Legislation
Office of Client’s Rights – OCR – Your Regional Center has advocates that are there to assist. OCR is provided by Disability Rights California and is a great place to start, if you believe the needs of the Regional Center’s client are not being met.
Disability Rights CA – Disability Rights California is a legal firm that is primarily publicly funded and does have a focus on systemic issues on concerns related to Title 17 and the Lanterman Act.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – This law protects the civil rights of those wit disabilities, preventing discrimination in government services, public accommodations and employment venues.
The Developmental Disabilities and Bill of Rights Act (DD Act) – This law encourages states to provide programs to enhance the lives and independence of people with developmental disabilities.
The Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act – Sometimes people with disabilities have to be institutionalized for their own safety and well-being, and this law gives the Department of Justice the right to investigate abuse and neglect issues they may face.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) – This act protects the right to public school education and meaningful education experiences to children with disabilities.
Organizations
Senate Select Committee on Autism & Related Disorders
Families for Early Autism Treatment
Articles
If you feel like you’re alone with your battle in obtaining regional center services, you’re not. Please see these articles:
LA Times Article – December 13, 2011
Tools and Resources
Here are some resources that may help in the areas of health and welfare:
Behavior Analyst Certification Board
Autism Behavior Data Collection
