNA, LVN, or RN services, or from large L.A.-based multi-service companies. Some of these agencies serve more than a dozen regional centers and more than 10,000 people. This was not the personalized care that local families deserved.

After seven years of service at TCRC, Sharon left and launched Channel Islands Social Services with her husband Tim, so that local families could have flexible, local respite options. Please call us so we can start getting to know and help you.

Sharon Francis, Co-Founder and CEO

Sharon began her career supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in 1993. Prior to launching CISS, she spent four years helping adults with special needs in supported employment and seven years at Tri-Counties Regional Center managing and performing quality assurance and resource development. Sharon has been instrumental in the Ventura County community in various roles and nonprofit groups and she has been a CPR and First Aid instructor with the American Red Cross since 2005. She serves on the boards of Tri-Counties Association for the Developmentally Disabled (as the Vendor Advisory Rep.), and was a long-time board member of the Autism Society Ventura County and Partners in Housing. In 2015, she was recognized by the Autism Society of America as their Autism Professional of the Year

Tim Francis, Co-Founder and Director of Operations

Tim co-founded the organization in 2004 with his wife Sharon. His professional and educational background is in the film industry, having worked in post-production at various well-known entertainment companies. He serves as the safety officer, leads all marketing and advertising, and is the "go-to guy" for all behind-the-scenes needs of the company and staff. He has started work on various educational videos related to respite care and family support and has hopes of distributing them in the near future to inspire people to get involved.
To reach one of our amazing staff, please contact our office Receptionist at x0 who will direct you.

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CISS is a family-operated, private service organization committed to providing direct support to individuals and their dedicated caregivers/parents. We know how stressful life can be without support from friends and family.

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Local Contact: Brian Quijada
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State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD)

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State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD)

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Local Contact: Jennifer Lucas
Jennifer.lucas@scdd.ca.gov

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SCDD | State Council on Developmental Disabilities