San Diego Regional Center: To serve and empower persons with developmental disabilities and their families to achieve their goals with community partners. Announcement from Matthew Storey, SDRC Board Chair - Executive Director Transition Home: Welcome Our Mission To serve and empower persons with developmental disabilities and their families to achieve their goals with community partners. Our Vision Persons with developmental disabilities will live productive and satisfying lives as valued members of their communities. Who We Are How We Can Help Apply For Services The San Diego Regional Center is one of 21 regional centers in California that provides support and services to persons with developmental disabilities. We are the starting point to determine eligibility for you or a loved one to receive services. We provide a variety of services to persons with developmental disabilities and their families. Services are based on the client's individual needs and intended to maximize their independence, full potential, and quality of life. Any San Diego or Imperial County resident believed to have a developmental disability may apply for services. Eligibility is determined by the social, medical, and psychological information gathered during the intake process. Send us a message
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SDP JULY 2026 : Your Path, Your Plan – Updates, Choices & Real Talk Register Today What is Self-Determination? Self-Determination is a new way to imagine, plan, and live your life. It offers more authority over what services you buy, what those services look like, and how much you pay for them. It's an opportunity to think outside the box and be creative - what do you want your life to look like and what do you need to make that happen? Whether you decide to use regional center providers or find your own, Self-Determination means YOU are in the driver's seat. Ready to complete the ORIENTATION? Join us for the next Self-Determination Local Advisory Committee meeting Self-Determination Program Team Charter Established 8/30/23 We are the Self Determination Team of the San Diego Regional Center. Although we work in different departments and play different roles, we share common goals to work collaboratively with each other and our community partners to identify ways to improve the program for everyone involved, to provide information and guidance to internal and external stakeholders, and to increase access for all members of our community. We recognize that we have the ability to affect change, and that we are at the forefront of the future of service provision. As a team, we support freedom of choice and embrace positive change. We find great joy in making a difference in people's lives, and building relationships within our community. We celebrate our partnerships with those receiving SDP services and their families. We achieve our mission when we learn about the amazing things people are doing that they may not have accomplished outside of SDP. We still have barriers to overcome and improvements to make, such as developing more resources, improving outreach, access, and efficiency, and the continued development of the SDP infrastructure to support the growing number of enrollments. We will accomplish this with teamwork, a proactive approach, training (both internally and externally), and continued outreach. We have the ability to improve communication and clarity, by serving as subject matter experts and continuing to share the most current information about the program with clients, families, staff, and community partners. We will be accessible to those who need us, to help navigate the program. We will live by example, to show others what it means to truly be person-first, to ‘think outside the box,’ to engage in ethical practices, and to reflect the mission and values of the San Diego Regional Center in our work. We are here to support, collaborate, problem solve, and do everything in our power to see people thrive. We strive to help clients and families create a vision of a more meaningful life, and to realize it through the Self Determination Program. SDP at SDRC SELF DETERMINATION PROGRAM QUICK GUIDE PHA SE 1 Attend Se lf-Determi na tion Program Orientation PHA SE 5 Start Services with the Self-Determination Program! PHA SE 2 Create your Person-Centered Plan Agree on your Individual Budget PHA SE 3 Develop Services & Spending Plan Select your FMS & Service Provider PHA SE 4 Hold SDP PCT IPP Meeting See Full Guide Complete the Self-Determination Orientation! Beginning April 1, 2026, the California State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) is the only approved provider to offer the SDP orientation statewide. Click here for DDS Directive: SELF-DETERMINATION PROGRAM: ORIENTATION UPDATE The SDP Orientation