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American Council of the Blind (ACB) is a national organization of blind, visually impaired, and sighted individuals whose purpose is to work toward independence, security, equality of opportunity, and improved quality of life for all blind and visually impaired people. ACB programs and services include: "ACB Braille Forum," a bimonthly publication available in braille, large print, on NLS-style cartridge (audio), by email subscription, podcast, and at www.acb.org. It also plays on ACB Media Netw...

California Department of Developmental Services (CDDS) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to hel...

California Department of Rehabilitation assists Californians with disabilities to obtain and retain employment and maximize their ability to live independently in their communities. Eligible individuals are assisted in finding employment and/or independent living. Vocational training and counseling are also available.California Department of Rehabilitation works in partnership with consumers and others to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality f...

California Mentor provides homes for developmentally delayed adults 18 years and older. One to two clients per home. Case management services are provided. Bi-weekly home visits with the program coordinators are made. This organization is part of the Mentor Network.

Permanent Supportive Housing is primarily directed to serving the needs of households consisting of an adult homeless person with a permanent disabling condition but also serves homeless households where the head of household is disabled. The program provides rent support and strongly encourages that qualifying participants receive ongoing support services from either the referring agency or a social service agency. Additionally, a self-sufficiency plan is developed with specific goals to assi...

Central Valley Training Center, Inc. (CVTC) strives to integrate services for people with developmental disabilities by promoting their rights and supporting each individual in acquiring the skills needed to achieve their personal goals. CVTC offers the Day Program which provides self-advocacy, community integration and employment training.

Community Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CCBVI) provides case management, personal adjustment support, accessible computer classes, orientation and mobility, independent living skills training, Braille, career development, soft skills, summer camps (ages 8-18), social and recreational programs, resources, and referrals.The mission is to assist the blind and visually impaired in the greater San Joaquin County area. Services are designed to promote cognizance of potential and self-wo...

CouponChief.com provides a detailed look at ways those with disabilities can stretch their dollars. Discounts, services, and special offers for people with disabilities are widely available. Visit couponchief.com for detailed information on how individuals with disabilities can find discounts and savings on goods and services!

Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center offers a host of free services to unpaid family caregivers in Northern California’s Gold Country counties -- Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, Colusa, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Sierra, Sutter, Yolo and Yuba. Del Oro provides the following services: Family Consultation/Case Management Services Respite Care Short-Term Counseling Legal/Financial Consultation Education and Training ...

Delta Sculling Center is available for anyone to become more fit, regain/improve health, find a new sport, enjoy the Delta, train for competition, improve their sculling technique, or find an adaptive sport.

Alan Short Center is a non-profit agency that provides opportunities to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Center creates options that encourages personal growth through programs that bolster life, communication, and vocational skills, art, and other mechanisms. Studio art utilizes varied medias and includes drawing, painting, and ceramics. Program participants have the opportunity to explore jewelry making, fabric painting/dying, sewing, crochet, photography, and cr...

Disability Resource Agency for Independent Living (DRAIL) is a non-profit corporation that is community based, consumer controlled, consumer choice, and a cross disability center for independent living. Serving the counties of Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne. DRAIL offers services that are designed to increase the independence of people with disabilities by empowering them to improve their quality of life. DRAIL services include:Technical assistance and evalu...

Disability Rights California is a non-profit organization which advances human and legal rights for persons with disabilities, providing legal assistance to protect those rights including services and issues dealing with special education, Lanterman Act, benefits (i.e. Social Security, Medi-Cal, In-Home Supportive Services), housing rights, employment rights, access to services and more.

Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) provides referrals, technical assistance, advocacy, and legal support services to parents and other interested parties in the area of disability rights. DREDF is the parent training center and information center for parents of children with disabilities in 30 Northern California counties. Those in other counties may call to inquire about services in their area.They train and educate people with disabilities and parents of children with dis...

Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Charities of San Joaquin County is a veteran organization supporting and advocating for the Veterans in the Greater San Joaquin County area. They assist indigent and physically, mentally, and socially handicapped veterans by providing scholarship programs, claim counseling, transportation, bus passes, food grants, emergency rent, and utility payments. Financial support is also offered to local disabled veteran chapters, Stockton’s Dignity’s Alcove, and Bi-Annua...

Pediatric Services offers physical and occupational therapy for school-age children living in the Stockton, Modesto, Tracy and Lodi areas.

Family Resource Network (FRN) provides information, referrals and supportive services to families raising children with special needs, as well as to professionals and college students. FRN does not diagnose disabilities and special needs. Some of the services include parent-to-parent support and referrals to community agencies that serve people with disabilities.FRN has an extensive lending library. Resources include topics of interest for parents of special needs children and professionals w...

Payee Services is designed to assist clients who receive Social Security Income (SSI) for disability and/or mental health problems manage and budget their monthly checks. They operate the largest homeless focused non-profit Representative Payee in San Joaquin County overseeing accounts totaling over six million dollars. The purpose is to provide services that ensure the payment of rent, utilities and food needs first, and then provide the recipient with funds that will provide for the purchase o...

Hanot Foundation provides residential services for the developmentally disabled. Services include full residential services, community integration, a social and recreational program, basic training in self-help skills and social development.Their mission is to provide home-like residences for developmentally disabled adults and seniors in a warm, supportive and loving environment that is least restrictive for the individual resident.

Central Valley Autism Project serves individuals with developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder. All services provided by CVAP apply the evidence-based principles of Applied Behavior Analysis tailored to meet the ever-changing needs of the individual. All services are developed and managed by highly experienced BCBAs who adhere to the standards of practice and The Guidelines for Responsible Conduct for Behavior Analysts (www.BACB.com).Services available for those of all ages ...

Little League Baseball, Inc. is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote, develop, supervise and voluntarily assist in all lawful ways, the interest of those who will participate in Little League Baseball.Through proper guidance and exemplary leadership, the Little League program assists youth in developing the qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork and physical well-being. By espousing the virtues of character, courage and loyalty, the Little League Baseball program is des...

Lodi Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) provides special education services to Lodi Unified, New Hope, and Oak View School Districts. SELPA serves children with special needs from birth to age 22 years old. Special needs include children with an array of disabilities including severe physical, emotional or learning disabilities. Some may also need a variety of support services such as speech therapy. Students must meet state and federal eligibility requirements.

Low Vision Support Group has guest speakers and links members with resources and current information. Its purpose is to let others know there is hope. The group meets the third Friday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Solstice Senior Living Retirement Facility located at 2145 West Kettleman Lane in Lodi. Please call to verify meeting days and times prior to attending. Please note that meetings are currently temporarily suspended due to Covid-19. Please call for more informati...

Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) stands alongside families in the communities they serve to assist and empower children and adults. They care for kids and adults from day one, so they get the very best treatment. And they empower families with services and support in hometowns across America to help them thrive and stay independent, including summer camps for kids, connection to support groups, information on equipment assistance from the community, and more.Upcoming events: https://www.mda....

National Organization on Disability (NOD) is a private, non-profit organization which seeks to increase the employment rate of people with disabilities by providing employment resources and addressing employment needs.Today, the National Organization on Disability focuses on increasing employment opportunities for the 80 percent of working-age Americans with disabilities who are not employed. To achieve this goal, NOD offers a suite of workforce solutions, tailored to meet leading companies’ tal...

National Stuttering Association of the Sacramento Chapter meets monthly as a support group for People Who Stutter (PWS). They offer a safe and comfortable place to openly discuss speech concerns and provides support while reminding each other they are not alone. They do allow parents and educators to join their local monthly chapter meetings. The National Stuttering Association is a non-profit self-help organization. Resources, DVD’s and a website with current research is available. In additi...

