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NLACRC PUBLICATIONS

We will continue to update this page with new publications as they become available. Some of the files are large and may take several minutes to load.

*Please note that the information in these brochures is subject to change.


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
(Normas 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)



OTHER PUBLICATIONS

CACSHCN Newsletter (Oct/Nov 2009)
This newsletter is produced by a consortium whose members work toward the common goal of improving systems of care for children with special health care needs in California.
>> view the newsletter







 


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 brochures is subject to change.

10. Learning Opportunities Directory
>> view the directory (English)

11. How to Manage Your Money
>> view the brochure (English)

12. A Nice Place to Live
>> view the brochure (English)

13. Transition Web Site Resources
>> view the document (English)

14. Autism Web Site Resources
>> view the document (English)

15. Consumer & Family Services & Supports: Resources for Consumers and Families
>> view the brochure (English)

16. Person-Centered Planning: A Guide for Consumers
>> view the brochure (English)

17. Person-Centered Planning: A Guide for Families
>> view the brochure (English)

18. Choosing Your Home: Options for People with Developmental Disabilities
>> view the brochure (English)

19. Living On Your Own: Independent Living Services
>> view the brochure (English)

20. Living On Your Own: Supported Living Services
>> 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 brochure (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. NEW! - 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)


Lanterman Act
>> view the document (English)

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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