activities · 13
what they do
direct service · 10
- Annual performance contracting and oversight Developmental Disabilities Service Performance AssessmentEnters into an annual performance contract with the Department of Developmental Services that includes measurable goals and objectives to improve services and outcomes, and conducts year-end performance review meetings to assess organizational performance.
- Community transition support events Disability Transition Support ServicesHosts Transition Fairs in Stanislaus County to support individuals with developmental disabilities as they move between life stages or service systems.
- Complaint and rights protection process Title VI and Rights Violation Complaint ResolutionOperates a formal complaint process under Section 4731 to address allegations of denied rights, including discrimination, retaliation, and bias, by the regional center or contracted providers, and upholds a zero-tolerance policy for such violations.
- Complaint and rights protection process Title VI and Rights Violation Complaint ResolutionOperates a formal complaint process under Section 4731 to address allegations of discrimination, retaliation, or bias by the regional center or its contracted providers. Maintains a zero-tolerance policy for rights violations and allows complaints to be filed directly with VMRC, DDS, or other agencies.
- Lifelong support services for individuals with developmental disabilities Developmental Disability Rights AdvocacyProvides lifelong services, advocacy, and support to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in partnership with the California Department of Developmental Services.
- Lifelong support services for individuals with developmental disabilities Developmental Disability Rights AdvocacyProvides lifelong services, advocacy, and support to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in partnership with the California Department of Developmental Services. Services are governed by an annual performance contract with the Department of Developmental Services that includes measurable goals and objectives.
- Public transparency and access to organizational documents Public Board Meeting Notices & Transparency ComplianceMaintains and publishes board meeting agendas and approved minutes, and provides public access to reports, audits, and operational documents in compliance with WIC Section 4629.5(b) to promote transparency and responsible use of public funds.
- Quality assessment and service data oversight Public Accountability Reporting & ForumsConducts NCI quality assessment meetings and meetings related to purchase of service data collection as part of ongoing performance oversight and service accountability.
- Transition support events Disability Transition Support ServicesHosts Transition Fairs in Stanislaus County to support individuals with developmental disabilities as they move from school-based to adult services.
- Transparency and public reporting Public Financial Disclosure & Audit ComplianceMakes public reports, audits, and operational documents available to ensure transparency and compliance with state requirements under WIC Section 4629.5(b), promoting responsible use of public funds.
capacity building · 3
- Funding and development of supportive housing and crisis facilitiesProvides grants to fund the acquisition, renovation, and rehabilitation of supportive housing and crisis care facilities for individuals with developmental disabilities, including a 16-unit multi-family home and an Adult Community Crisis Home.
- Funding for housing and crisis care infrastructureProvides grants to support the acquisition, renovation, and rehabilitation of housing and crisis care facilities for individuals with developmental disabilities, including a $1.6 million grant for a 16-unit multi-family home, $750,000 for an Adult Community Crisis Home, and $835,020 for Crisis Support Services.
- Grant funding for crisis support servicesProvides $835,020 in grant funding to the University of New Hampshire’s Center for START Services to support crisis intervention services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
strategies · 15
how they think
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- Collaborative conflict resolution prior to formal appeals collaborative conflict resolutionSeeks to resolve disagreements over services or eligibility through direct, collaborative meetings with individuals and families before escalating to formal appeal processes.
- Collaborative conflict resolution prior to formal appeals collaborative conflict resolutionSeeks to resolve disagreements over services or eligibility through direct, collaborative meetings before escalating to formal appeal processes.
- Collaborative, team-based service delivery collaborative_care_modelUses a collaborative care model that integrates internal staff and community partners to design and deliver holistic, coordinated support services.
- Collaborative, team-based service delivery collaborative_care_modelEngages internal staff and community partners in a coordinated, team-based approach to design and deliver holistic support services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Lifelong, coordinated support through public partnership lifelong_support_modelOperates as a regional center in sustained partnership with the California Department of Developmental Services to deliver coordinated, lifelong support services tailored to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Lifelong, coordinated support through public partnership lifelong_support_modelOperates as a regional center in sustained partnership with the California Department of Developmental Services to provide coordinated, lifelong services tailored to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Performance-driven accountability with measurable outcomes performance-based_contractingImplements annual performance contracts with measurable goals to improve service quality and drive better outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Performance-driven accountability with public transparency performance-based_contractingUses annual performance contracts with measurable goals and public disclosure of operational and financial data to ensure accountability, improve service quality, and build trust in the use of public funds.
- Person-centered planning with self-determination person-centered_supportPrioritizes individual choice, personal goals, and self-determination by supporting person-centered planning that empowers individuals and families to make informed decisions about services and outcomes.
- Person-centered planning with self-determination person-centered_supportEmpowers individuals with developmental disabilities through person-centered planning and self-determination, enabling them to make choices and pursue personally meaningful outcomes.
- Supported employment and career pathway development supported_employmentFacilitates employment for individuals with developmental disabilities through coordinated career pathways and supported employment programs.
- Supported employment and career pathway development supported_employmentFacilitates employment for individuals with developmental disabilities through coordinated career pathways and supported employment programs that link training, placement, and ongoing support.
- Transparent governance and public accountability transparent_governancePromotes openness and accountability through public disclosure of financial and operational data, as well as transparent governance via public meetings.
- Virtual care expansion through telehealth telehealth_servicesIncreases access to essential health services, particularly dental care, by utilizing telehealth and other virtual delivery models for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Virtual care expansion through telehealth telehealth_servicesExpands access to essential health services, particularly dental care, using telehealth and other virtual delivery models.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Adulthood Services
Offers support services for adults with developmental disabilities, including residential, employment, and day programs
Appeals and Complaints Process
Formal process for individuals and families to appeal service decisions or file complaints regarding rights violations
Community Placement Plan (CPP) Grant Program
Funds community-based residential, employment, and day programs for individuals with developmental disabilities through competitive grants
Early Childhood Services
Supports children from birth to age 3 with developmental disabilities and their families through early intervention programs
School-Age Services
Provides lifelong support and services for school-aged individuals with developmental disabilities
Self Determination Program
Empowers individuals with developmental disabilities to make choices about their own services and supports
relationships · 10
who they work with
- Brilliant Corners Partner — Funded acquisition and development of crisis and behavior support homes for adults and children with developmental disabilities.
- California Department of Developmental Services Government — Collaborates with DDS on the National Core Indicators survey to gather feedback on developmental disability services.
- California Department of Developmental Services Government — Partner agency responsible for overseeing regional centers and funding lifelong services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Community Medical Center Partner — Funded virtual dental program to improve access to oral health services.
- Department of Developmental Services Government — Collaborates with DDS on appeals, complaints, and whistleblower processes, and directs individuals to DDS resources for formal procedures.
- Department of Developmental Services Government — State agency with which the regional center enters into an annual performance contract
- Stanislaus Housing Authority Partner — Funded multi-family home renovation project for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- State Council on Developmental Disabilities Government — SCDD representative George Lewis participated in the National Core Indicator Report event, indicating an affiliated partnership.
- University of New Hampshire Partner — Funded crisis support services through the Center for START Services.
- Welfare and Institutions Code Government — Complies with WIC Section 4629.5(b) requirements for public access to information.