Highlights - Lanterman Regional Center

Highlight 53: October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month

Have you ever realized that an extra chromosome could bring an extraordinary amount of love, perspective & joy into the world? Down syndrome, or Trisomy 21, means having an extra […]

Highlight 52: September is National Preparedness Month

graphic asking if you are prepared and read for the next emergency.

For 60 years, Lanterman Regional Center has partnered with individuals and families to foster independence, community integration, and growth. But true independence also means being ready for the unexpected. As […]

Highlight 51: World Cerebral Palsy Day

Did you know cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common lifelong physical disability, yet people with CP still face significant barriers to employment and full participation? As part of Lanterman […]

Highlight 50: American Sign Language (ASL) and the Rich Culture that Surrounds it

graphic with words american sign language and hands signing ASL and 60 for 60

Lanterman Regional Center continues to showcase vital resources that promote true inclusion, understanding and equal access for our diverse communities. As part of our 60 Highlights for 60 Years, we’re […]

Highlight 49: Conservatorship, Alternatives and CalABLE

Graphic titled "Conservatorship, Alternatives & CalABLE"

When your child turns 18 it changes everything legally — but conservatorship isn’t the only option. Once your son or daughter turns 18, you can no longer automatically make legal […]

Highlight 48: Coordinated Family Support (CFS)

Graphic titled "Coordinated CFS Family Support - An individualized service introduced in 2023," reading "CFS is designed to help adults who receive regional center services continue living independently and comfortably in their family homes," over a photo of four generations of a family sitting together outdoors.

We are spotlighting Coordinated Family Support (CFS) for this 60 Highlights for 60 Years post. CFS is an individualized service introduced in 2023, designed to help adults who receive regional […]

Highlight 47: Licensed and Affordable Housing

Graphic titled "Adult Living Options - Licensed Residential Options & Affordable Housing": photos of residential buildings and residents.

As part of our 60 Highlights for 60 Years series, we continue spotlighting housing supports available to adults served by Lanterman Regional Center. While the goal of all our living […]

Highlight 46: ILS and SLS

Graphic titled "Adult Living Options - Independent & Supported Living Services": four photos of adults at home.

As part of our 60 Highlights for 60 Years series, we’re highlighting housing supports that may be available to adults served by Lanterman Regional Center. Housing stability helps individuals with […]

Highlight 45: Person-Centered Planning

Graphic titled "Person-Centered Planning": covers of three DDS planning guides - Your Plan, Your Child's Plan, and Your Youth's Plan.

As part of our 60 Highlights for 60 Years series, we’re spotlighting the person-centered planning (PCP) process. Person-centered planning is an ongoing planning process that involves problem solving and decision-making […]

Highlight 44: Introduction to Adult Services

Graphic titled "Introduction to Adult Services," listing service categories: Employment Services, Adult Day Services, Coordinated Family Support, Living Options/Housing Supports, Independent & Supported Living Services, Social & Recreational Activities, Additional Supports.

Nearing the end of high school is one of the most challenging and important transitions a student will face — deciding whether to pursue college, work or trade school can […]