Community Affairs

The San Diego Regional Center is a private, nonprofit organization that serves people with developmental disabilities in San Diego and Imperial counties in California. It is a service of San Diego-Imperial Counties Developmental Services and operates nearly 20 regional centers. The center provides a variety of family support services. The San Diego Regional Center additionally offers day and after-school child care services for preschool and school-aged children up to 12 years. It offers adult education and mental health day treatment services, as well as occupation programs. In addition, the center provides transportation services that include bus and trolley passes, mileage reimbursement and vendored transportation by bus, van, taxi and other automobiles. It offers Early Start, a federally funded program that includes medical services for diagnosis and evaluation; physical, occupational and speech therapy services; and social services to provide family support, counseling and home visits. The San Diego Regional Center is located in Imperial, Calif.

The Arc is the national organization for people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities and their families. It is devoted to promoting and improving support and services for these people. The association also fosters research and education regarding the prevention of mental retardation in infants and children. The Arc was founded in 1950 and is a grassroots organization with nearly 140,000 members who are affiliated through approximately 1,000 state and local chapters throughout the United States. The company offers a variety of services, including early intervention, health care and free public education and support for their families. For adults, services and support may include preparation for employment, help in finding a job, independent living skill training, leisure and recreation activities and any other supports they need. Arc has a location in El Centro, Calif.

Imperial County Work Training Center Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting individuals with disabilities, seniors, and those facing significant barriers in achieving their employment goals and enhancing their self-worth. With over forty years of service, the organization maintains strong community ties and collaborates with various agencies to provide essential support and resources. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) since 1979, the Work Training Center offers a variety of employment services, including job development and community employment supports. The organization is committed to fostering meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities throughout Imperial County. Generated from the website