Services

Regional centers provide a wide array of services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Each center provides diagnosis and assessment of eligibility, and helps plan, access, coordinate, and monitor services and supports. Once eligibility is determined, most services and supports are free regardless of age or income; however, there are a few exceptions. For example, the Parental Fee Program requires that the parent(s) of a minor receiving 24-hour out-of-home residential services be assessed a fee for services.

Learn more: DDS Regional Center Services

The Department of Developmental Services, with input from the community, has made information packets for individuals and their families who are starting the intake process, or who want to learn more about California’s regional center system. Available in multiple languages and formats.

DDS New Patient Information Packets