Phone (626) 966-1679

Fax (626) 339-0027

Fosters coordination between general and special education for prevention and early intervention of suspected disabilities. Also, ensures appropriate education services for individuals with disabilities by working cooperatively with other public and private agencies to support full complement of special education services for students. It ensures program availability for all children with disabilities and assistance with understanding compliance requirements.

Amber Verdi, Director

Email: averdi@cusd.claremont.edu

Phone: (909) 398-0609 Ext.72001

Ryan Ward, Coordinator

Email: rward@cusd.claremont.edu

Phone: (909) 398-0609 Ext. 72003

Gretchen Carrera, Program Specialist

Email: gcarrera@cusd.claremont.edu

Phone: (909) 398-0609 Ext. 72005

Office Staff:

Stacy Mikel, Office Manager

Email:  smikel@cusd.claremont.edu

Phone:  (909) 398-0609 Ext.72002

Heidi Hesterlee, Clerical Assistant/Transportation Support

Email:  hhesterlee@cusd.claremont.edu

Phone:  (909) 398-0609 Ext.72004

Related Services:

Jennifer Norin, Speech Therapist

Email:  jnorin@cusd.claremont.edu

Phone:  398-0609 Ext.72006

The Claremont Unified School District offers a full continuum of special education programs and services for approximately 850 students. The District is committed to providing appropriate services for students with disabilities, with an emphasis on collaborative models. Claremont’s Special Education supports and services include such options as speech and language support, adapted physical education, resource specialist support, as well as specialized classes. All programs are provided on regular education campuses; the special education staff is incorporated into the total general education staff at all schools. Claremont Unified also maintains its own Occupational Therapy Clinic and therapists at the Danbury School site for district provided OT services.

866-724-4127 x3900

Hours24 hours/day, 7 days/week

Assistive Technology

Evaluation, resources, and training

At Casa Colina, they are committed to helping people to live their best lives. Their Assistive Technology Center offers people of all ages and abilities access to state-of-the-art digital devices, software, wireless or Bluetooth-enabled equipment that can make your life more efficient and productive, as well as simply easier and safer. Their highly trained staff of licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists includes certified Assistive Technology Professionals (ATP), who will guide you at every step – from the initial evaluation through resource referrals and one-on-one training.​

Help for All Ages and Abilities

They offer a full complement of assistive technology (AT) and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices designed to further your rehabilitation and long-term functionality. The Assistive Technology Center, located inside Casa Colina Hospital, reaches out to our inpatients and outpatients with a variety of acquired or genetic medical conditions and physical disabilities. 

PASADENA LOCATION:
191 N. Oak Ave., Pasadena, CA 91107
(626)584-7420

Foothill Unity Center, a multi-service agency, serves as the region’s primary provider of integrated services that help individuals and families move out of poverty to reach economic stability. Their program model helps to advance equity in the San Gabriel Valley community. They are providing access and opportunities, removing barriers for the low-income and working poor, providing a safety net to the disadvantaged to prevent homelessness, and supporting the underserved homeless population by addressing their full spectrum of needs for the whole family.

They provide equitable, accessible, rigorous, and relevant career technical education with work-based learning experiences, to prepare students for career, advanced learning, and life.

(909) 621-6722

(626) 337-8868

(800) 491-6722

Individual advocacy– Helping you become self-empowered is the goal of SCIL’s advocacy services.

Systems Change advocacy– Representation and speaking on behalf of persons with disabilities regarding accessibility in government policies, transportation, housing, employment and many other areas.

We also have an Advocacy Group that meets the second Tuesday of every month at 9:30 AM. This group is open to anyone with a passion for disability rights.

They have a variety of groups and classes for the Disability and Aging communities.

If you would like information as to how to obtain an AT device on loan from us, please call Patrick or Chelsea at (909) 621-6722

Contact ATP

School Counselor: Jamie Razo

Office Clerk: Kim Kilton

ATP Nurse/District Nurse: Nicole Salas

School Psychologist: Dr. Jacqueline Hogarth

The Covina-Valley Unified School District Adult Transition Program (ATP) is designed for students ranging from 18 to 22 years of age with moderate to severe disabilities. Classes are located at Fairvalley High School, which provides a familiar school setting while allowing access to community-based experiences.

