NLACRC PUBLICATIONS
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*Please note that the information in these publications is subject to change and NLACRC cannot guarantee the accuracy of the content of the publications and resources on this page.
RECOMMENDED
The "recommended" publications are a great source of information for families new to regional center, or who would like to brush up on general knowledge. The optional publications are for those who would like to extend their knowledge in particular areas.
1. NLACRC General Information
(NLACRC Información General)
>> view the brochure (English)
>> view the brochure (Spanish)
2. NLACRC Service Standards
(Normativas de Servicio)
>> view the document (English)
>> view the document (Spanish)
3. Consumer Rights Complaint Process
(Procedimiento de Resolución de Quejas Sobre los Derechos de los Consumidores)
>> view the brochure (English)
>> view the brochure (Spanish)
4. Building Partnerships, Supporting Choices (DDS brochure)
(Creando Asociaciones Apoyando Decisiones)
>> view the brochure (English)
>> view the brochure (Spanish)
5. A Consumer's Guide to the
Lanterman Act
(Una Guía para el Consumidor Del
Acta Lanterman)
>> view the booklet (English)
>> view the booklet (Spanish)
6. More Than a Meeting: A Pocket Guide to the Person-Centered Individual Program Plan
(Mas Que Una Reunion: Una Guía del Bosillo para el Plan de Programa Individual Centrado en la Persona)
>> view the booklet (English)
>> view the booklet (Spanish)
7. Family Cost Participation Guide (for Early Start & School Age Families)
>> view the guide (English)
>> view the guide (Spanish)
8. Web Site Resources
>> view the document (English)
9. Support Groups
>> view the document (English)
PREVENTION PROGRAM & EARLY START
Prevention Program informational brochure in English & Spanish
>> view the brochure
Prevention Program & confidentiality procedures
>> view the brochure in English
>> view the brochure in Spanish
Prevention & Early Start Program Eligibility Criteria
>> view the brochure
OTHER PUBLICATIONS
Lanterman Act
>> Go to the DDS page to view
Children's Benefits Access Guide
Published by the Disability Rights Legal Center and L.A. Care Health Plan, the guide sets out the health care and related benefits available under Medi-Cal and other governmental programs to children with disabilities, and analyzes agency responsiblity to coordinate, provide and pay for services for eligible children with disabilities.
>> view the guide
Autism Speaks: Family Services Transition Tool Kit
Autism Speaks has developed a unique guide and roadmap to help families on the journey from adolescence to adult life. The free Tool Kit, developed in conjunction with both parents and professionals, features a wealth of practical and actionable information, as well as links to valuable resources.
>> view the tool kit
Bandaging the Budget booklet
A consumer-friendly resource guide for free or low-cost services in Los Angeles County. Published by the Self-Advocacy Board of LA County (Vendar el Presupuesto: Una guia de los recursos para el consumidor de servicios gratuitos o de bajo costo en el Condado de Los Angeles).
>> view the booklet
>> view the booklet (Spanish)
Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders: A Resource Guide for Parents
Published by the University of Southern California University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, Childrens Hospital Los Angeles and the Epilepsy Foundation of America.
>> view the guide
NEW! - Denti-Cal FAQs: Elimination of Most Adult Dental Services Beneficiary Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Published by the California Medi-Can Dental Program
>>view the document
NEW! - Health Care Options: My Medi-Cal Choice for Health Care (Opciones Para El Cuidado de la Salud)
Flyer with telephone numbers to call if you have questions about your Medi-Cal health plan choices.
>> view the flyer (English)
>> view the flyer (Spanish)
NEW! - Important Medi-Cal Changes for People with Disabilities and Seniors (Nuevas Reglas e Medi-Cal Para las personas con discapacidades y las personas de la tercera edad)
Flyer with basic information about important changes to Medi-Cal.
>> view the flyer (English)
>> view the flyer (Spanish)
NEW! - Fact Sheet: California's 1115 Waiver and Enrollment of Seniors and People with Disabilities into Medi-Cal Health Plans (English only)
>> view the fact sheet
Office of Clients' Rights Advocacy
>> view the Office of Client's Rights Advocacy brochure
>> Vea La oficina de los derechos del consumidor
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OPTIONAL
The "optional" publications are for those who would like to develop increased knowledge or learn about more about a specific topic.
*Please note that the information in these publications is subject to change and NLACRC cannot guarantee the accuracy of the content of the publications and resources on this page.
10. Learning Opportunities Directory
Listing of occupational centers, community colleges, and universities in the NLACRC catchment area with information about disability programs specific to each of the schools and centers.
>> view the directory (English)
11. How to Manage Your Money
Learn about the basics of how to manage your money.
>> view the brochure (English)
12. A Nice Place to Live
Learn about what to look for when choosing a nice place to live.
>> view the brochure (English)
13. Transition Web Site Resources
Web sites that may be helpful in the transition from high school to adulthood.
