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All offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day as we honor those who served. Regular business hours will resume on Thursday, November 12, 2026.

If you have a medical emergency, please call 9‑1‑1. For urgent matters, you may contact our 24‑hour after‑hours line at (818) 778‑1900.

Service Providers:  DDS Directive Protecting Privacy Rights of Individuals Served & Their Families

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Services for You

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Who We Serve

NLACRC currently serves more than 35,000 consumers as of June 2024 and has supported consumers and their families in the San Fernando, Santa Clarita, and Antelope Valleys for 50 years.

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Would you like to find out if you or a family member is eligible to receive services through North Los Angeles County Regional Center?
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Service Providers

NLACRC works with hundreds of highly skilled service providers who provide
community-based, person-centered services. These providers are committed to
our excellence in meeting the needs of individuals with developmental
disabilities, and their families.
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Self Determination

NLACRC’s Self-Determination Program provides eligible participants with the
opportunity to develop and implement person-centered plans based on an
individualized budget that the participants controls, within program guidelines.

Parent University

Parent University features informative and visually engaging animated videos covering essential topics that support individuals and families throughout their journey with NLACRC. Whether you’re new to our community or simply looking to deepen your understanding of our services, this series offers valuable insights and practical guidance.

Emergency Preparedness

When disaster strikes, every second counts—are you and your family truly ready? Click here to access our comprehensive guides, download essential checklists, and gather the resources you need to build a resilient emergency plan today.

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Community

2027 Jynny Retzinger Community Service Award Nominations

October 31, 2026

Jynny Retzinger Nomination Deadline: March 1, 2027 Complete Online Jynny Retzinger Nomination Jynny Retzinger was a long-time member of the North Los Angeles County Regional Center Board of Trustees. She...
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Important Message From NLACRC

October 28, 2026

Dear NLACRC Community, Later this week, the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) will be releasing a directive urging all regional centers to actively support individuals and families in light of...
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National Core Indicator (NCI) In-Person Survey 2026

October 28, 2026

The NCI survey is for adults who are 18 years or older and receive at least one service from a regionalcenter. There will be an interview held in person to...
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Resource Alert: Medi-Cal Changes for Qualified Non-Citizens

October 02, 2026

Dear Community- Please see attached resources from our partners at DPSS with information about upcoming changes to Medi-Cal for Qualified Non-Citizens. They will also be hosting informational webinars for the...
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Success Stories

Isaac’s Success Story

Meet Isaac, a dedicated worker at an animal sanctuary who has spent the past two years caring for animals and...

NLACRC Success Story: Ardeshir

Meet Ardashir, also known as Arti, an urban farmer with Iranian roots who moved from London to Los Angeles in...

Judah and the Power of Support

In this video, Judah’s mom shares his story and talks about their journey as a family. She reflects on Judah’s...

Defying the Odds: Nicholas’ Journey to Independence

Meet Nicholas, a longtime member and board representative of the North Los Angeles County Regional Center. Doctors once told Nicholas’s...
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LEARN ABOUT REGIONAL CENTERS

Enjoy this short video packed with humor and information about the complex but critically important Regional Center system for Californians with intellectual or developmental disabilities, their families, service providers, and staff of thousands of vendors across the state.

This video comes from the creators of the HCBS Final Rule series initiated by the Tri-County Regional Center to share with families and individuals receiving regional center services. See the collection.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WuOPmFw-tU