Are you an individual receiving services from WRC? Want to learn more about self-advocacy? Want to meet others who can support you in advocating for yourself? Want to get your point across and still get your needs met? Or, do you want to encourage, support or teach others the skill of advocating for themselves? If […]
We invite you to join us for our monthly online presentation on the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Program via Zoom. We will provide an overview of the IHSS Program; the types of services offered; provide suggestions on the types of information you should collect for the application and how to keep yourself organized; how to […]
This group will informally address the questions and concerns that families have about their child’s Special Education services and support. We will share information and provide specific strategies so that parents can become confident and collaborative IEP team members! Come and learn the tools and techniques necessary to ensure an appropriate and meaningful education for […]
We invite you to join us for our monthly online presentation on the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Program via Zoom. We will provide an overview of the IHSS Program; the types of services offered; provide suggestions on the types of information you should collect for the application and how to keep yourself organized; how to […]
Mission: Initiates and oversees efforts to build relationships with local state legislators, to keep them informed about issues regarding developmental disabilities, and to ensure their support of continued funding for regional centers. Specific activities include arranging face-to-face meetings, sending information to lawmakers, and participating in activities that need to be politically addressed. The Political Action Committee […]
The Self-Determination Local Advisory Committee reviews the development and ongoing progress of the Self-Determination Program, including whether the program advances the principles of self-determination and is operating consistent with the requirements of this section, and may make ongoing recommendations for improvement to the regional center and the department. This meeting is typically held on the […]
Los Angeles Asperger Syndrome Parents' Support Group This support group is for parents, relatives, guardians and caregivers of people with Asperger Syndrome (of any age). Adults with AS, as well as professionals, are also welcome. No membership or reservations are needed for this drop-in group, which provides a safe and confidential place where parents can […]
This support group focuses on the various challenges that Ethiopian families face once their child has been identified with special needs. The objective of this group is to support each other, share experiences, empower families, educate and inform families of resources, and become an organized community base resource. • • Meets the 3rd Friday of […]
This support group is for women who have the joy of having a child with special needs. You will have the opportunity to meet moms with similar experiences as yours. You will find support and learn because they all understand the same feeling and have the great fortune of having a special child. The dynamics […]
The WRC Service Provider Advisory Committee (SPAC) meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month (except August). This is a hybrid meeting as it allows you to attend and participate in person at Westside Regional Center or Via Zoom. It is open to anyone who provides a vendored service to WRC clients. WRC […]
A group affiliated with CHADD (Children & Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) with monthly meetings and different presenters every month. The West LA Chapter meetings are designed to aid adults with ADD/ADHD and parents of children with ADHD/ADD. This group meets 9 times per year (September to November, January to May) the 3rd Tuesday of each […]
Is the person you are caring for experiencing: Behavioral challenges? Challenges in thinking? Challenges in ability to self-care? Join us to share your experiences and resources and provide support to one another. This group meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 4:00 - 5:00 PM. Contact Sharon Miller for more information and […]
Our mission is to provide and ensure that people with developmental disabilities and their families have equitable access to information, resources, services, and advocacy skills that facilitate empowerment to “Level Up” their quality of care in collaboration with Westside Regional Center and the Westside Family Resource and Empowerment Center. Click here to download the flyer […]
We invite you to join us for our monthly online presentation on the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Program via Zoom. We will provide an overview of the IHSS Program; the types of services offered; provide suggestions on the types of information you should collect for the application and how to keep yourself organized; how to […]
