…Recreation, Respite, Self-Determination and more, with a keynote address from Felipe Garcia – IRC’s Director of Children and Transition Services. The Service Access and Equity Conference is intended for IRC parents, guardians, and IRC clients 16 and older. Attendees are able to register by using the following link: Register here: www.inlandrc.org/sae23 For more information on the conference, please visit our calendar page for details or…
2023 Summer Camp Guide is Now Available!
…Camp can also be funded as a form of out-of-home respite. If the camp is not vendored – Regional Center can reimburse the family for the cost of camp. Mileage to and from the camp can be reimbursed. Contact your Regional Center caseworker to add goals and services to your Individualized Program Plan (IPP). Camps fill up quickly – usually March, however we have no…
The Vendor Advisory Committee: Who, What, When, Where, Why
…If you are interested in joining the VAC board for an open category representative position, Residential Level 2-3 or Residential Level 4, please contact the Membership Committee Chair, Ruth Goodsell at [email protected] VAC Contacts Position Name Email Chair/Member-at-Large April Stewart [email protected] Co-Chair/Transportation Felecia Arnold [email protected] Secretary/Respite Jenn Delgado jdelgado@inlandrespite.com Membership/Member-at-Large Ruth Goodsell [email protected] Day Programs Lynn De Anda [email protected] Infant/Children Programs Johana Caicedo [email protected] Health…
Assembly Budget Hearing – March 7, 2018
…lift the cap on respite hours. Now it’s time to restore social recreation and camp. Doing so will increase community access, and support families, particularly those whose only service preference were these options. You can learn more at www.restoremyservices.net. 4. Build affordable housing For generations, developmental centers were the only housing option the state provided for people with developmental disabilities. With centers closing, we have…
10 Things to Know about Cerebral Palsy
…8. Children and adults with CP play a vital role in our communities. Having the right services and supports help people with cerebral palsy live healthier, active lives. Service plans for IRC clients are individualized to meet individual needs and goals. Transportation, In-home respite, and supported living services are Common Services for IRC clients with CP. 9. People with cerebral palsy deserve to be treated…
Finding Services Made Easier
…Listing is a guide that was put together to help our community understand the types of services they may be able to receive, from employment, to housing, transportation, respite, and more! The Common Services Listing, available in English and Spanish, is a basic guide that covers the most common services provided. It is important to know that this is not a complete list of all…
Training Tech Updates for IRC Service Providers
…talk to me. Tell us about your department! Christina Gonzalez (CG): The Quality Assurance or “Q.A.” unit oversees Consumer vendored services. We oversee residential facilities, day programs, work programs, respite, and a variety of children’s services. We work in conjunction with Service Coordinators and Vendors to meet regulatory standards, as well as improving the quality of services our Consumers receive. Jessica Lemons (JL): Yes, our…
Vendor Fair a Box Office Hit – Photo Essay
Estimated Reading Time: < 1 Minute On September 5, IRC’s Quality Assurance team hosted the 2018 Vendor Fair. It was movie themed and the booths hosted by our Service Providers were spectacular! Services ranging from Early Start programs to respite to supported living services were represented at more than 85 booths! Thank you, Service Providers, for your time, information, and the awesome goodies. For more…
2018 Holiday Celebrations: An IRC Photo Story
…IRC staff With Sponsorship from: Inland Respite, Pathways, Inc., and In-Roads Creative Programs, Kaiser, 24Hr Home Health Care, Shella, Ingram Micro, Maulin Home Care, and the Law Offices of Sheela A. Stark Guests: IRC Consumers and their families, nominated by their Service Coordinator Festivities included: Santa photos, a pizza party, a visit with Star Wars characters, serenades by Christmas Carolers, face painting, free books and…
Diversity Outreach Continues at Inland Regional Center
…they can apply at home are interested in ABA, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and respite feel more services are needed for transitioning their children from school into adulthood/employment, etc. feel as though they have a strong network of family and friends Additionally, parents have reported that after attending training they: feel more confident being with their child in public understanding the importance of written documentation…