Students will learn financial literacy, healthy lifestyle choices, vocational skills, self-advocacy and community awareness.

Lessons learned in the ATP classroom are practiced in real-world settings. A fully functioning, on-site studio apartment enables students to practice daily living skills.

A newly added Office Space has been introduced so that students can learn soft skills such as answering phones, transferring calls, filing, organizing, resume building, computer skills and office etiquette. 

Fax: 909.652.6020

Email: Jacob.Peck@chaffey.edu

Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS)

Disabled Student Programs and Services doc (DSPS) is all about equity and making sure any student can reach his or her full potential. DSPS assists students with disabilities, so they have equal access to all educational programs and activities on campus.

Disabled Student Programs and Services provides support services to students with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, psychological disabilities, developmental delay, brain injury, visual impairments, health problems and hearing impairments.

Services

Among the array of services offered are priority registration, specialized counseling, class scheduling, mobility assistance, test proctoring, specialized tutoring, transcription services, interpreter services for hearing impaired or deaf students, and more.

Eligibility

A specific disability must be verified and there must be an educational limitation that keeps a student from fully participating in general education without additional specialized services.

Next Steps

Contact your college’s DSPS office and schedule an intake appointment with a DSPS counselor to complete the necessary paperwork, review disability documentation, and discuss services and accommodations that can address identified needs.

Rancho Cucamonga campus

Phone: 909-652-6349 or 
(909) 652-6358

eops@chaffey.edu

Michael Alexander Campus Center - Room 205

In-person Office Hours:

Monday and Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is here to make sure students disadvantaged by social, economic, educational or linguistic barriers get the resources they need to enroll and succeed at any California community college. How? By offering comprehensive academic and support counseling, financial aid and a bevy of other services aimed at keeping students from dropping out and helping them reach their educational and career goals.

EOPS students who are single parents receiving public assistance can also access the CARE program, an acronym for Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education. The CARE program offers additional support services so students can transition from welfare dependency by securing the education, training, and marketable skills needed for self-sufficiency and upward social mobility.

480 S. Indian Hill

Claremont, CA 91711

Tel: 909.621.4727

Fax: 909.624.8388

afclaremont@abilityfirst.org

Headquarters

1300 East Green St.

Pasadena, CA 91106

Tel: 626.396.1010

Fax: 626.396.1021

info@abilityfirst.org

Toll Free: 877-768-4600   

AbilityFirst™ strengthens and cultivates skills that give our participants the tools to successfully navigate each transition in life, including building social connections and independence; employment preparation, training and experience; and fun and engaging activities that offer families an opportunity to refresh and recharge. AbilityFirst is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides programs and services to help children and adults with disabilities reach their full potential.

Pomona, CA 91767

(909) 766-7340

(844) 233-6496 (Toll Free)

(909) 865-0730 (Fax)

Since 1960, Tri-City Mental Health has been the public mental health authority and primary provider of outpatient services for the residents of Claremont, La Verne and Pomona. Tri-City remains a steadfast community partner, supporting and sustaining an integrated System of Care for individuals experiencing mental health symptoms and their families.

Strengthening the community’s capacity for wellbeing, recovery and mental health is the foundation of Tri-City programming. Available services include but are not limited to prevention and early intervention services, psychotherapy, crisis support, clinical case management, medication support, peer support, linkage and referral, vocational training and support, socialization activities, and community outreach and training.
It is self-referred or through a counselor or social worker.  A police officer can refer them as well as a case manager.  

Fax: (909) 983-1166

Email: njafari@mhsinc.org

Their services at the Ontario One-Stop TAY Center are delivered in a comprehensive manner. They meet the client where they are at and strive to guide clients towards successful outcomes. They have a program that is designed to take care of the basic needs of the consumer (food, shower, laundry) while providing a more in-depth experience that involves counseling (therapy), case management, and psychiatric services. They have partnered with the County of San Bernardino to provide such a unique service throughout San Bernardino County. It is their mission to improve the lives of those they encounter and touch their lives in a special, meaningful, and long-lasting way.

