Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HH)

…Stay tuned for more! VideoAsk: Listening Sessions Information about IRC’s 2023 Purchase of Service (POS) Data and Survey Direct Link to Video POS Survey (ASL) Information about IRC’s Language and Cultural Initiative Listening Sessions Direct Link to Video Additional Information: Language and Cultural Initiative Listening Session – American Sign Language Title: CFS Fact Sheet in ASL Information about the Coordinated Family Support (CFS) Services Pilot…

The Pitfalls of Gatekeeper Advocates: Protecting the Integrity of Advocacy

Dr. CJ Cook, DBABlog

…support to facilitate their participation, we empower individuals to advocate for themselves and create positive change that aligns with their goals and aspirations. Through mentorship, guidance, and support, advocates can help individuals develop the tools and confidence to navigate complex systems, challenge inequalities, and create positive change from within. In essence, being a good advocate means addressing immediate needs and investing in the long-term empowerment…

Access & Equity for Deaf Children – Workshop for Professionals

Community Engagement

These workshops are intended for professionals working with deaf and hard of hearing children aged 0-22 who have additional disabilities. The word “deaf” is meant to be an inclusive term to describe the entire spectrum of people with hearing differences, from a mild unilateral hearing difference to profound bilateral hearing levels. Please note, this event is hosted by a community partner, not Inland Regional Center….

Access & Equity for Deaf Children – Workshop for Families

Community Engagement

These workshops are intended for families of deaf and hard of hearing children aged 0-22. The word “deaf” is meant to be an inclusive term to describe the entire spectrum of people with hearing differences, from a mild unilateral hearing difference to profound bilateral hearing levels. Please note, this event is hosted by a community partner, not Inland Regional Center. It is highly recommended that…

Social Recreation and Camp are Back!

Dr. CJ Cook, DBABlog

Estimated Reading Time: 4 Minutes On May 3, 2022, Inland Regional Center (IRC) was notified that the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) has approved the Respite, Social Recreation, Camping, Non-Medical Therapies, and Education Services Purchase of Services (POS) policies which will go into effect on July 1, 2022. This approval is exciting, and we are happy to share this news with you! IRC’s goals are…

We want to hear from you!

Community Engagement

Each fiscal year regional centers and the Department of Developmental Services gather information on how services and supports are purchased. This information is referred to as Purchase of Service (POS) data. We welcome the IRC community to attend this meeting and share input, suggestions and ideas on we can better spend money on programs to better serve our community! Meeting Agenda The latest 2017 POS

¡Queremós saber su opinión!

Community Engagement

Cada año fiscal, los centros regionales y el Departamento de Servicios del Desarrollo recopilan información sobre cómo se compran los servicios y los apoyos. Esta información se conoce como datos de Compra de Servicio (POS). Le damos la bienvenida a la comunidad de IRC para que asista a esta reunión y comparta opiniones, sugerencias e ideas sobre cómo podemos gastar mejor dinero en programas para…