will be offered in two parts. Each part is two hours. You must complete both parts before beginning the SDP transition. Click here to go to the SCDD website Orientation Self-Determination Local Advisory Committee The San Diego Chapter meets on the 1st Thursday of every month at 11:00 am - meetings are open to the public. The meeting agenda will be posted below prior to the meeting and will list the date, time and location. Currently, all meetings are held via Zoom. Meeting minutes are posted as they are approved. If you need translation please email us at sdp@sdrc.org at least 72 hours prior to the meeting and indicate what language you need. Agenda for upcoming LAC meeting Minutes from previous meetings Serve on our Local Advisory Committee! Join Us! San Diego SDP Local Advisory Committee Meeting The committee meets the first Thursday of each month at 11:00 am Upcoming Meetings: September 3, October 1, & November 5 Follow the link below to join ZOOM meeting https://sdrc-org.zoom.us/j/83291058850 Meeting ID: 832 9105 8850 The zoom link is static and never changes; pre-registration via zoom is not required. Video Please be aware , the SDP Local Advisory Committee is not the Official SDP Orientation . If you are looking for the orientation, click HERE Participant Testimonials Play Video Play Video SDRC Self Determination Conference Play Video Play Video SDRC Life with Matthan Play Video Play Video SDRC La Vida Con Matthan Play Video Play Video Self Determination Program - Testimonial - Freedom, Choices & Options Play Video Play Video Self Determination Program - Testimonial (Spanish) - Freedom, Choices & Options Play Video Play Video SDRC Una Vida Autodeterminada Play Video Play Video Self-Determination in Action Conference - 2023 Latest Updates Additional Information Self-Determination has rules and regulations just like any other service system in California. Want to see for yourself? Check out the Department of Developmental Services Self-Determination page here . Below, you will find links to some of the resources on the DDS website as well as other resources and information. General Information Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) - CA Department of Developmental Services Self-Determination Program (SDP) - CA Department of Developmental Services Self-Determination Statute (Lanterman Act) Self-Determination Waiver Application Self-Determination Program Directives Self-Determination Program: Service Provider Background Checks Initial Person-Centered Plan (024) and General Self-Directed Supports (099) Invoicing Instructions Initial Person-Centered Plan (024) and General Self-Directed Supports (099) Invoice Self-Determination Spending Plans (English / Spanish ) Financial Management Services (FMS) A Financial Management Service (FMS) is the only required service for participants in Self-Determination. You can find a list of the FMS agencies that San Diego Regional Center partners with here . Services You can choose to use your Self-Determination budget on a variety of services. Check them out here: Service Codes Service Definitions Person-Centered Planning Creating a Person-Centered Plan is an important part of preparing for a self-determined life. While we don't know yet if funding will be available to help you develop your plan, you can find staff/ agencies available to discuss Person Centered Planning services (Service Code 024) to future Self-Determination Participants. Independent Facil ita tor An Independent Facilitator is an optional service and can help you identify and coordinate the services you choose to purchase. Staff/ agencies available to discuss Self-Determination Pre-Enrollment Supports (Serv ice Code 099) t o future Self-Determinatio n Participants. Local Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes August 6, 2026 May 7, 2026 February 5, 2026 January 15, 2026 September 4, 2025 August 7, 2025 March 7, 2025 January 2, 2025 December 7, 2024 November 7, 2024 October 3, 2024 March 21, 2024 February 15, 2024 January 18, 2024 November 16, 2023 October 19, 2023 September 21, 2023 August 18, 2023 July 20, 2023 June 15, 2023 May 18, 2023 October 20, 2022 September 15, 2022 August 18, 2022 July 21, 2022 June 16, 2022 January 27, 2022 November 18, 2021 October 25, 2021 July 15, 2021 June 17, 2021 May 20, 2021 April 15, 2021 March 18, 2021 February 25, 2021 January 21, 2021 November 17, 2020 October 22, 2020 September 17, 2020 August 27, 2020 July 23, 2020 June 25, 2020 May 22, 2020 April 30, 2020 February 7, 2020 January 3, 2020 November 22, 2019 October 30, 2019 September 27, 2019 August 29, 2019 July 19, 2019 June 25, 2019 May 28, 2019 April 30, 2019 March 15, 2019 January 11, 2019 Service Providers: Self-Determination needs YOU! Stay tuned for more information and send any questions to sdp@sdrc.org .

