PARENT RESOURCES

Regional Centers offer a wide range of benefits for families and individuals supporting autism, including:

1. Access to Services and Resources: Regional Centers connect families with essential services such as early intervention, behavioral therapy, and educational support, tailored to meet specific needs.

2. Personalized Case Management: Each family is assigned a case manager who helps navigate the system, coordinates services, and ensures that the individual’s needs are met.

3. Financial Support: Regional Centers provide funding for various services and support, helping to alleviate the financial burden on families.

4. Advocacy and Legal Support: They advocate for the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities and assist families in understanding and accessing legal protections and entitlements.

5. Transition Planning: For those moving from childhood to adulthood, Regional Centers offer guidance and resources to support a smooth transition, including vocational training, housing options, and independent living support.

6. Community Integration: Regional Centers facilitate inclusion and community integration, helping individuals develop social connections and participate in community activities.

7. Lifelong Support: Regional Centers provide ongoing support throughout the individual’s life, adapting services as needs change over time.