Connecting Californians with Developmental Disability Services
A centralized resource for finding regional centers, accessing support, and understanding your rights as an individual, family member, or care provider.
Start With Your Situation
I need to apply
Eligibility criteria, the intake interview, and required documentation.
I was denied or cut
Appeals, fair hearings, deadlines, and anti-retaliation protections.
I already have services
Expand, change, or understand what else you qualify for.
California DDS Programs, Explained
Programs available to individuals with developmental disabilities, their families, and care providers.
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Early Start (0-3)
Learn about Early Start (0-3) including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
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Regional Center Services
Learn about Regional Center Services including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
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Self‑Determination Program
Learn about Self‑Determination Program including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
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Home & Community‑Based Services (HCBS)
Learn about Home & Community‑Based Services (HCBS) including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
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State‑Operated Developmental Centers
Learn about State‑Operated Developmental Centers including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
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Employment Services
Learn about Employment Services including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
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Coordinated Family Support
Learn about Coordinated Family Support including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
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Direct Support Professional (DSP) Training
Learn about Direct Support Professional (DSP) Training including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
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Deaf, Hard of Hearing & DeafBlind Resources
Learn about Deaf, Hard of Hearing & DeafBlind Resources including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
- Site Hub
Wellness Toolkit
Learn about Wellness Toolkit including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
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Education Services
Learn about Education Services including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
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Foster Grandparent & Senior Companion
Learn about Foster Grandparent & Senior Companion including eligibility, steps, and supports available through California DDS. A plain-language guide.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Every service starts at one of California's 21 regional centers. Look yours up by address on the official DDS site, or call the DDS information line.