2023 Annual Report - Supporting Regional Center Clients
2023 Annual Report - Supporting Regional Center Clients
Advocacy Victories Supporting Regional Center Clients
Advocacy Victories Supporting Regional Center Clients
Growing Stronger Together: Supporting Japanese & Vietnamese Regional Center Clients
Last year, DRC's Office of Clients' Rights Advocacy (OCRA) organized a virtual conference to address the unique challenges faced by smaller & often underserved Japanese and Vietnamese communities in California. The conference aimed to be a resource and build connection, providing insights into disability rights and services within Asian communities and offering guidance on navigating regional center services.
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Key Highlights
- San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran delivered a dynamic keynote presentation, sharing valuable perspectives.
Mayor Helen Tran - OCRA's team held workshops focused on Self-Advocacy Skills and the regional center Self-Determination Program, enhancing attendees' understanding of these crucial aspects.
- All conference materials and presentations were available in English, Japanese, and Vietnamese.
With an impressive turnout of almost 150 participants, the conference featured compelling stories from regional center clients and families aimed at maximizing independence and fostering community integration.
Looking Forward
DRC’s Office of Clients' Rights Advocacy (OCRA) is committed to continue to work to ensure people with intellectual and developmental disabilities receive the services they are entitled to through the California regional center system. OCRA's dedicated attorneys and advocates will continue to help clients assert their rights to services and benefits, including regional center services, education, Social Security, In-Home Supportive Services, and Medi-Cal.
