Allotment of Personal Protective Equipment

Community EngagementMarch 25, 2020General Announcements

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Dear IRC Community, The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) has provided an allotment of face masks and hand sanitizer to Inland Regional Center, in response to the current health crisis. … Read More

10 Things to Know about Cerebral Palsy

Community EngagementMarch 25, 2020Blog

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March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month and we at Inland Regional Center would like to share with you some information about cerebral palsy (CP). Here are 10 things to know … Read More

Service Updates from our Executive Director

Community EngagementMarch 19, 2020Vendor Announcements

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This post is intended for IRC Service Providers. Clients and their families may also find this information helpful. In light of the current public health crisis, Inland Regional Center is … Read More

Palm Springs Issues Shelter In Place Order

Community EngagementMarch 17, 2020General Announcements

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The Palm Springs City Council has issued an order to Shelter in Place, effective 7:00 AM Wednesday March 18th, to help combat the Coronavirus outbreak. Please check local media for … Read More

Community Events Cancelled and Postponed

Community EngagementMarch 12, 2020General Announcements

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In light of COVID-19/Coronavirus, IRC and many community partners are cancelling and postponing events. These cancellations are intended to help protect our communities and combat the spread of illness such … Read More

Census 2020 Q&A

Community EngagementMarch 12, 2020Blog

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The United States Census Bureau is now conducting the 2020 Census. The 2020 Census is a count of every person who lives in the United States and five U.S. territories. … Read More

Disability and Black History Month

Community EngagementFebruary 29, 2020Blog

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Throughout Black History Month, on our social media platforms, we shared the stories of black leaders with disabilities who changed history. We are happy to share the collection with you … Read More

Listening Session Connects I.E. to State and Federal Representatives

Community EngagementFebruary 25, 2020Blog

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This content was shared with Inland Regional Center by the State Council On Developmental Disabilities. Members of IRC’s Community Engagement team, including two of our Consumer Advocates, attended the Federal … Read More

IRC Outstanding Employees – Crystal and Annette (and Blessed)

Community EngagementFebruary 6, 2020Blog, Employees

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Inland Regional Center (IRC) is an awesome place to work! If you ask our staff, they will tell you time and time again that “the people” are what make IRC … Read More

Autism Society and IRC Partner with Law Enforcement Agencies

Community EngagementFebruary 3, 2020Blog

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In a response to the Costco shooting in Corona, California, area disability agencies formed a safety task force led by the Inland Empire branch of the State Council on Developmental … Read More