NorCal Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing-Stockton/Modesto provides services to deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind, late deafened and developmentally disabled deaf/hard of hearing individuals who are without access to community services due to linguistic and cultural barriers. This program also serves individuals with a history or tendency of abuse and emotional crisis centered around the family. All services are provided in the communication mode preferred by the client including sign langu...

RiteCare Childhood Language Center of Stockton offers quality speech-language pathology services to children and individuals of the community, utilizing best practices, current research, and individualized client-centered treatment planning. Funding for the clinic facility comes from members of the Scottish Rite organization. There is an approximate eight month to a year wait to be evaluated. After the evaluation, the child will be placed on the waiting list for therapy, if warranted. The c...

Public Guardian/Conservator’s Office assists people who need protection of their personal needs and/or estate due to their psychiatric or cognitive impairments. They also do payeeships for people who have mental health diagnoses and are receiving Social Security and/or Veterans' benefits.

In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) is a federal, state, and locally funded program designed to provide assistance to eligible aged, blind, and disabled individuals who, without this care, would be unable to remain safely in their own homes, and would be at risk of being placed in a care facility. IHSS is considered an alternative to out-of-home care, such as nursing homes or board and care facilities. Some services that can be authorized through IHSS include: housecleaning, meal preparation, lau...

San Joaquin County In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Public Authority (PA) operates a Registry of available home care providers for IHSS recipients. The IHSS PA offers training classes such as, infection control, fall prevention and dementia care and many others, via an online portal (Care Academy) and certificates are issued once a class is successfully completed. The IHSS PA is always looking for individuals who are professional, courteous and responsible to work as IHSS providers through the...

The San Joaquin County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) provides essential support to 11 Local Education Agencies (LEAs) within San Joaquin County. Their services are dedicated to assisting students with special needs from birth to 22 years of age. The SELPA's support includes: Program/Educational Specialists Career-Vocational Specialists Staff Development Opportunities Information Resources These resources ensure that students receive comprehensive and specialized education tailored to...

Child Health and Disability Prevention Program contracts with medical providers who provide complete health assessments for the early detection and prevention of the diseases and disabilities in children and youth. A complete health assessment includes a growth and development check; all needed shots and lab tests; a dental, vision, and hearing screening; and appropriate health education information. If medical problems are found during the visit, children are referred for additional medical ser...

Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS) provides equal access to educational opportunities for students with verified disabilities. Staff provide students with quality support services to ensure opportunities for maximum success at San Joaquin Delta College. Services include:counselingtesting accommodationsreader/note taker servicesinterpreter servicesuse of adaptive equipmentassistance with mobility on campusStudents should schedule an appointment to meet with a DSPS counselor. Pleas...

Mobility/Health Services provides mobility assistance to students with verified disabilities. Hourly use of electric scooters to students with verified disabilities who are registered with DSPS is also offered. They also issue ADA tables and chairs, as well as provide accommodation cards.The health component of the office provides blood pressure checks and basic life support by EMT’s.

San Joaquin Regional Transit District is the regional transit provider for San Joaquin County, serving the Stockton Metropolitan Area and the County with intercity, interregional, and rural transit services. Our primary mission is to provide a safe, reliable, and efficient transportation system for the region. Please call or visit RTD's website for more route and services details.RTD Local and Express serve the Stockton Metropolitan Area, connecting RTD’s Express, Intercity, Hopper, and Commuter...

Service First of Northern California (SFNC) is a 501(c)(3) Non-profit Public Benefit Corporation that serves as an umbrella organization and operates ten (10) community based programs. The "Service" focuses on the neediest individuals in the community. They provide supportive services to individuals that are developmentally disabled, mentally ill, physically disabled, homeless Veterans, Social Security beneficiaries, and those struggling with addiction. Services offered: Representative Payee Ser...

Spina Bifida Association is a non-profit organization which promotes the prevention of Spina Bifida and enhances the lives of all affected. This organization provides services such as:National Resource Center (information and referral service)SB Insights blogLegislative updates Publications Conferences and educational symposiumsCorporate and affiliate chapters and eventsSB-You educational webinar series for adultsSB StoriesIndividual and systems advocacy...