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Meet our Board The Board of Directors of the San Diego-Imperial Counties Developmental Services, Inc., reflects the geographic and ethnic composition of the population of San Diego and Imperial counties. Membership comprises a minimum of 50% persons with developmental disabilities or family members of persons with developmental disabilities. In addition, a minimum of 25% must be clients. Board members are individuals with an interest and/or knowledge of developmental disabilities with legal , management, board governance, financial, or developmental disability program expertise. Officers Matthew Storey Chair Matthew Storey is a special education and civil rights attorney in San Diego and practices throughout California. He has extensive knowledge and understanding of federal and state legal obligations specifically for children under the age of 22, and ... Continue reading Chris Hodge Vice Chair Chris Hodge is a parent of a son who has cerebral palsy and hearing issues. Mr. Hodge’s son is served by the San Diego Regional Center. Mr. Hodge has been followed by the San Diego Regional Center, through the public school, and through CCS. Continue reading Virginia Bayer Secretary Virginia Callaghan Bayer is a retired Naval Officer and the mother of four children, three of whom are currently serving on active duty. She has served on the Special Education Parents Advisory Council of Coronado, the Coronado Woman’s Club, and the Camp Able Board of Directors. Continue reading Tessie Bradshaw Treasurer Tessie Bradshaw has a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Food Science. She formerly worked for 19 years at the Exceptional Family Resource Center as a family support liaison, training specialist, and support group facilitator. Continue reading David Hadacek Immediate Past Chair Dave Hadacek is a strong advocate on behalf of people with developmental disabilities. He is currently serving his fourth seven-year term on the San Diego Regional Center Board of Directors. Continue reading Yasuko Mason Member at Large Ms. Mason has dedicated her life to helping people with developmental and intellectual disabilities and understands the importance of receiving quality services. Her son, a client of SDRC, is autistic and has Epilepsy. Ms. Mason spent part of her career at the Exceptional Family Resource Center (EFRC) working with the families we serve. Continue reading Members Elmo Dill Board Member Pamela Ehlers Board Member Wendy Forkas Board Member Lucia Garay Board Member Josefina Ledesma Board Member Laura Oakes Board Member Kimberly Rucker Board Member Mark Uyeda Board Member Taylor Wiesner Board Member Cali Williams Board Member 2026 Board Meeting Schedule The San Diego-Imperial Counties Developmental Services, Inc. Board of Directors meets regularly on the second Tuesday of the month at 12:00 p.m. All board meetings are open to the public. The January Board meeting is held in conjunction with the annual meeting and does not always fall on the second Tuesday. The Board does not meet in July or December. Currently, Board meetings are held in person at the San Diego Regional Center offices located at 4355 Ruffin Road, San Diego, California 92123 in Suite 100 and by Zoom webinar (unless otherwise stated). To register to attend the Zoom meeting, please click the appropriate link below. January 20, 2026 - Annual Meeting at the DoubleTree Mission Valley In person only - No Zoom mtg Register Here February 10 - Zoom meeting March 10 - Zoom meeting April 14 - at the SDRC El Centro offices and by Zoom May 12 - Zoom meeting June 9 - Zoom meeting No Regular Meeting in July August 11 - Zoom meeting September 8 - Zoom meeting Octo ber 13 - Zoom meeting N ovember 10 - Zoom meeting No Regular Meeting in December Past Meeting Minutes Agenda in English and Spanish Interpretation Services : To request interpretation services for a Board meeting, please email SDRC-Executive@sdrc.org at least five calendar days before the meeting. Requests received fewer than five days in advance may not be able to be accommodated. Board of Directors Materials Current Board Meeting Materials Materiales de la reunión de la Junta Directiva en español Contract for Board Approval Brilliant Corners (Acquisition) PY4448 Last updated October 6, 2026