They provide the following services:

Support groups

Counseling

Therapy

Case Management

Medication Management

Mentoring

Movie / TV Room

Game Room (Pool table, Board Games, Foosball)

Field Trips/Activities

Computer Access

Wi-Fi

Warm Meal

Shower

Laundry Machines

Eligibility Requirements

Drop-In Services:

• I am between 16-25 years of age

• I can provide proof of residency in San Bernardino County

For therapeutic services (Full-Service Partnership):

• I am seeking counseling (therapy) and possible medication services (assessed upon request)

• I am currently enrolled in San Bernardino County Medi-Cal or I am uninsured

• I am not receiving duplicate services anywhere else

3595 Inland Empire Blvd., Bldg. 4- Suite 100
Ontario, CA 91764
(909) 948-6050

The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.

DOR administers the largest vocational rehabilitation and independent living programs in the country. Vocational rehabilitation services are designed to help job seekers with disabilities obtain competitive employment in integrated work settings. Independent living services may include peer support, skill development, systems advocacy, referrals, assistive technology services, transition services, housing assistance, and personal assistance services.

They believe in the talent and potential of individuals with disabilities. They invest in the future through creativity, ingenuity, and innovation. They ensure their decisions and actions are informed by interested individuals and groups. They pursue excellence through continuous improvement. They preserve the public’s trust through compassionate and responsible provision of services.

Conferences are one of the best way for individuals, families, educators, care givers, service providers and all concerned to gain insights and learn concrete strategies.  The Autism Society Inland Empire is committed to bringing in national speakers, who are leaders in their field, to the Inland Empire so that individuals with autism, family members, and professionals have access to the latest and the best information.

Equity

The Autism Society Inland Empire defines equity means that all people — regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, zip code, health and ability status, or any other consideration — have equal and inviolable dignity, value, and opportunity to participate justly, fairly, and fully in all dimensions of civic and economic life, to reach their full potential. There continue to be significant disparities in identifying ASD and other developmental disabilities in young children from ethnic/racial minority backgrounds, as well as girls. Early identification of ASD, which allows for the earliest possible intervention, helps children to be their healthiest selves, yet children of color and girls are more likely to be identified at later ages—if at all. They are also under-represented in early intervention (EI) services—including speech/language therapy, occupational therapy, and special education—for developmental delays. In turn, these disparities in identification and access to services can prevent vulnerable populations from receiving necessary autism-specific interventions.

Resources

Their extensive Resource Database lists over 700 resources for the autism community in one place and is updated monthly.  New COVID-19 Resource Library.

Safety & Disaster Preparedness

The Autism Society Inland Empire is working with subject matter experts to help individuals and families know where to find life-saving resources and to prepare to survive a disaster.  In 2020, they distributed this information to over 10,000 people.  In 2021, they will be adding material on interacting with law enforcement.

Social Recreation

A sense of community and social contact is fostered in order to combat urban social problems like loneliness and isolation.  From the not-for-profit organization, Dimensions, people on the autistic spectrum and/or those with learning disabilities responded to a 2020 survey which reported 93% of respondents to feel more isolated from society as a result of COVID-19, and 76% have been made to feel that they don’t matter, in comparison to other people.  The Autism Society Inland Empire went from offering 9 social events a month to 27 each month.  A total of 2800 people connected and found a safe place to have fun and be with others who accept them.

Support

Families with a child or adults with autism are faced with many challenges: learning what services each organization provides, new vocabulary, how to access those services, and what to do when you get stuck.   Our Resource Specialists are all parents who have children or adults with autism and live in the Inland Empire.  They know it because they live it.  Reach out by phone, email or social media.  We are here to help!

System Advocacy

The Autism Society Inland Empire worksfor systems reform and policies that address the long-term success and well-being of all children. We work to affect public policy by influencing the views of policy-makers whether in a state legislature, city council, government agency, or anywhere decisions are made that affect the Inland Empire Autism Community.

(800) 966-6428 or (909) 379-7100

TDD for Hearing Impaired

Lost and Found

Contracts Department

Marketing and Communications Department

Human Resources Department

Access ADA Service, East Valley

Access ADA Service, West Valley

Omnitrans Fax Number

Omnitrans is the public transit agency serving the San Bernardino Valley, providing safe, reliable, affordable, friendly and environmentally responsible transportation. Omnitrans currently operates local and express bus routes, sbX bus rapid transit service, and Access, a paratransit service for the disabled.