State Council on Developmental Disabilities North Valley Hills advocates for and protects the rights of children and adults with developmental disabilities. Public information and review of policy and practice of public and private agencies and related matters are handled there. Counties served are Amador, Calaveras, San Joaquin, Stanislaus and Tuolumne. The Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) is made up of people with intellectual/developmental disabilites, family members and community member...

Workers Compensation Appeals Board provides medical care with rehabilitation and no deductible. While recovering, workers may be paid disability payments which are tax-free. This no-fault insurance is paid by employers and supervised by the State of California.

State Disability Insurance (SDI) is a partial wage-replacement insurance plan for California workers. The SDI program is state-mandated and funded through employee payroll deductions. SDI provides affordable, short-term benefits to eligible workers. Workers covered by SDI are covered by two benefits: Disability Insurance (DI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL).The eligibility requirements are: PFL was established for workers who suffer a loss of wages when they need to take time off from work to care...

Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) has the responsibility for ensuring that appropriate programs and services are available for all students identified as students with disabilities under the IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) 2004. To achieve that end, the Special Education Department supports every student's rights to an individualized educational program that is reasonably calculated to provide meaningful educational benefit based on the student’s identified needs.The D...

Walton Special Center offers Preschool, Elementary and High School/Young Adult programs to eligible students with severe disabilities from the ages of 3 to 22.Walton also provides the Early Intervention Program to infants and toddlers, ages birth to 3, with special needs and their families. A full kitchen and nursing staff is available on-site.Walton Center offers:Trained personnelA caring and safe environmentProgram tailored for each studentSupport services include:PsychologicalSpeech and Langu...

The Arc San Joaquin provides Adult Development Programs and Supported Employment. Adult Development Programs serve persons with significant intellectual and developmental disabilities. Services help participants to become more independent through adult life skills and communication skills training. Site and community group activities provide social, leisure and volunteer opportunities. Behavior management services help individuals become aware of and better cope with challenges they may be ex...

The Arc San Joaquin Vocational Services provides supportive employment services to persons with developmental disabilities.Vocational Services: works on behalf of persons seeking employment, local employers and families who may be involved in the lives of their family member.Assistance for job seekers: Person-centered and situational assessment Job analysis to find the job best suited for job seekersCustomized employment management planJob preparation assessment and assistanceCustomized employme...

The mission of The Brighter Side of Down Syndrome (TBODS) is to enhance the quality of life for people with Down syndrome and their families. They promote awareness, understanding and acceptance of Down syndrome in San Joaquin County through educational, social and support/connection groups.New Parents Outreach: personal contact is made to extend support to parents with newborn or adopted children who have been given the diagnosis of Down syndrome. A TBODS bag with books, DVDs, and other in...

United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Calaveras and Amador Counties (UCP) is a community-based, private, non-profit organization that offers education, advocacy and direct/support services to individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities (birth through end of life). Early Intervention, assistive and adaptive technology services are also provided through their Clinical & Family Services Program.Program includes:Adult Development and Activity CentersSupported Employment: provides voc...

Pacific Speech, Hearing & Language Center provides speech therapy services to adults in the community. Clients work one-on-one with student clinicians in the University of the Pacific's Department of Speech-Language Pathology. Therapy services are provided for fluency, speech, language and voice disorders, as well as cognitive rehabilitation following head trauma or stroke. In addition, aural rehabilitation for individuals with hearing impairment to help maximize communication effectivene...

Valley CAPS provides daytime training and activities to meet the special education and recreational needs of developmentally disabled adults. Special education, recreation, day training and behavior management programs are provided.

Valley Mountain Regional Center provides diagnostic, evaluation, case management and prevention services to children and adults with developmental disabilities to include: autism, mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy and other special needs disabilities requiring treatment similar to mental retardation.