Apply for Services San Diego and Imperial County To Learn More About Regional Center Services and Eligibility For San Diego and Imperial Counties: Individuals Age 3 and Over email us at intake@sdrc.org or call 858-576-2938 For Children Age 0-3 email us at Esint@sdrc.org or call 858-496-4318 Anchor 1 Apply for Early Start Services for Children 0-3 Years Old Your request for service starts with a phone call. The EFRC Family Support Liaison will explain the Early Start Program and gather information about your child needing services during the call. The coordinator will secure your permission to share the information with the Local Education Agency infant program. A referral is made for a service provider to contact you for an evaluation if your child has not had one. A service coordinator is then assigned to coordinate the assessments and plan for needed support and services. Eligibility must be determined within 45 days of the initial request. If the child is found eligible for the program, an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) is developed in collaboration with the family and any other participating agencies providing early intervention services. If the child is found not eligible, the family will be referred to other appropriate resources to address their concerns. In San Diego and Imperial County, the intake process for California Early Start was designed to allow for multiple points of entry into the program. A referral can be made to one of several participating agencies to request service. A Guide to CA RC Services System Link to Intake Guide on DDS' Website Apply for Services for Individuals Age 3 and Over The request for services generally starts with a phone call to an On-Call Coordinator who explains the SDRC services and gathers information about the applicant. If the applicant is deemed appropriate for an assessment, an Intake Service Coordinator is assigned to his or her case and contacts the family to schedule an appointment. The appointment provides an overview of available services through SDRC and an explanation of the intake process. The application forms are also completed with the help of the coordinator. Eligibility is required to be determined within 120 days following the intake meeting. If the applicant is eligible for regional center services, a meeting is held to formulate an Individual Program Plan (IPP). The plan must be completed within 60 days of the eligibility determination. For ongoing services, the case is transferred to a Client Services unit serving the geographic area in which the client resides. If a person is found not eligible for services within the regional center's definition of a developmental disability, the coordinator will refer the person to community resource(s), and the case will be closed. If the person and family disagree with the decision, they will be given information about the appeal process. To Start a Request For Services (Ages 3 and Over) 1) Submit the Initial Contact Form(s). Please read new instructions/procedures before submitting the electronic Initial Contact Form via SeamlessDocs. Initial Contact Form for Ages 3-17 : English | Spanish | Farsi | Arabic | Vietnamese | Tagalog | Chinese Initial Contact Form for Ages 18 and Up : English | Spanish | Farsi | Arabic | Vietnamese | Tagalog | Chinese *MUST be initiated by the adult applicant or legally appointed conservator. 2) The SDRC Intake Services will review the information and contact you. 3) Download the Resource List of Services in the San Diego area.

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SDRC Office Locations In order to serve you better, we have offices around San Diego County and Imperial Valley Main Office 4355 Ruffin Rd, Suite 200 San Diego, CA 92123 Phone: (858) 576-2996 Fax: (858) 576-2873 North County 300 Rancheros Drive, 4th Floor, Suite 400 San Marcos, CA 92069 Phone: (760) 736-1200 Fax: (760) 736-1262 East County 7787 Alvarado Road La Mesa, CA 91942 Phone: (619) 596-1000 Fax: (619) 596-1098 South Bay 2727 Hoover Avenue, Suite 100 National City, CA 91950 Phone: (619) 336-6600 Fax: (619) 477-6248 Imperial Valley 3095 N. Imperial Ave. El Centro, CA 92243 Phone: (760) 355-8383 North Inland 15015 Avenue of Science, Suite 250 San Diego, CA 92128 phone: (858) 924-8700 fax: (858) 924-0878 South Inland 2300 Boswell Road, Suite 200 Chula Vista, CA 91914 phone: (619) 489-3200 fax: (619) 489-3299 SDRC Office Locations Contact Us Get in touch with the San Diego Regional Center to learn more about services or how you can get involved. Send Message Thanks for your submission! Office Closures Office Closures 2026 Monday January 19, 2026 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday February 16, 2026 Presidents’ Day Monday May 25, 2026 Memorial Day Friday July 3, 2026 Independence Day Monday September 7, 2026 Labor Day Wednesday November 11, 2026 Veterans Day Thursday November 26, 2026 Thanksgiving Day Friday November 27, 2026 Agency Day Thursday December 24, 2026 Christmas Eve Friday December 25, 2026 Christmas Day

Transparency Contracts Governance Policies Reporting Resources Board Member Roster Board Officers: Matthew Storey, Chair Chris Hodge, Vice-Chair Virginia Bayer, Secretary Tessie Bradshaw, Treasurer Terri Colachis, ARCA Representative David Hadacek, Immediate Past Chair Yasuko Mason, Member at Large Board Directors: Elmo Dill Pamela Ehlers Wendy Forkas Lucia Garay Josefina Ledesma Laura Oakes Kimberly Rucker Mark Uyeda Taylor Wiesner Cali Williams

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