>> view the document (English)
14. Autism Web Site Resources
A list of web sites that may be useful to individuals who would like to learn more about autism.
>> view the document (English)
15. Consumer & Family Services & Supports: Resources for Consumers and Families
Learn more about the types of resources and supports available to consumers and families.
>> view the brochure (English)
16. Person-Centered Planning: A Guide for Consumers
Learn about the importance of person-centered planning for consumers.
>> view the brochure (English)
17. Person-Centered Planning: A Guide for Families
Learn about the importance of person-centered planning for families.
>> view the brochure (English)
18. Choosing Your Home: Options for People with Developmental Disabilities
Learn about the options available to consumers when choosing a home.
>> view the brochure (English)
19. Living On Your Own: Independent Living Services
Learn more about Independent Living Services (ILS) and what's available to you.
>> view the brochure (English)
20. Living On Your Own: Supported Living Services
Learn more about Supported Living Services (SLS) and what's available to you.
>> view the brochure (English)
21. Employment Opportunities
>> view the brochure (English)
22. Rights of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities (Derechos de Personas Incapacitadas)
>> view the handout (English & Spanish))
23. Thinking Ahead: My Way, My Choice, My Life at the End (Mis Planes a Mi Manera, Mis Decisiones, El Final de Mi Vida)
>> view the booklet (English)
>> view the brochure (Spanish)
24. Natural Supports . . . They're All Around You (Los Apoyos Naturales - están a nuestro alrededor)
>> view the booklet (English)
>> view the brochure (Spanish)
25. From Process to Action: Making Person-Centered Planning Work
(Del Proceso a la Acción: Cómo lograr que la planificación centrada en la persona dé resultado)
>> view the booklet (English)
>> view the booklet (Spanish)
26. Boardsmanship: Inclusive and Accessible Membership, Decision Making & Success
>> view the brochure (English)
27. Feeling Safe, Being Safe: My Personal Safety in an Emergency
>> view the brochure (English)
28. Being Healthy My Way - Guide to Healthy Living (Estar Saludable - A Miaodo Sentirese Bien La Alimentación El Ejercicio Cereal OJ Guía Para Una Vida Saludable)
>> view the brochure (English)
29. Making My Own Choices
>> view the brochure (English)
30. Leadership Through Personal Change - Think, Plan, Do
>> view the brochure (English)
31. Home Safety Emergency Plan (Only available by mail. Send a request to sarai@nlacrc.org)
32. The Legislative Process: A Citizen's Guide to Participation
>> view the brochure (English)
33. The Budget Process: A Citizen's Guide to Participation
>> view the brochure (English)
34. Autism Parent Handbook: Answers to Common Questions (Autismo Manual Para Padres: Respuestas a algunas preguntas comunes)
>> view the handbook (English)
>> view the handbook (Spanish)
35. IEP Strategy - Understanding the Process So You Can Get What You Need
>> view the IEP Strategy Guide (English)
36. What are my Medi-Cal Choices? - A guidebook for seniors and people with disabilities who have Medi-Cal (Cuáles son mis opciones de Medi-Cal? Este libro es para las personas con discapacidades y para las personas de la tercera edad que tienen Medi-Cal)
>> view the guidebook (English)
>> view the guidebook (Spanish)
>>Go to the Dept. of Health Care Services to view other languages or for other formats
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Several other agencies offer a number of very useful publications online, many of which are available in different languages.
Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
Several of the DDS publications are included on this page and there are many others available on the DDS Web site.
>> view web site
Early Start Program
The Early Start Program is for children ages 0-36 months who have a developmental disability or who may be at risk for developing a disability. Their publications include guides for families, the rights of parents, family resource centers, and a new publication called Reasons for Concern a brochure that was developed to facilitate finding and identifying infants and toddlers who may benefit from early intervention services and for encouraging appropriatereferrals to Early Start.
>>view web site
Disability Rights California
formerly Protection & Advocacy, Inc. (PAI),
Disability Rights California is a nonprofit that works with people with disabilities to protect, advocate for, and advance human and legal rights. Their publications address issues such as advocacy, health benefits, housing, immigration, transportation, and several others.
>> view web site
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
Most of the publications on this site are free. There may be a nominal charge for some. Topics include the special education process, IDEA-related publications, parent guides, transition guides, and many more.
>> view web site
NLACRC Multimedia Libraries
NLACRC’s Multimedia libraries offer information and resources
about developmental disabilities including books, magazines,
videos, community resource guides, assisted Internet searches,
individualized information packets, and audio tapes. Some
materials are also available in other languages.
Many of our resources can be checked out while others are
reserved for library use only.
The San Fernando Valley and Antelope Valley libraries are
open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. by appointment.
Van Nuys Library
Please call (818) 756-6288
Lancaster Library
Please call (661) 951-1271
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